7 Ways To Raise A Well-Rounded Child

It takes good thinking.

- Mallika Chugh

It is every parent’s dream to raise a well-rounded child. We all want our children to feel confident competent and grow up satisfied with their achievements and ambitions. We do our every bit to establish a solid support system at home to inculcate the right value system but still feel a void. First and foremost we may consider these seven techniques while raising a child who is well-balanced, healthy and happy with her accomplishments. “It will take consistency, dedication and patience," says Michele Borba, Ed.D., an advisor for parents and the author of The Big Book of Parenting Solutions.

Encourage their special attributes

Every child is unique and gifted with different skills and talents. These special attributes may or may not show up in our traditional school system, but there are many kids who shine after the last school bell has rung for the day. After school extracurricular activities like an art or music class may open their minds, but it is not that your wallet needs to be involved every time you desire something special for the kid. "Do not underestimate the power of unstructured play," says Stiffelman. Playing catch or dancing and running with them in the yard, would in fact develop more closeness along with providing opportunities for their physical, personal and even intellectual development. In fact, finding a new hobby or two which you may enjoy along with your kids would inspire them to try new things in life and educate them without putting any extra burden on them.

Judicially praise their efforts