‘We still have to reintroduce these’ old-fashioned ‘parenting techniques today’

Becky advocates reintroducing the following parenting techniques. Because although many things are outdated, according to her, the parenting expertise of our parents should be appreciated a bit more. She shares 7 things parents should pick up again today.

1. Putting each other first

Putting your husband first is not easy, but according to Becky it is important if you want a happy family. ‘If my kids interrupt me while I’m talking to my husband, I tell them to wait. They have to learn that not everything revolves around them. ‘

2. Let children play outside

“My best childhood memories took place outside,” says Becky. “As soon as we got out of school, my friends and I were out. We came in for dinner and then went out again until dark. I did enjoy watching TV now and then, but we were mostly outside. ‘ Children do not need a swimming pool or a sports field to play outside: their imagination is more than enough, says the writer.

3. Don’t be pushed at school

Before 1980, creativity and social skills were the most important skills you learned in primary school. Instead of learning to read for grade 3, children were taught how to treat friends with respect and the value of sharing. Now children are encouraged from an early age to compete with each other in terms of school performance. ‘ This causes a lot of stress, according to Becky.

4. Learning manners

“I am always amazed at the lack of manners among children and teens,” says Becky. She remembers how she once cooked for 300 children with her husband. They cooked, washed dishes and served food to the children, but out of 300 only 2 said ‘thank you’. ‘I can give a whole list of examples of children who come here to play and demand toys and snacks without asking anything. It’s refreshing when I meet a child who does have manners. ‘

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5. Eat together

Eating together is immensely important, Becky writes. ‘Children who eat regularly with the family are less likely to suffer from anxiety and depression. Don’t plan meals around activities, but activities around the meal. ‘

6. Do chores

“When I was growing up, every Saturday was reserved for chores around the house. We could not play with friends until our bedrooms were tidy and we had done the regular chores. I cleaned, vacuumed and mopped the bathroom. Today only the most trivial of responsibilities are left to children. You will be surprised how many kids can do. ‘

7. Keep it simple

Trips to Disneyland, a boarded-up agenda full of piano lessons, hockey matches and book clubs? Not if it is up to Becky. ‘We didn’t go to the beach every summer with our own tablets. We were bored. We used our imaginations. And that was great. ‘

Source: Scary Mommy

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