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Attend
to your child’s needs first and foremost – your
children in turn will develop trust, love and respect.
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Attend
to your child’s needs first and foremost – your
children in turn will develop trust, love and respect.
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Pace
yourself – take one day at a time.
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Be
positive and set yourself realistic tasks.
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Go
with your instincts.
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Get
out of the house – fresh air, a dose of sunlight and
change of scenery is beneficial for you and your
child.
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Try
taking on a calm demeanor (even if your performance
resembles that of an Oscar winning actor!).
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Maintain
a sense of humour.
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Keep
in touch with friends and relatives for moral support.
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Ask
for assistance if you feel anxious or overwhelmed.
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If
you are bombarded with unwanted advice, smile, accept
it graciously, but don’t feel obliged to follow it
…do what works best for you and your family.
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Prioritize
your housework and be practical.
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Be
kind to yourself and learn to relax.
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Allocate
some time with your partner alone – it’s a
necessity.
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Reflect
on what you’ve learnt as a parent and be impressed!
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