Just be yourself

Parenting is arguably the most difficult job on this planet. It comes with so many stresses, pressures, and self doubt. Its a very rewarding job, but there is no manual and that can be frustrating. “Am I doing this right?” “Should I be doing this, or that?” All these thoughts and more, without direction can drive even the most level person insane. I’m here to tell you parents that you are doing great!

Communication is all about connection. In these first few years you and baby are with each other every day, many even every hour of every day. That precious connection you make through that is so powerful. For example, it is a great first step into creating a solid foundation for their communication skills. As a parent you communicate with your child without even knowing it. All those non-verbal motions; nodding your head, smiling, shrugging your shoulders etc, all these things your baby will pick up on. Your baby can also pick up on your mannerisms; sighing, giggling, head tilts etc. All this can be added to your communication journey.

You do so many enriching things for your child that comes naturally. You are teaching them social behaviors, manners, emotional reaction all by just being yourself. So take a breath when you find yourself going down that “rabbit hole” of doubts. You are doing great, and doing the best you can can be as simple as just being yourself.