Families For Life | Family Rules-Toddlers

For younger children:

Do note that more support and reminders may be needed to keep to family rules. Besides setting rules that are tied to external rewards and consequences, it is important to help them be intrinsically motivated to follow rules (e.g. I should go for football training so I can get better at the sport).

Set rules that help them manage how they spend their time (e.g. go to bed by 9.30pm)

Keep in mind that the ultimate goal of setting and reviewing family rules is to help your child grow into an adult with the right values and self-control that will guide them in making wise choices.

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Parenting for Wellness

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As a parent, you play a big role in setting up boundaries and expectations for your child, as well as enforcing consistent and appropriate consequences when these are not met.

How can you go about setting clear rules and reinforcing limits for your child?