November 17th, 2010
Surviving single parenting
Shows that he or she has enough time to tend to whatever the child needs, asks or demands. Experts agree that single parents that show that they have enough time to answer the inquisitions and grant the requests of children are more likely to have kids that are less insecure. This is because this kind of attention will make the child feel more important and can help them see things in a positive manner.
Always listen to what the child says. Kids who have single parents crave for more attention compared to those who live with both of their parents. So, it is a must for a single parent to have greater listening skills when it comes to children who love to tell stories and share their views. This can help the child develop the self-confidence he or she needs in order to deal with sadness brought by the separation of his or her parents.
Spends quality time with the child. Although single parenting will eventually takes its toll on you since you are doing all the work, this is not reason enough not to spend quality time with the child. If you do this, you are updated what’s going on in his/her life. You can also veer away children from any form of depression because they know that they can count on you anytime.
