That magical day your child was born was probably one of, if not THE, happiest times in your life. There is no connection stronger than the one that is between a parent and their child. Use the following tips to maintain the strength of that connection, so that you have a good relationship with him or her well into his or her adult years.

Consider the message that your child is receiving from you. Let your children know they can count on you and trust you.

All you need is a clear kitchen counter and a rolled-up towel. Put the towel on the counter and put your child on it so that his head is under the sink faucet. Then turn on the faucet to run water over his hair. Doing this can help alleviate the anxiety countless toddlers have about being submerged underwater.

Toddlers and infants should never be given soda, regular OR diet. Try sticking with drinks that provide your baby with vitamins or nutrients, such as warm or cold milk, sugar-free juices, and water.

Take a break once in a while. Call a trusted sitter or family member to take care of the children while you take care of yourself for a little while. Parents can become overwhelmed by stress when they do not have any time for themselves and that can have a negative affect on the entire household.

Do not neglect yourself and your needs. Despite what crazy events occur throughout the day, always take some time alone to be by yourself and relax, step away from the world and its worries. This will make you less stressed and happier, which will benefit your children ultimately.

If you find yourself driving a great distance, but have children in the vehicle for the trip, don’t be afraid to pull over from time to time and get a breath of fresh air. It may be tempting to get to your target destination quickly, but going at a leisurely pace will keep the fussing from the children to a minimum. Put aside a few extra minutes for pulling over at some different parks, restaurants, or other scenic stopping points for a breather, and give the children a chance to burn that energy off.

Creating a powerful, respectful relationship with your son or daughter will stick with you throughout your entire life. The tips in this article can help you get started on building that relationship or enhancing the one that you already have.