As children grow and develop right from birth, the impact of their experiences on their total development shows how important it is to meet their basic needs.
It is pertinent to understand and take care of your child’s basic physical and emotional needs, so they can grow to become a proper adult.
This post aims to reveal the 10 most basic needs every child has and how best to meet their needs…
1. Security
Every child must feel safe and sound, with their basic survival needs met: shelter, food, clothing, medical care, and protection from harm.
2. Stability
Stability comes from the family and community. It is essential that a family remains together in a stable household, but when that is not possible, try as much as possible not to disrupt the child’s life.
Children and their families should be part of larger units to give them a sense of belonging.
3. Consistency
No one should be perceived as a “bad guy” or “good guy”. Parents should synchronize their parenting values and make sure they stay consistent.
4. Emotional support
Your words and actions as parents should encourage your child’s trust, self-esteem, respect, and independence.
5. Love
Showing love to your child can overcome almost any parenting “mistakes” you might make. Even at those times when your kids have disobeyed, angered, frustrated, or rebelled against you, always show that you love them and you will always love them.
6. Education
Giving your kids the best possible education for their future is one of the best things you can do as a parent, and this includes the invaluable life lessons you provide during your time together.
7. Positive Role Models
As a parent, you are your child’s first and most crucial role model. Instill your values and teach them how to empathize by being the person you want them to become.
8. Structure
Set rules, boundaries, and limits for your child. Without them, they are forced to grow up as immature adults and lose respect for you and other adults in the long run.
9. Healthcare and Hygiene
Your children need access to high-quality health and dental care. They also need to be in a hygienic environment to grow well.
When they fall sick, take them to see a doctor, and where possible, vaccinate them.
Good dental care is just as important because having oral diseases can lead to serious general health problems.
10. Affection
The importance of affection towards your kids cannot be over-emphasized.
Kids need physical touch and affection to grow well. It is crucial for their mental, emotional, and physical development. Research has shown that babies need physical touch to grow well, for, it shapes their brain development.
This may be because physical affection releases a hormone called oxytocin, which is necessary for building social bonds.
Kids who don’t receive enough human contact while growing up often fail to grow well and suffer poor developmental delays and health problems.
Time: The ‘Miracle Solution’
Dear parents,
The most important factor in fulfilling your child’s basic needs is TIME.
Without having enough time to spend with your kids, you miss out on the wonderful privileges of parenting.
Time, they say, is the miracle solution for most difficulties of parenthood. The more time you spend with your kids, the more opportunity you get to meet all their essential needs and discover who they are.
Here are some little tips that can aid you in making more time for your kids:
1. Include your kid in projects going on in the house.
2. Cook with your kids.
3. Walk with them instead of driving, if you can.
4. Read with your children.
5. Allow them to help with household chores.
6. Take up a holiday with your kid.
7. Play! Play!! Play!!! with your child.
Dr. Favvy
Apart from the ones listed above, what other tip can you give to a fellow parent to create more time for their child?
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Disclaimer
The
information on this blog is just for educational purposes only.
It
should not be used as a replacement for the medical care and advise of your
child’s pediatrician.
Always
consult your pharmacist before giving your child any drug.
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