The
problem that most parents face nowadays is the fact that their children
associate healthy with boring or displeasing. This applies for almost every
life aspect: food, exercise, learning etc. Although it is a highly spread issue
worldwide, there is no need to be concerned too much.
The most important thing
is learning the proper ways on how to introduce this healthier lifestyle to
your children on a fun and innovative way. The best way to do this is starting
from an early age. So these are 6 creative ideas that you could use with your
children.
Family Meals
If
you would leave meal planning to children, surely they would choose mostly
candy and junk food. Because of this, it is our role as adults to teach them
about healthy and nutritious foods. This can be easily accomplished by making
your meals a family time. Involve them in cooking, ask them to help with
preparing dinner and explain why you are using those specific ingredients. It
is a great learning technique but also another method of introducing your
children to healthier habits.
Funny Study
No
child likes studying, which is a fact. But in order to change this, the best
solution is to represent studying as a fun game and not something that is
obligatory. Invest in some quality children books and learning toys. Also, it
is a good idea to organize some kind of a family quiz night involving the
topics they are currently studying in school.
Fun Exercising
Regular
physical activity is very important for children, especially for children who
need to grow and develop more. You can easily involve them into sports
activities by going on a family hike, bike rides, swimming and similar. Also,
it is a good idea to bring the fun in the backyard where you can play Frisbee, put
up a trampoline or even a basketball hoop.
Extracurricular Activities
Involving
your children into extracurricular activities is a great way for them to
develop more in a certain area of expertise. They can develop new skills and
techniques, but it can also be a great tool for meeting new friends. The best
way to do this is to find out if they would be more interested in a sport
activity, perhaps learning a new language or even playing an instrument.
Set the Right Example
One
of the most important things to keep in mind is that your children look up to
you. You are their role model and because of that you should always try to set
the best example. Nothing you say or do will be effective unless you follow
through. This means that you should also practice sports every day, eat healthy
foods and implement a healthier lifestyle on your own.
Family Time
Nowadays,
with the rapid development of technology and the high usage of electronic
devices, even with very young children, it is quite common for kids to become
antisocial and too absorbed into computers and games. Because of this, it is
really important to take the right precautions and measurements, meaning you
should involve your children more into family activities and spending time with
each other, rather than spending it online.
Reserve a special time of the day
where everybody would gather around and spend some quality time together. This
could involve playing board games, watching a good family movie or just taking
a walk together.
Staying
involved in your children’s lives is really important if you wish for them to
implement a healthier lifestyle. But make sure not to overdo it. Do not invade
their privacy or be too clingy. Just make sure that they are performing all
their chores and tasks as agreed. Having a good insight will surely help you
with introducing them to healthier life choices.
About author:
Tracey Clayton is a full time mom of three
girls. She loves cooking, baking, sewing, spending quality time with her
daughters and organizing
awesome parties in Boing Central
kids’ party places. Her motto is: “Live the life you love, love the
life you live.”
Thanks for putting this together.!
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