Parenting … Who Said it Was Easy? Understanding Our Children

Synopsis:

Parenting is often described as a challenging and unpredictable experience. The phrase “Who said it was easy?” captures the essence of this sentiment. According to Parenting … Who Said it Was Easy? Understanding Our Children by Habeeb Quadri and Sa’ad Quadri, parents face numerous difficulties, including:

• Midnight cries and diaper changes
• Temper tantrums and fevers
• Vomiting and spit-up
• Colic and leaving-home anxiety
• Postpartum depression and irregular sleeping patterns
• Bad eating habits and more

Despite these obstacles, the book aims to provide a platform for current and prospective parents to discuss their greatest concern: understanding their children. The authors highlight key problems faced by young and experienced parents, offering practical tips on how to become better parents.

Insights from Experts

• Paediatrician Claudia Gold suggests that focusing solely on behaviour can lead to misunderstandings and misdiagnoses of children. Instead, parents should consider the child’s overall well-being and development.
• Parent-infant mental health specialist Claudia Gold emphasises the importance of understanding children’s behaviour in context, rather than solely relying on behaviour modification techniques.

Parenting as a Learning Process

• Ralph Waldo Emerson’s quote, “That which we persist in doing becomes easier for us to do,” applies to parenting as well. With practice and good habits, parenting becomes easier over time, just like mastering a new skill, such as bike riding.

Conclusion

Parenting is a complex and multifaceted experience. While it may not be easy, it is a journey that requires patience, understanding, and a willingness to learn and adapt. By acknowledging the challenges and seeking guidance from experts, parents can better navigate the ups and downs of raising their children.

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