From the minute we have our baby in our arms, we wish the best for him. And his happiness means the world to us. As parents, we can do many things to raise a happy baby but are we doing enough? Or doing too much? You don’t need to be an expert in child behaviour, just help him become a strong person from within. Following are a few secrets to raise a happy baby.
1) Respond to your baby’s cues
It is impossible to spoil your baby. The best way to make him feel secured is to learn to respond to his cues. Every baby has different ways to show that he is upset, some may wail their hearts out and others might just be clingy. Give them all the love and attention that they deserve. As they grow up, teach them how to communicate their emotions to you.
2) Happy mom makes a happy baby
You cannot pour from an empty cup. I read this quote somewhere and it has been stuck at back of mind ever since. You are tired and sleep deprived and probably overwhelmed. I learnt it the hard way that it is more important to take care of myself after being a mother, because that affects my child too. Take out time for yourself and take care of your health.
3) Learn to be patient
Even when your house is a mess or your kid is throwing a temper tantrum in from of hundreds of people, stay calm. If you give into reaction, it might do more harm than ever. Teach him the difference between what is right and wrong from the very beginning.
4) Babywearing for the win
I cannot stop telling all the new moms to start wearing their babies as soon as possible. My son is sixteen months old now, and I still get a rush of feelings when I wear him and he sleeps soundly. Physical contact with the parents is a necessity for the babies. Babywearing keeps the babies content and less fussy.
5) Cultivate a daily routine
Babies love routines. They are happy when they know what comes next. I have experienced more fussiness in my kid whenever there is a change in his routine. We all learn lessons from our experiences. With that, help in cultivation good habits in them. Help them sleep better by developing a good sleep routine. A well rested baby is a happy baby.
6) Help them achieve their milestones
Let them learn while they explore. Applaud when they achieve something great and dissuade them from doing what is not right. Do not make things easier for them even. Let them figure it out themselves. And when they achieve their goal, you’ll see the sense of accomplishment in them and that is what makes them happy.
7) Teach your baby how to share and care
Its never too late to teach them the importance of sharing and caring. As they grow, let them help you in household chores and see how happy they are to do so.
8) Be his role model
A child does what he sees. If he sees you losing your temper every now and then, how can you expect him to not do the same. This is something I am myself working on. If I am angry, I just give myself a minute or two to calm down and then take it from there. Happy parents raise happy children.
Happy Parenting ! Can you relate to these secrets ? Share yours 🙂
These secrets are really more important for every mom
Loved the post and i agree to everything you said! Especially the happy mumma makes a happy baby! ❤
I am still learning to be a better mother. Your post have great pointers.
I loved the concept of Baby wearing. It’s very important I feel. I too get contented when I hug my kids still. It’s magical and calming to be so close to our own kids for both Mumma and babies/kids
I completely agree when you said, “Happy moms make the happy baby.” Beautifully written
This very informative post I have found many useful tips from your post
Such a informative post thanks for sharing so many useful tips.
Great tips, I almost did all these when my son was an infant. Responding to cues is a. Great way for infant development.
Loved everything about this post. Your tips and the way you have penned it in such minute detail. Great post. Thanks for sharing. 🙂
Loved how warm and loving ur post is, and thanks for sharing!
This post is a guideline for any mom. Love this write-up
I so agree with you and your thoughts, will surely share these key points with my mates with little babies!
I love reading your blog post and totally agree with you. All you said in secrets to raising a happy baby are needed. I really love your points.
I truly agree to each and every pointer you have shared here. Be happy to grow happy baby.
Learn patience – I am still trying at this.
Mommying is all about self control and learning.
Very good points mentioned here.. It is true that, if the mother is happy, the baby will be happy.. Really good points..
I totally agree with all to your points..To raise a happy baby one needs a happy mamma too 🙂 A perfect tips for happy parenting
I always took happy mom = happy baby as a responsibility to choose to be happy and loving and make the house an inviting happy place.
Me too. Ever since I was pregnant 🙂
Great post, I agree with all these points. Responding to cues is a great start to having a happier baby, in general, the age-old advice of let them cry a little, does not apply anymore.
This is the go to list for bringing up happy kids. The most important one being that ‘ happy moms raise happy kids’
Babywearing and being happy has helped me a lot through some tough days. Thank goodness, the baby cruised along happily.
These are all open secret 😍 happy baby happy mumma. Happy mumma whole family happy
I totally agree to the roll model pointer! and this applies to my habit of limiting my own phone time, so next time I dont see my little one on any gadget!
Great tips
Completely agree..a happy mom means a happy baby and a happy family. Great pointers for moms with small babies.
Those were some very important pointers! These little things play a huge role in making kids better adults in the future
Lovely post. Becoming your child’s role model is something I am trying to work on. If I try & become role model,Motherhood steps back & vice-a-versa. But definetly achievable.
I ticked a big yes on all of these. And it is true that this helps. babyT has never been a crying baby or fussy when it comes to things. I also made sure I asked for his choice and preferences and gave him explanation for why he can or cannot do something. They understand it all.
Great tips… Yes only happy mummy can raise happy kids I’m totally agree on that..
I never knew that a lot of physical contact between a mother and a baby is necessary! My sister recently had a baby and she told me that she is nervous about taking care of it. I will be sure to tell her that a lot of physical contact will be healthy for her baby!
It’s absolutely necessary 😍 Thank you