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In the way they should go – calm + consistent
To equip and encourage
mothers of preschoolers and their supporters
January 2009
Welcome to 2009 – another Happy New Year of bringing up your children!
Mother Maxim - Tip
Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it. - Proverbs 22:6.
Mother Moment – Start as you intend to carry on
Define your philosophy of parenting – what is important for you as parents.
Before baby is born (or now – it's not too late), sit down with your spouse and decide what is your philosophy of bringing up children. Get on the same page as regards to training, discipline, family priorities and foundation of life.
What kind of family and home environment will we create and encourage?
How safe? How adventurous? How enquiring?
How will we teach our children boundaries? Will certain actions have what consequences?
Work through various scenarios that are likely to occur and write them down.
When … happens, we (as parents) will …
Start as you intend to go on. Be calm and consistent – and confidently settle in for the long haul. Plan and set goals for yourselves and your children. Be clear about your purpose.
You, as the adult and the parent, have the Creator's authority to bring up your own children. You have about 18 years to train, guide, and love your child to be a caring and contributing citizen. Be careful not to give freedoms too early, and allow your children to enjoy their childhood as children.
Proverbs 22:6 - Train up a child in the way she should go, and when she is old she will not depart from it.
By following God's word, we can raise children who seek the truth, show mercy, and serve God faithfully.
Mother's Heart
Lord, remind me that I don't have to apologise to anyone for being a mother, a loving and caring parent to my children. Give me courage to be the best parent I can be.
This Year's Mum-e-Mail
After much pondering, this year's MUM-e-Mail will be about basics of bringing up children. Words like training, consistently, Big Picture, and parent will appear throughou. Tell your Mummy friends to subscribe (MUM-e-Mail-subscribe@yahoogroups.com)
MOPS Link
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Time for Exercise? - http://www.mops.org/page.php?pageid=2346
Enjoy your new year of opportunity. Relax and enjoy life along the way.
Blessings and strength to you as you parent your children with love,
Johanna
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