1. Have dinner together.
This doesn't mean you have to cook every night. Even if you go by a fast food restaurant, try to ensure that you eat together. Having a meal together can foster some of the best conversations. (If dinner doesn't work, try breakfast!)
Enjoying a lunch together
Your children need to see that you don't have to have a phone in front of your face to have fun. They also need to see that you have fun with just them, not them while looking at Facebook. One night I watched to see how many times my kids looked at me while they played. 25 times within 10 minutes! They want to see that I am involved with them, not my phone!
3. Ask your kids the best thing about their day and the worst thing about their day.
This shows them you care about their lives: the good, the bad, and the ugly. You want to know what is going on that is great and not so great! This greats trust and security in your home. Also share yours!
4. Do something fun together as often as you can.
Every day doesn't warrant the ability to go out and do something fun with busy schedules. However, when you can, I suggest you do. This could be a family bike ride/walk, a trip to get ice cream, a family game at home, a movie night, etc. This also shows your kids that you care about them and want to be involved in their life. Building in one designated night to do this really helps accomplish this goal! Plus, it makes a lot of awesome memories!
Our recent trip to the zoo! I mean, how cute are they? :)
Yes, this may seem redundant, but for children it is necessary. Kids need to hear you love them daily. They need to hear your affeciton for them and that you are on their side. Yes, they will mess up and you will all get frustrated. But before they close their eyes every night, tell them you love them. I promise you won't regret it!
Me and my babies on Easter this year!
Until next time,
Nice reminders, Karlee!
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