Give Them Chores
Assigning small tasks to complete around the house (i.e. empty the dishwasher or make your bed each morning) is another old-fashioned parenting practice that needs to make a comeback. “Developing a sense of responsibility, accountability, and accomplishment are all helpful in children as they grow up,” Lisa Howe, MSW, a certified peaceful parenting expert, (this is a real thing!) tells Romper. “Sending them into the world with these skills will help them to be successful and it’s also a way to increase connection and family cohesion.”
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