We frequently seek to develop healthier habits as a way to celebrate the start of a new year. Your health, happiness, exercise levels, and so much more can benefit from a deliberate change in routine. Children are no different! In order to develop healthy behaviors, interests, and rhythms at all ages, it is wise to be conscious of habits and their effects.
Positive Behaviors
Our Grow Fit® program consistently prioritizes the well-being of kids, from wholesome meals to vigorous physical activity. We encourage parents to continue instilling virtuous behaviors in their families. Start with these entertaining suggestions and activities:
- With your youngster, prepare a dinner. There are so many advantages to cooking together, including fostering individuality and effective teamwork. Children can learn about appropriate ways to feed their developing bodies.
- Set an example of proper hygiene. Singing your child’s favorite song while they wash their hands properly will help you establish the right handwashing regimen.
- Together, try a novel exercise method. Make exercising enjoyable and thrilling. Try a Zumba workout while dancing or try yoga while lying on a beach blanket.
- launch a garden. It’s not necessary to do this in the spring. Start an indoor herb garden that can provide advantages throughout the year, regardless of the weather.
Adverse Behaviors
Sometimes changing bad habits requires attempting to change bad behaviors. Biting is a frequent instance of this, particularly when young infants learn to communicate and regulate their urges. Try these methods to resist the impulse if your youngster is having trouble:
- Recognize and accept your child’s emotions. Give them precise descriptions of your potential emotions. For instance, “You had to want the red automobile. A bite hurts. Say, “It’s my turn now, next time.” Giving your child the specific phrases to use increases the likelihood that they will do so in the future instead of biting.
- Have back-and-forth discussions. You should get comfortable talking to your youngster. Respond to your baby’s cries when it makes them. To model appropriate conduct, you can narrate what they’re doing, ask open-ended inquiries, or make various noises.
- Increase their vocabulary. They will gain a better understanding of how to communicate in all settings as a result. Start by extending their simple statements a little bit. If your youngster says “ball,” for instance, you can respond, “Yes, the blue ball is bouncing.”
- Give your youngster the phrases to use in times of distress. I know you’re upset because I won’t let you have ice cream before bed, for instance. I can relate to how you feel.
- Play games to teach them. With your youngster, play “stop and go” activities to promote the growth of self-control. A few examples of games are:
- Red Light, Green Light.
- Frozen Dance
- Red Rover
Your child will benefit from having these methods for promoting good conduct as they progress through many important developmental stages. They are prepared for success in school and beyond with healthy habits.