10 things not to say to your child
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Parents all too often say words that hurt or blurt out exaggerations, threats and bribes that may create problems in the future. For instance, instead of telling children they are perfect, it is better to give them specific and realistic praise. Invoking a higher authority should also be avoided since it frightens the child and undermines one's own authority.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1998
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Water smarters: how to protect - and save - your child
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Parents should know how to protect their children when swimming. They should know how to rescue a drowning child, and teach their children about safe swimming and swimming pool rules since pools pose the biggest drowning threat to children.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1999
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