Why You Should Build A Solid Relationship With Your Children

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SAFETY TIPS FOR CHILDREN

Aside from raising children in the way of God and teaching them how to leverage on the word of God to safely thrive in their little world, there are so many things you should do, and also teach them.

First off, you should, as a parent, build a solid relationship with your children. Why? You may ask, when you have a relationship with your children, and they feel emotionally safe with you, they will find it easy to walk to you and talk about anything that poses a threat to them. For instance, if somebody touches your daughter inappropriately, and she finds it difficult to talk to you about it because she is scared you will blame her for finding herself in that situation,; scold her for misunderstanding, or worse still, refuse to believe her; that child is not emotionally safe with you, and children in this category could be experiencing all sorts of things without your consent.

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The truth is that, keeping safe begins with parents. Have a relationship with your children. Have open conversations with them. Encourage them to talk to you about anything: even if it is going to get you mad, embarrassed and uncomfortable (like discussing sex), or make you feel disrespected.

The point is, get to that point in your relationship with your children, where they can tell you anything even if they know you might disapprove, but they still feel comfortable enough with you to tell you. This is one goal every parent should aim at.

With the cooperation of your children, have some control over the kind your children. Yes, this is almost impossible, but you can still try to have some of control over who they can constantly come in contact with. For instance, what kind of people do you leave your children with? Whether as house helps or relatives, can you vouch that they can’t harm your children physically, mentally, and spiritually?

How about their friends, do you know their children’s friends? Have you tried to also befriend them, and what kind of people are they? If they exhibit any questionable character, the n you need to have an honest conversation with your children.

Don’t just give orders that they stop being friends with such persons; calmly reason with them, backing your points genuine reasons.

Also, you must make sure that they don’t go unnecessary visitations (Genesis 34:1-2). They should not accompany anyone anywhere without first getting permission from you. They should not be outside after dark. No business should be conducted in isolated places or uncompleted buildings.

Your daughters should not visit any male un-chaperoned. They shouldn’t honor any invitation to a private gathering. They should always check in with you whenever they aren’t home. If they are walking on the road and they feel someone is stalking them, they should cross to the other side and see if the person will do same. They should then move to a place where there are more people; it is safer that way.

Should they ever get lost, they should remain where they are, and wait for help. They should also learn to listen to, and follow their guts. Children should also learn to listen to their instincts, and follow their guts; especially when they feel pressured to do things that they don’t feel comfortable about, like taking off their clothes in front of others, diving into a pool or eating and drinking something that may seem a little off. If their instinct tells them no, they should listen to it, no matter how many other people are doing it.

They should not allow anyone to touch their. This tip is not just important, it is mandatory for every child. As soon as children can understand basic things, teach them about good and bad touch. Let them know that no one is allowed to touch their bodies except their mother, and sometimes their father, if need be.

If anyone else touches them, they should immediately shout for help, alert people around. Also, they should not share addresses and phone numbers and personal details with strangers (except on emergency situations).

Children should be cautious but wary of strangers. Teach your children never to go anywhere with , or eat anything coming from strangers. The door should never be opened to strangers. It is compulsory for them to your names, house address or landmarks, and phone numbers.

These are some of the basics children need know and memorize, especially when they begin to go to school. Should they be in a trouble, they will be able to share information with the police or any authorized official, who will be able to help them.

Emphasize that they are not allowed to keep secrets from you. Monitor their use of internet, investigate everything they with internet (they are ways to do this). Most importantly, put them in God’s hand. Only God can preserve them from all onslaughts.

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