5 Ways to Tell Your Children That You Love Them

Happy Valentine’s Day!!

Today is a great day for me to reflect on how lucky I am to have two amazing children and a beautiful (expecting!) wolfie-dog in my home. Every day is an adventure and I wouldn’t have it any other way!

Recently, things have definitely been a bit strained in our house as we move through the shift of the changing times! Especially amidst the madness of single parenthood, it is so vital to take time out simply appreciate my family. Here are a few ways I love to show it:

Unplug. Turning off the iPhone, stepping away from the computer, and being present with the kids as my first and only priority – it works wonders!

Be silly. Maybe it’s embarrassing to them, but having the courage to be goofy in front of others gives my children permission to express themselves and creates lots of memories to laugh about later.

Love notes. Taking the three extra seconds to draw a funny face on my daughter’s sandwich bag, leave a note in my son’s lunchbox, or tape a sign to the TV or bathroom mirror always adds a little extra smile for the recipient :)

Change the routine. Sometimes spontaneously deciding to go out to eat, have breakfast for dinner, or go the park for a picnic will shake up the routine and add a new perspective. Letting the kids have a turn to choose is even better!

Tell them. Sounds easy, right? How often we forget to ‘catch our kids being good’ and tell them what you LOVE about their behavior, viewpoints, or appearance. The next time you want to nag about what they forgot to do, try noticing what they remembered and see the ripple effect!

How do you express your love to your kiddos? Feel free to share your unique ideas on our Facebook page!

2 thoughts on “5 Ways to Tell Your Children That You Love Them

  1. Alex says:

    Hi,
    My name is Alex Krasovitsky, I am a creator and organizer of “SoccerRockets” program for young children ages 2-8 that help to develop motor skills, balance, coordination, and socialization through play.
    Also, I am a Adaptive Physical Education Teacher in Queens NY, working in the self-contain special needs school.
    I have young children ages 3 and 7, so I understand of importance of physical and emotional development for young children.
    Best Regards,
    Alex K.
    http://www.SoccerRockets.com
    soccerrockets@gmail.com

    • spiritchaser says:

      Hi, Alex! Thanks so much for coming to my blog and sharing your thoughts and mission! I have a fitness curriculum that I use on children ages 3-10. We use simple hurdle steps, carrying sandbells, animal crawls, and relays. Let me know if there is anything I can do for you!

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