Make sure your child has your address and telephone number so they will always have easy access to you. Show your love in actions, not just words. Don't make promises you cannot keep. Promises not kept are worse than not making plans at all. Don't attempt to substitute your love with money or gifts.
Kids know when they are being bought off.
Remember birthdays, holidays and all other important events. These times are important to children and indicate to them that you are there and that you care. It may be difficult to remember these dates in your busy life, so use a calendar and mark them down. Don't badmouth your spouse, or anyone else in your family. Hold children to this rule as well.