Children Learn What They Live

• If a child lives with criticism, he learns to condemn.
• If a child lives with hostility, he learns to fight.
• If a child lives with ridicule, he learns to be shy.
• If a child lives with shame, he learns to feel guilty.
• If a child lives with tolerance, he learns to be patient.
• If a child lives with encouragement, he learns confidence.
• If a child lives with praise, he learns to appreciate.
• If a child lives with fairness, he learns justice.
• If a child lives with security, he learns to have faith.
• If a child lives with approval, he learns to like himself.
• If a child lives with acceptance and friendship, he learns to find love in the world.

- by Dorothy Law Nolte

• Make sure your children know they are loved
• Remain calm and exercise discipline with love and consistency
• Talk, sing, play and read with your child every day
• Ask lots of questions before choosing child care
• Taking care of yourself when you are pregnant is taking care of your baby