In 25 words or less . . . (legal, teaching, child, friend)

[Tia 914]

Originally Posted by jtur88

What's the best advice you would give a parent?

Give your kids your time... it is more important than anything else.

[hypocore]

Set expectations accordingly
This too shall pass-make this your mantra
Trust your instinct
Make parenthood enjoyable
Live YOUR life, not other peoples

[Eresh]

Go with the flow, because things rarely go according to plan.

There is no such thing as a perfect parent; so don't stress over it.

Choose your battles.

Don't sweat the small stuff.

[Sunnydee]

Being a parent is the hardest job you'll ever love.

Cherish your children and spend as much time with them as possible because they will grow up far too quickly.

[exit82]

take care of yourself FIRST!!

I can't tell you how many times I would have my family decked out like a magazine cover and then I would be bringing up the rear looking like the bride of Frankenstein with my hair flying, my slip tucked in my pantyhose and most likely dragging a long piece of toilet paper stuck to my shoe- I would spend so much time making sure they looked perfect and had everything they needed that I never had time to get myself ready for wherever we we heading off to-or getting ready for- Easter Sunday- Christmas pictures- family weddings etc..-(You will thank me for this later- and you're welcome

[VBmom]

Time is more valuable than anything money can buy. Read to them every day. You can't spoil them with too much love.

[crisan]

It is more important to show kindness to your children than to strangers.

[121804]

If you want your children to be healthy, you need to lead by example.

Cherish the small moments.

Always kiss them goodnight & tell them you love them.

[DewDropInn]

Even if your child has vomited in the goldfish bowl (again) and there is fire coming out of your butt: hug them. Tomorrow isn't promised.

[cleasach]

Don't automatically go into defensive mode and insist your child did nothing wrong before you hear all sides of a situation.