Another goal of effective parenting is to make time for activities that the whole family enjoys. Making a list of fun things is a starting point. It might be going for a walk, or playing a board game, or drinking hot chocolate by the fire, or visiting family friends, or going to a movie. Parents and children who take the time to play together bring joy and fun into their relationships, as well as a feeling of warmth and closeness that will help during the more difficult times. Remember, real families aren't perfect.
Parents do the best they can with the knowledge, skills and experience that they have.
If parents wish to change some behaviors and attitudes that they have in their interactions with their children, new ways can be learned that will meet the needs of each person within the family. This information is of a general nature and may not apply to your special circumstances. If you have specific questions, please contact your physician or an appropriate health care professional.