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A few things said in haste messes up a child's brain and have a considerable impact psychologically, like low self-confidence, self-doubt, anxiety, depression, and so much more. Throughout your parenting journey, make sure you are not saying things or acting out in a way that could damage your child(ren) mentally. Sometimes parents are not aware that their actions affect their child(ren) negatively, and sometimes parents overlook it and justify their bad behaviour due to their stress. Here are a few practices which you should avoid telling your child(ren): Pick these up right now. I don't want you leaving a mess like that again.Instead, say:&nbsp;I don't like this mess you are leaving. Can you please clean this up when you have time? You should know better.Instead, say:&nbsp;It's OK not to know some things. Here, I will help you out. You're a bad kid.Instead, say:&nbsp;Can you tell me why you behaved/acted in such a way? I feel it wasn't right, is there anything you want to talk about? Or Else.&nbsp;Example: Eat dinner, or else you won't get your dessert.Instead, say:&nbsp;How about you take a healthy dinner quickly so that we can all enjoy dessert together?&nbsp; Stop being shy.Instead, say:&nbsp;You can come to say hi to your aunt when you are ready. You should set a good example for your brother.Instead, say:&nbsp;Your brother looks up to you; you're such a good role model. Wait until your father/mother gets home.Instead, say:&nbsp;You're grounded because you said a bad word. I will never forgive you.Instead, say:&nbsp;What you did was not acceptable, but we can look past it and move on if you think the next time. I'm ashamed of you.Instead, say:&nbsp;Although I feel bad about what you did, I love you for who you are. Don't worry; everything will be OK.Instead, say:&nbsp;Mom and Dad are always nearby, and we're going to set up a plan in case of emergency. Here, I'll do it.Instead, say:&nbsp;Let's do it together!" Don't cryInstead, say:&nbsp;I know you're sad, and it's OK to cry. It's OK to let out your emotions. Let me hug you. If you don't clean your room, you're going to be in big trouble.Instead, say:&nbsp;When your room is clean, then you may go out to play. Family finances aren't your business.Instead, say:&nbsp;Finances are how we make and manage money, and when you like, we will teach you what we know. I'm disappointed in you.Instead, say:&nbsp;I'm surprised and was not expecting this to occur. Come here, NOW.Instead, say:&nbsp;It's almost time to go. Do you want one minute or two? Because I said so.Instead, say:&nbsp;Explaining why you feel a certain way about something. We can't afford that.Instead, say:&nbsp;We're not going to buy that because we're saving our money for more important things. Don't talk to strangers.Instead, say:&nbsp;What would you do if a man you don't know offers you candy and a ride home? OR If anyone makes you feel sad, scared, or confused, you need to tell me right away. You should listen to adults.Instead, say:&nbsp;You need to listen to your parents. Don't be greedy!Instead, say:&nbsp;Would you please be kind and share your toys with your friend? Who taught you this? (about mischief)Instead, say:&nbsp;Why did you do that? Look at this lovely girl.Instead, say:&nbsp;I love you. You can do this too. I do everything for you.Instead, say:&nbsp;We do things for you because we love you, so please do for me. Do I have to tell you this 100 times?Instead, say:&nbsp;I've told you this before, but could you please. That's only for boys/girls.Instead:&nbsp;Say nothing at all. Try your best at raising gender-neutral children. You live under my roof, so you follow my rules.Instead, say:&nbsp;You know the household rules. Please stick to them. That's how I was raised.Instead, say:&nbsp;I don't think it's a good idea to do [ ]. Even my parents used to tell me that [ ]. You're just like your mother/father!Instead say:&nbsp;I’m not happy with [ ] because [ ]. I told you so.Instead, say:&nbsp;I'm sorry to hear about [ ] ... let this be a lesson. It's just a little white lie.Instead, explain to them that it's OK to use white lies to be polite and not hurt someone's feelings. Explain to them the fine line between lies and little white lies. Man up. / Be a man.Never disregard your son's feelings. Don't teach them that showing emotions is weak. To show emotions is only human. Why can't you be more like your sister?Instead, say:&nbsp;I don't quite like this behaviour of yours. Do you think we can work on it? If you loved me, you wouldn't do (this/that).Don't teach them that love needs to be proven all the time. Love comes without ifs and buts. I wish you'd never been born. / I hate you.No matter how angry you are, this is the worst thing to say. You would be scarring your child. Why can't you do anything right?Instead, say: What's the barrier? Is there anything I can help you with? I don't believe you.Instead, say: This comes as a shock for me. But I am sure you can tell me the whole thing. There's nothing to be afraid of.Instead, say:&nbsp;Everyone has their fair share of fears. We appreciate that you shared your feelings with us. We promise we will work on this together. You're lazy/stupid/selfish.Never label your child. Never. Your friends don't do that.Comparison will never bring any positive change. Accept your child for who they are and appreciate them. You should have done better.Praise them for their achievement. Do not over expect. You don't know what you're talking about. / You're too young to know what you want.Often children know what they want or how they feel. Saying this will show your distrust in their feelings. You'll never be able to do that.Instead, encourage and push your child to do better, of course, without any comparison. You're so fat/skinny, or You're going to get fat/skinny.Never attribute a child's identity to their looks. You make me so mad.Calm your anger down, and then talk to your child(ren).&nbsp;Instead, say:&nbsp;We will talk about this after a while when I am in the right state of my mind. Impact of such phrases on children:<ol><li>Antisocial behaviour</li><li>Poor resilience</li><li>Depression</li><li>Aggression</li><li>Lack of empathy</li><li>Difficulty in relationships</li><li>Self-doubt</li><li>Lack of self-confidence</li><li>Anxiety</li></ol>

A few things said in haste messes up a child's brain and have a considerable impact psychologically, like low self-confidence, self-doubt, anxiety and so on

Speaking Gently: Things you should never say to your child

A few things said in haste messes up a child’s brain and have a huge impact psychologically.

Things You Should Never Say to Your Child

In a joint family, every member takes their turn to nurture and nourish the child. Joint families are a boon to working parents or otherwise too. Children get to learn to respond and interact with others, adapt to changes and people. Raising a child in a joint family also becomes a bit easier on the mother because of the whole support system. Like every coin has two sides, bringing up a child in a joint family also has its own set of pros and cons. <ul><li>A joint family has too many authoritative figures which usually can give contradicting signals to a child. In a joint family, the same message should come from all the adults in the family. If jumping on the bed is not allowed, then the same message should come from both parents and grandparents.</li><li>It Is given that the parenting styles of grandparents and parents are going to differ. And when the differences arise, children are quick to catch those. So whenever you feel conflicts arising, it is better to sit down and talk about the differences when the child is NOT around. Set ground rules about raising your child.</li><li>In a joint family, a child learns good family values from the elder family members.</li><li>Children in a joint family are less hooked on gadgets as everyone in the family is ready to cater to their needs, be it emotional, social, physical, or in academics.</li><li>Making decisions for a child might get conflicting in the joint families as the grandparents tend to impose their thoughts and opinions. Sure, at times the help and insights are great but at the end of the day, it is solely the right of parents to decide the best for their child.</li></ul> In the end, it is up to parents to weigh the pros and cons of raising a child in joint and nuclear families and then decide what’s best for their child(ren).

A joint family is a large family where the grandparents, father, mother, uncle, aunt and their children live unitedly under one roof.

Parenting in a Joint Family | Types of Family

A joint family is a large family where the grandparents, father, mother, uncle, aunt and their children live unitedly under one roof.

Parenting in a Joint Family

<ul><li>Make sure to get your child fully checked before the winter starts.</li><li>Make sure that all heating appliances like geysers &amp; heaters are in working condition.</li><li>Adequate warm clothing is essential but makes sure to NOT over-dress your baby as it can be extremely uncomfortable for him/her. Several thin layers will keep them dry and warm. Always remember to make them warm boots, gloves or mittens, and a hat. The rule of thumb for older babies and young children is to dress them in one more layer of clothing than an adult would wear in the same conditions.</li><li>Give warm water baths to your child. Make sure that there is a balance between the bathroom and the bedroom temperature so that your child does not get uncomfortable after the bath.</li><li>There should be no gusts of cold winds when you are bathing your baby.</li><li>Give adequate necessary vitamins and nutrients essential for proper growth to your child.</li><li>When riding/travelling in a car, make them wear thin, snug layers rather than thick, bulky coats or snowsuits.</li><li>Use sleep clothing for babies like warm one-piece sleepers or wearable blankets instead of loose bedding like blankets, quilts, pillows, bumpers, and sheepskins as they are a cause of suffocating deaths.</li><li>If a blanket must be used to keep a sleeping infant warm, it should be thin and tucked under the crib mattress, reaching only as far as the baby's chest.</li><li>Prevent cold and flu by getting kids to:</li></ul>-Use soap and water: Washing their hands frequently will reduce the spread of germs.-Cover their mouth: Sneezing or coughing into the bend of their elbows also helps prevent the spreading of germs.-Get immunised: Keep vaccinations current, including the flu shot.<ul><li>Include soup in your baby’s diet. A healthy soup in cold weather will keep your baby warm.</li><li>Maintain your own hygiene: Make sure to wash and sanitise your hands before you attend to your baby every time. You need to stay healthy so that your child does not catch any infections because of you.</li><li>Use a Humidifier: When using a heating apparatus during winters it could rob the room of water vapour, making the air dry as well as your child’s skin. Hence, install a humidifier in the room so that the moisture levels are maintained.</li><li>Make use of a moisturiser for your baby as your little one's skin will be extremely sensitive and the harsh atmosphere of the winter can make it dry. Opt for skin creams or moisturisers that are made for the baby’s skin.</li><li>Protect your child from hypothermia. Hypothermia develops when a child's temperature falls below normal due to exposure to colder temperatures. As hypothermia sets in, the child may shiver and become lethargic and clumsy.&nbsp;Speech may become slurred.</li><li>If you suspect your child is hypothermic, call for an emergency at once. Until help arrives, take the child indoors, remove any wet clothing, and wrap him/her in blankets or warm clothes.</li><li>Another thing to keep your baby safe from is frostbite. Frostbite happens when the skin and outer tissues become frozen.&nbsp;This condition tends to happen on extremities like the fingers, toes, ears and nose.&nbsp;They may become pale, grey and blistered. At the same time, the child may complain that his/her skin burns or has become numb.</li><li>If you suspect frostbite, bring the child indoors and place the frostbite parts of his/her body in warm (not hot) water. Warm washcloths may be applied to frostbitten noses, ears and lips. Do not rub the frozen areas. After a few minutes, dry and cover the child with clothing or blankets. Give him/her something warm to drink. If the numbness continues for more than a few minutes, call your doctor.</li></ul>

Taking the right precautionary steps before the arrival of any season will keep your baby safe and healthy.

Winter Precautions for Babies

Taking the right precautionary steps before the arrival of any season will keep your baby safe and healthy.

Precautions for Babies During the Winter Season

Here are some of the best family sports movies you could consider watching with your kids. 1. The Sandlot Kids (1993)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;PG | 101 min | Comedy, Drama, Family&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;IMDB Rating: 7.8/10<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/the-sandlot.jpg_image_1644410460161.jpg" width="364">In the summer of 1962, a new kid in town is taken under the wing of a young baseball prodigy and his rowdy team, resulting in many adventures. 2. Remember the Titans (2000)&nbsp;&nbsp;PG | 113 min | Biography, Drama, Sport&nbsp;&nbsp;IMDB Rating: 7.8/10<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/mv5bnwfkm2mwyjitnzuxmi00yzvjltlmnwetzjaxnmewytllyze2xkeyxkfqcgdeqxvyntu5mzi1otm%40._v1_.jpg_image_1644410652269.jpg" width="364">The true story of a newly appointed African-American coach and his high school team on their first season as a racially integrated unit.&nbsp;3. Rudy (1993)&nbsp;&nbsp;PG | 114 min | Biography, Drama, Sport&nbsp;&nbsp;IMDB Rating: 7.5/10<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/unnamed.0.jpg_image_1644410679783.jpg" width="365">Rudy has always been told that he was too small to play college football. But he is determined to overcome the odds and fulfil his dream of playing for Notre Dame. 4. Field of Dreams (1989)&nbsp;&nbsp;PG | 107 min | Drama, Family, Fantasy&nbsp;&nbsp;IMDB Rating: 7.5/10<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/dreams-1.jpg_image_1644410704590.jpg" width="366">Iowa farmer Ray Kinsella is inspired by a voice he can't ignore to pursue a dream he can hardly believe. Supported by his wife, Ray begins the quest by turning his ordinary cornfield into a place where dreams can come true. 5. Searching for Bobby Fischer (1993)&nbsp;&nbsp;PG | 109 min | Biography, Drama, Sport&nbsp;&nbsp;IMDB Rating: 7.4/10<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/9f7a3d437a23d82e62402262f8e484fe9f54ef449a6371e767bdd227a4c76096._uy500_ux667_ri_v_ttw_.jpg_image_1644410734692.jpg" width="367">A prepubescent chess prodigy refuses to harden himself in order to become a champion like the famous but unlikable Bobby Fischer. 6. The Karate Kid (1984)&nbsp;&nbsp; PG| 126 min | Action, Drama, Family&nbsp;&nbsp; IMDB Rating: 7.3/10<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/the-karate-kid-1984.jpg_image_1644410754673.jpg" width="365">A martial arts master agrees to teach karate to a bullied teenager. 7. A League of Their Own (1992)&nbsp;&nbsp;PG | 128 min | Comedy, Drama, Sport&nbsp;&nbsp;IMDB Rating: 7.3/10<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/948f41e64bcf461568ac6ee74bfc8de971de610d8118cb6604934202d2020d04.jpg_image_1644410777053.jpg" width="367">Two sisters join the first female professional baseball league and struggle to help it succeed amidst their own growing rivalry. 8. Cool Runnings (1993)&nbsp;&nbsp;PG | 98 min | Adventure, Comedy, Family&nbsp;&nbsp;IMDB Rating: 7/10<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/dti.jpg_image_1644410798032.jpg" width="363">When a Jamaican sprinter is disqualified from the Olympic Games, he enlists the help of a dishonoured coach to start the first Jamaican Bobsled Team. 9. The Mighty Ducks (1992)&nbsp;&nbsp;PG | 104 min | Comedy, Drama, Family&nbsp;&nbsp;IMDB Rating: 6.6/10<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/the-mighty-ducks-e1597875327580-1024x576.png_image_1644410830088.png" width="359">A self-centred Minnesota lawyer is sentenced to community service coaching a ragtag youth hockey team. 10.&nbsp;Little Giants (1994)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;PG | 107 min | Comedy, Family, Sport&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;IMDB Rating: 6.4/10&nbsp;<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/60028748.jpg_image_1644410850895.jpg" width="360">Misfits form their own opposing team to an elite peewee football team, coached by the elite team coach's brother. Ready to pop some corn and gather the gang for a family movie night? From funny flicks filled with pint-sized pitchers and kooky kickers to award-winning tales of triumph, there's no movie like a sports movie to excite, motivate and inspire your kids. Choose one from our action-packed list, and you're sure to score a crowd-pleasing touchdown–or home run, slam dunk or hole-in-one!

Sports movies teach children some of the most important lessons of life. Here’s a list of sports movies you can watch with your kids to teach valuable lessons.

Must Watch Top 10 Inspirational Sports Movies for Children 

Sports movies teach children some of the most important lessons of life. Sports movies can teach them everything, from overcoming adversity and beating all odds to breaking down cultural and racial barriers, working together as a team, and standing up for what you believe in. Here’s a list of some of the best sports movies you can watch with your kids to teach them these valuable lessons.

Top 10 Inspirational Sports Movies for Children

<h2>Here are the quick tips on How to tell a joke to kids.</h2> <h2>Remember, Jokes aren’t funny unless you tell them in a funny way. Read on to know more quick tips.</h2> <ul><li>Believe in the joke you are telling - If you think it's funny, kids are more likely to agree.</li><li>Relax - If you feel awkward, so will the kids.</li><li>Vary your voice - Monotone speech makes the joke boring.</li><li>Signal the punchline - A little pause adds to the suspense.</li><li>If they don't laugh, give up - Desperation isn't funny.</li><li>Believe in the joke you are telling - If you think it's funny, kids are more likely to agree.</li></ul>

Jokes aren’t funny unless you tell it in a funny way. Read on to know more quick tips

How to tell a joke to children that makes them laugh

Jokes aren’t funny unless you tell it in a funny way. Read on to know more quick tips

Children should be trained for swimming after the age of 4 years because that is when they are developmentally ready. Swimming Essentials to be kept handy while going swimming with your child:<ul><li>Swimming costume</li><li>Towel</li><li>Shampoo and Shower gel</li><li>Hair clips and bands</li><li>Swimming Cap</li><li>Goggles (Swimming Glasses)</li><li>Armbands</li><li>Swim nappies (if required)</li><li>Tan lotion</li></ul> Children are often quite excited about water, but do consider these water safety basics when you are in a pool with your child:<ul><li>Keep a continuous watch on kids; this is mandatory everywhere - in a bathtub or in a swimming pool.</li><li>Check the quality and strength of the tubes that your child is using.</li><li>Don’t be pushy. If the child is too scared, take them out of the water and try again later.</li><li>If the child is learning to swim, an adult should swim at arm’s length (close to the child).</li><li>Children should be away from the pool when adults are not around, never leave the child unsupervised.</li></ul>

Swimming pools can pose some danger so it's better to take precautions. Children should be trained for swimming and taken care of while about basic water safety rules.

Swimming Pool essentials for kids to make their pool time safe

Swimming pools can pose some danger so it's better to take proper precautions.

Safe Swimming Pool Essentials and Considerations for Children

<ul><li>Red bed.</li><li>Cat caught a rat.</li><li>Toy boat. Toy boat.</li><li>Batman beat a man.</li><li>Truly rural. Truly rural.</li><li>Run for fun in the sun.</li><li>Sell the cell in a sale.</li><li>Triple Dickle. Triple Dickle.</li><li>Thin sticks, thick sticks.</li></ul>

Easy But Tricky Tongue Twisters For Your Lovely Little Linguist

Easy But Tricky Tongue Twisters For Your Little Linguist

Easy But Tricky Tongue Twisters For Your Lovely Little Linguist

From time immemorial humans have built spectacular structures, buildings, monuments and other wonderful structures that have amazed historians and common people for generations. Some of these structures have been listed in the wonders of the world. If your child has an interest in history and wants to know about all these amazing structures, we recommend reading this post. The Seven Wonders of the World are the Taj Mahal, the Colosseum, the Chichen Itza, Machu Picchu, Christ the Redeemer, Petra, and the Great Wall of China. <h2>The Taj Mahal</h2> Mausoleum in Agra, India<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/istock-478831658.jpg_image_1644919995550.jpg" width="367"><ul><li>The Taj Mahal has known the world over for its beautiful architecture, history and the tale of love that led to its creation.</li><li>Located in the Indian city of Agra, the Taj Mahal was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as a testament of his love for his departed wife Mumtaz Mahal.</li><li>Apart from housing her tomb, it also contains the tomb of Shah Jahan himself.</li><li>The mausoleum, built with ivory-white marble and precious stones, was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.</li></ul> Read More <a href="https://www.beeparenting.com/u/kB0M1d" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Taj Mahal Facts For Children</a>&nbsp; <h2>Colosseum</h2>Historical place in Rome, Italy‎<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/95a24eaa-5e33-4778-b06c-96654f3dbf87.jpg_image_1644920980948.jpg" width="357"><ul><li>Also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre, the Colosseum is an oval-shaped amphitheater located in the center of Rome in Italy.</li><li>Built with concrete and sand, its construction began under Emperor Vespasian in AD 72 and it was completed by his successor, Titus, in AD 80.</li><li>It is the largest amphitheater in the world and had the capacity to host about 80,000 spectators.</li><li>In ancient times, it was used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles such as mock sea battles.</li><li>Its other activities included animal hunts, famous battle re-enactments, executions, and mythological dramas. Today, it is a popular tourist attraction and an iconic symbol of Imperial Rome.</li></ul> Read More <a href=" https://www.beeparenting.com/u/2zyJbj" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Colosseum Facts For Children</a> <h2>Machu Picchu</h2>Historical place in Peru<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/5120.jpg_image_1644924350549.jpg" width="355"><ul><li>Located in the Eastern Cordillera of southern Peru on a 7,970 ft mountain ridge, Machu Picchu is a 15th-century Inca citadel.</li><li>It is the most familiar icon of Inca civilization, and is often mistaken for the ‘Lost City of the Incas’.</li><li>Most archaeologists believe that it was constructed as an estate for the Inca emperor Pachacuti around the year 1450 and then abandoned a century later at the time of the Spanish conquest.</li><li>The Spanish had no idea about its existence and it was only brought to international attention in 1911 by American historian Hiram Bingham.</li><li>Built with polished dry-stone walls, Machu Picchu has declared a Peruvian Historic Sanctuary in 1981 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.</li></ul> Read More <a href="https://www.beeparenting.com/u/D28O5d" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Machu Picchu Facts For Children</a> <h2>Christ the Redeemer</h2>Historical place in Brazil<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/wp1991636.jpg_image_1644924383798.jpg" width="357"><ul><li>A very well known work of art in Brazil, Christ the Redeemer is an Art Deco statue of Jesus Christ.</li><li>It was created by French sculptor Paul Landowski and built by Brazilian engineer Heitor da Silva Costa, in collaboration with French engineer Albert Caquot.</li><li>Romanian sculptor Gheorghe Leonida fashioned the face.</li><li>Made of reinforced concrete and soapstone, it weighs 635 metric tons and is located at the peak of the 700-metre Corcovado mountain in the Tijuca Forest National Park overlooking the city of Rio de Janeiro.</li><li>Construction began in 1922 and it was completed in 1931.</li></ul> Read More <a href="https://beeparenting.com/u/8poi1p" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Christ the Redeemer Facts For Children</a> <h2>Chichen Itza</h2>Historical place in Mexico<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/chichen-itza-at-dusk-596317367-59fccc9f4e4f7d001a6e28bc-6413cc54773c455ca95de2ec39b793c8.jpg_image_1644924405885.jpg" width="364"><ul><li>Chichen Itza is an archaeological site located in Tinicum Municipality of Yucatan State in Mexico.</li><li>It was a large pre-Columbian city built by the Maya people and was likely to have been one of the mythical great cities.</li><li>It is one of the most visited archaeological sites in Mexico and consists of buildings like the El Caracol or observatory of Chichen Itza, Temple of the Warriors, Grand Ballcourt, Venus Platform, and others</li><li>It was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988.</li></ul> Read More <a href="https://beeparenting.com/u/B01Xis" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Chichen Itza Facts For Children</a> <h2>Petra</h2>Historical place in Jordan<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/jordans-petra-a-keeper-of-secrets.jpg_image_1644924431539.jpg" width="361"><ul><li>Originally known to its inhabitants as Raqmu, Petra is a historical and archaeological city in southern Jordan.</li><li>It is believed that the area around Petra was inhabited as early as 7,000 BC, and the access to the city is through a 1.2-kilometer-long gorge called the Siq, which leads directly to the Khazneh.</li><li>It had remained unknown to the world until Johann Ludwig Burckhardt rediscovered it in 1812.</li><li>Petra is also called ‘Rose City’ due to the color of the stone from which it is carved</li><li>Its rock-cut architecture and water conduit system continue to attract a huge number of tourists, and it has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985.</li></ul> Read More <a href="https://beeparenting.com/u/8Cau99" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Petra Facts For Children</a> <h2>Great Wall of China</h2>Historical place in Beijing, China<img src="https://bee-assets-production.s3.amazonaws.com/image/e98bf54c-f84b-4a8c-81a6-ae66279cd62d.jpg_image_1644924469975.jpg" width="358"><ul><li>The Great Wall is the collective name given to a series of fortification systems built across the borders of the country.</li><li>The purpose of the Great Wall was to protect as well as mark the territories of the Chinese states and empires.</li><li>Several of the walls were found to have been built as early as the 7th century BC, but the most well-known sections were built by the Ming dynasty (1368–1644).</li><li>It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1987 and attracts many visitors every year.</li></ul> Read More <a href="https://beeparenting.com/u/TbJeh9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Great Wall Of China Facts For Children</a> Help your child learn about some of the wonderful structures of the world and we hope this article helped in achieving the same!

Our world is filled with the most unique structures that are both man-made and natural. Some of these have been listed in the wonders of the world.

7 Wonders of the World - The New, The Natural and The Ancient.

Our world is filled with the most unique structures that are both man-made and natural. Some of the man-made creations include churches, tombs, temples, monuments, mosques, buildings and even cities.

The Seven Wonders of the World 

If your child is laughing without any specific reason or if (s)he is talking, crying or staying silent way too much without any understandable reason, this might indicate that your child is unable to understand what is going on in a particular situation. When children have insecurity of being judged as someone who cannot gauge what is going around in his/her space, they react in a way in which people around them are not able to catch the fact that the child is not understanding anything happening around him/her. From the child’s perspective, (s)he feels, "Come on! I don’t get it. Why do you want me to understand everything”. They choose not to be vocal about how they feel. So they keep reacting in odd ways. Sometimes children are scared and think "If I go say that I don’t understand this and ask again, my parents will get angry and scold me.” You need to analyse the scenarios in which your child laughs too much. Ask you this question - Is this situation particularly funny and laughable or is my child just acting oddly because of (s)he lacks understanding of the situation? If you feel that your child lacks understanding, talk to them in private and ensure them that you are there to understand them and not mock them or be angry at them. Reassure them that if they don't feel right about anything, they can come to you and talk to you; there will be no judgements. If things are out of control and you cannot help manage your child's behaviour, you should consult a child psychologist who can help you solve this problem by taking steps in the right direction.

Pay attention to the situations in which your child laughs too much; this will help you to understand the problem better.

When a child laughs too much

Pay attention to the situations in which your child laughs too much; this will help you to understand the problem better.

How to play truth or dare with children and family: The rules are simple:<ul><li>Players take turns to be asked “Truth or Dare.”</li><li>The player chooses to either tell the truth when asked a question or carry out a dare.</li><li>A question or dare is then selected, and the player either answers the question or does the dare.</li><li>Afterwards, the next player takes their turn, and so on.</li><li>There are no winners and the game ends when players have had enough.</li></ul> <h4>30 Truth Questions for Truth or Dare Challenge for Children</h4> <h5>Q1: What would you do if your mother gives you 100 Rs?</h5><h6>You can come to know what is on a child's mind regarding money.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q2: If you are given some clay, what would you carve out of it?</h5><h6>You can come to know about the creativity and thought processes of the child.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q3: Whom do you watch TV with?</h5><h6>You can come to know if the child is watching television alone or with adults around.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q4: Can you count 1 to 20 backwards?</h5><h6>You can come to know what is concentration power and awareness in a child.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q5: Magic show, circus, zoo or cartoon - what will you choose?</h5><h6>You can come to know the child’s present mood or simply his/her liking towards mystery, connectivity with nature or if (s)he desires to be in his/her own space.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q6: What is your favourite body part on yourself?</h5><h6>You can come to know a child's inclination towards beauty or not and what is important to them. Beauty or functionality.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q7: Have you ever cheated to win a game?</h5><h6>You can come to know whether the child is fearless to confess or feels guilty about cheating.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q8: Do you like writing letters and numbers?</h5><h6>You can come to know whether the child in their early childhood, gets pressured by the academics.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q9: Which word did you hear the most this week?</h5><h6>You can come to know if the child is listening to a lot of NOs or being exposed to some word (s)he should not be.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q10: Where do you like to spend your time?</h5><h6>You can identify the people who make him/her feel secure.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q11: How do you help your mother at home?</h5><h6>You can come to know if the child is involved in household chores and if (s)he is given enough opportunities for the development of life skills, survival skills, fine motor and gross motor skills.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q12: Have you ever stayed at your friend’s place to study but played instead?</h5><h6>You can come to know if the study circles are fruitful and if appropriate activities are happening during study circles.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q13: What do you address your house-help?</h5><h6>You can come to know if the child is respectful towards people, be it of any strata.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q14: Do you like it when your clothes are neatly stacked or when they are kept in a pile?</h5><h6>You can identify the aesthetic sense and orderliness in the child.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q15: Which game do you enjoy playing with your parents?</h5><h6>You can come to know Why the child likes the particular game if that's because of the parent involved, use of touch sense, outdoor or indoor game.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q16: What is the most creative thing you did this week?</h5><h6>You can identify things the child finds creative, also is (s)he getting enough opportunities of creativity.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q17: Do you hide your favourite toys when you don’t want to share them?</h5><h6>You can come to know whether the child has a possessive attitude or not.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q18: If you are given some clay, what would you carve out of it?</h5><h6>You can come to know about the creativity and thought processes of the child.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q19: Which is your favourite movie?</h5><h6>You can come to know about what the child relates to in life, some game, sport, action, emotion, etc.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q20: Which vegetable do you like the most and why?</h5><h6>You can come to know about the senses used by the child and whether s/he likes the taste, presentation, smell or likes the person who makes the dish, etc.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q21:What do you love drawing/painting?</h5><h6>You can understand the observation and the likes of the child.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q22: Have you ever missed washing hands after using the toilet?</h5><h6>You can come to know if the child is health-conscious or has a careless attitude towards hygiene.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q23: Have you ever used momma’s lipstick secretly?</h5><h6>You can come to know opinions about beauty and a child's inclination towards a specific gender.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q24: What are three things you would change about your mother?</h5><h6>You can know about the things that the child likes about his friends’ mothers and things he dislikes about his mother. You can also know their internal idea of mother.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q25: Do you sneak snacks when the mother is not looking?</h5><h6>You can come to know whether the child fears the mother to ask for snacks or not.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q26: Have you ever made your class teacher upset?</h5><h6>You can come to know whether the Child is observant and aware of people’s emotions around.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q27: What is the last story your father/mother narrated to you?</h5><h6>You can come to know if the parents narrate stories.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q28: What did you have in your last meal?</h5><h6>You can come to know about the memory of the child and if they pay attention to their meals.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q29: Do you like writing letters and numbers?</h5><h6>You can come to know whether the child in their early childhood, gets pressured by the academics.</h6><h5> </h5><h5>Q30: Name a famous person that you would like to be friends with.</h5><h6>You can come to know about child’s perception of people, if they believe in what they see and if they get easily influenced.</h6> Keep it light, keep it silly, and remember, everyone, is supposed to be having fun.

Truth challenge is perfect for a family game night. You and your child will learn exciting new things from each other! The classic Truth and Dare Challenge game is easy to play.

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Truth or Dare Challenge is one of the all-time classic party games and a great way to get to know your children better in fun ways.

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The following tips will help you manage your twins/triplets efficiently: <ul><li>Stick to a schedule</li></ul>Maintain a common schedule for the children. If one wakes up from a nap, wake up the other. If one is hungry and wants to eat, feed the other child as well. Scheduling both the children together will keep you sane and help you get proper sleep as well. <ul><li>Feed at the same time</li></ul>It is important to learn to breastfeed both babies at the same time. If you are feeding on the bottles, it is easier to have two spots to seat them. Breastfeed or bottle-feed, prepare ahead of the feed (a breastfeeding pillow, bottles, burp cloths, pumped breastmilk or formula and a snack for yourself). After feeding, burp the babies one by one. By the time the second (or third) baby has been fed, burped, and changed, the first one's often hungry - and the cycle begins all over again. In the beginning, breastfeeding two babies at the same time can be difficult. It is best to consult a lactation nurse on the days when you are still in the hospital. A nurse will help you try different breastfeeding positions so by the time you are home with your kids, you can apply the one that suits you and your child the best. When one of the babies wakes up to be fed in the middle of the night, wake up the other one after you're done with the first baby. It's hard to wake a sleeping baby, but if you don't, you will be constantly tending to babies and not getting any sleep. <ul><li>Bath twice</li></ul>Bathe your babies turn by turn. If you have an infant chair, put one of your babies in the chair beside you while you bathe the other child. When you are done with one baby, switch the places. Bath seats are also available in the market; these seats make the bathing process easier. <ul><li>Know who is who</li></ul>In the early days of twin parenting, it is natural to mix up your babies. You can dab a dot of nail polish on one of your baby's toes or fingers to avoid confusion. You can tie a wristband to one of your babies. See what works the best for you. <ul><li>Crying times two</li></ul>More often than not, both of your babies will cry at the same time. It is difficult to find out what soothes your babies. What works for one might not work for the other. Figure out if cuddling, cradling, singing, caressing works for your babies or not. <ul><li>Share the duties</li></ul>Ask for help; it can be difficult but ask away. It will be for your own peace. Delegate your tasks to your spouse or your other family members. You can hire a caretaker as well for some time till you figure out how to go about twin parenting. Delegating your tasks will give you time to bond with your babies. Communication is the key; if you feel one parent is taking up more responsibilities, talk it out. <ul><li>Preparing your house for your babies</li></ul>Baby proof your house in every possible way. Set up a changing station including diapers, wipes, and extra baby clothes. If you have a house with more levels, make sure to arrange changing stations, baby chairs at all levels. That way you can avoid running up and down the stairs every time one of the babies spits up or needs to be changed. <ul><li>Bond with your Babies</li></ul>It might take you more time to bond with your babies compared to parents of singletons. Most of your time will be eaten up in fulfilling your babies' needs. But the more time you spend with your babies, the more you will know them and connect with them. <ul><li>Celebrate their individuality</li></ul>It's important to treat your babies as individuals so that they begin to see themselves that way too. Refer to them by their names rather than as "the twins," and as they get older, make sure they have their own clothes and special toys. <ul><li>Plan quality time individually</li></ul>Plan quality time separately for your babies. Sit and talk to them, read a book, or play a game with your babies. The goal is to give each child life experiences that are fun and appropriate for them. Twins are very dependent upon each other in the early years. Spending some time apart will help them develop separate identities and help them understand their likes and dislikes. <ul><li>Respect your children</li></ul>Every child has different needs hence it is important to cater to their individual needs than being fair when raising twins. It is okay if you don't buy the same gifts or clothes for your twins or treat them in the same manner. Respecting the similarities and differences of each child fosters a real and healthy sense of self. <ul><li>Consider possessions &amp; twin identity</li></ul>Possessions help children form a sense of identity. Some separate clothes, toys, books, blankets, etc. reinforce separateness and ownership. Each child needs some possessions that do not have to be shared. This can be achieved by giving each child a special cupboard or space on a shelf. <ul><li>Be cautious about making comparisons.</li></ul>The comparison comes naturally to parents, knowingly or unknowingly. With twins, it becomes even more tempting to do so. Every child develops at their own pace hence it is best not to compare twins. Comparisons easily discourage a child or create a situation where (s)he feels less smart, capable, attractive or loved. What to invest in and what to save on?Babies Can Share:<ul><li>Changing table</li><li>Playpen or portable crib</li><li>Baby bathtub</li><li>Nursing pillow</li><li>Breast pump</li><li>Baby monitor</li><li>Double or triple stroller</li><li>Stationary activity centre</li><li>Activity mat</li></ul> Separate Baby Needs:<ul><li>Car seat</li><li>Infant seat</li><li>Bassinet</li><li>Crib</li><li>Swing</li><li>Diaper bag</li><li>High chair</li><li>Front carrier</li></ul>

It can be a little tricky to raise twins or triplets. But with time, you sure will figure out everything. The following tips will help you manage your twins efficiently.

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It can be a little tricky to raise twins or triplets. But with time, you sure will figure out everything.

Diwali, the festival of lights, is widely celebrated in our country. With the entire nation glowing brightly with lights and people celebrating the festivities together, it is a wonderful time for everyone.Parents interact with each other, children burst crackers, and there is happiness all around. However, children may get bored after a point, hence you will need something to keep them engaged. So, we have some amazing Diwali activities and games for children to play this Diwali and make it a memorable one.1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Quiz Time: If your house is buzzing with relatives and their children, it is a good time to get all the children busy by making them participate in a quiz. Pick certain topics about <a href="https://www.beeparenting.com/s/diwali-gk---qna" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Diwali Quiz</a> and they will enjoy them. You can divide the children into two teams and let each team quiz each other. Make sure you keep prizes for everyone so that nobody is sad about Diwali.2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Jewellery Making: Instead of giving your children actual gems and precious items, let them pick some household items such as pasta covers, beads, and other essential things. Ask them to paint these items using and then sprinkle glitter. Allow them to turn those raw items into great jewellery pieces. These jewellery items can go with their festive wear and on other special occasions as well.3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Paper Firecrackers: Although crackers are something that children look forward to on Diwali, it is important to make them realize the negative effects of the crackers on the environment. Engage them in craft activities where you help them create rockets and firecrackers out of colourful paper, decorate them, and hang them or stick them on a wall for a festive look.4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Rangoli Art: Although rangoli is traditionally done by girls and women, let’s evolve in modern times and include all children to try out their hand at it. Give them some specific designs that they have to make in different areas of the house or provide them with a printable worksheet and ask them to decorate with different craft materials and colour them, which would be supervised by older children. Later on, let them unleash their creative best and come up with some beautiful ways to enhance their creativity.5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Diya Painting: Diwali is a festival of lights and is incomplete if your house is not illuminated with the diyas all around. This Diwali, let those diyas not be bland and allow your children to paint those diyas with colours of their choice. Make use of watercolours, paints, and everything at your disposal to provide the little ones with the tools to deck up those simple diyas.6.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Diwali Stories: Narrating the story of Lord Rama’s win over evil and his triumphant return to his people in Ayodhya, can be a good story to play. Let the children showcase their talent during the Diwali celebrations and get over their ‘stage-fright (in case they have any!)7.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Musical Chairs: The simplicity of the game might make you feel like a weird addition for a festive occasion such as Diwali, but when you have siblings, relatives, and friends at one place, any game is fun. Let children play separately or mix them up with adults as well. Choose the popular songs of the time and let your children have fun running around and rushing to grab that empty chair.8.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Diwali Work Book: Let your child discover India and one of the most fascinating Indian holidays with this <a href="https://www.beeparenting.com/u/z6236k" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Diwali Free PDF printable worksheet</a>. Enhance your child skill by printing the worksheet and using the printable worksheet to learn more about the Diwali Festival of Lights.9.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Fancy Dress Competition: Use Diwali to create a fun, fancy dress competition, maybe by using the Diwali colours as a theme? You can ask children to dress up in the shades of yellow, orange or red and get creative as they can.10.&nbsp;&nbsp;Making Paper Lanterns: This fun and easy activity will add to your festive decorations. Use these <a href="https://www.beeparenting.com/u/Q86JEG" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">lanterns</a> to decorate your home during Diwali and many more festivals, occasions and events. Your kid will feel immense pride when their masterpiece would be displayed in the house.11.&nbsp;&nbsp;Tongue Twister Challenge:&nbsp;Diwali games at home are incomplete without the tongue twister challenge. This game will give you sure-shot, belly-aching laughter like none other. You just need to write down some tongue-twister phrases on chits. Come up with innovative tongue twisters or buy the latest tongue twister book online - your choice! Now allow your guests to pick a chit. Now comes the most fun part! The players need to say whatever is written on the chit again and again without breaks. If they fail, a nasty dare awaits!&nbsp;12.&nbsp;&nbsp;Play Dough Rangoli: Interesting way to add to the festive fun! Give each one of them a play dough kit and ask them to make a rangoli out of it. You may want to show them an example.Let them know they can take the kit to add to their delight. You can give them some sequences/embellishments too to decorate their play dough rangoli.13.&nbsp;Movie Time: Arrange for some popcorn and sandwiches and nimboo pani. Create a movie-like atmosphere in the room with curtains closed and dim lighting. Select a favourite movie and watch it with them.Hope you like the above ideas? Would you try them out for the children? We’d love to know how you plan to celebrate Diwali this time.Wishing you all a happy, safe, and prosperous Diwali!

Here are some interesting activities that your little ones can try this Diwali and have a wonderful time together with your children. Happy and prosperous Diwali.

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Diwali is not only a time for celebration, but also for family get-togetherness and activities! Here are some interesting activities that your little ones can try this Diwali and have a wonderful time together.

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