They say parenting is a full time job and others say that you will not know how it feels until you are one.
Parenting comes with a lot of expectations and commitment and it is hard to wake up and just be one.
Every day is a learning experience and although there might be no specific guide on how things should be, one or two words of wisdom could really be helpful.
There is always something about being an African parent; they are known for discipline as the main focus. No one ever wants to see their child walking on the wrong lanes.
Kenyans on twitter today shared a number of things that are working for them as parents and also others are probably sharing from the child point of view.
Here a some that stood out for me.
A good parent is one who best understands his/her children. A good kid is one who always appreciates the parents. #FactsAboutParenting
— The African Voice (@teddyeugene) February 3, 2019
Most parents are busy investing FOR their children as opposed to investing IN them good morals, saving culture etc #FactsAboutParenting pic.twitter.com/myRDvmWT8u
— MWANANCHI (@Mwana_nchi) February 3, 2019
#FactsAboutParenting its possible to raise your children ? without social media standards, our parents did without it, look at us today. Stop pressuring yourself and causing unnecessary depression pic.twitter.com/65v7Xwya8Q
— lancelot mthobisi (@lmmfuphi) February 3, 2019
Parents have a Very Big role to play in the life of a Child. They are the First Role model Figures for the Children and they play a very critical role in ensuring the Child has the necessities he or she needs as she or he grows. #FactsAboutParenting pic.twitter.com/FezOUwnrcl
— BRAVIN™ (@ItsBravin) February 3, 2019
As a parent, you have the right to discipline your child. Spare the rod, spoil the child. #FactsAboutParenting pic.twitter.com/ozpHaxdc14
— K!TOS KOPARAN (@enock_kiptanui) February 3, 2019
Children with little or no communication with their own parents tended to be victimized by other children and may themselves be exhibit deviant behavior. #FactsAboutParenting
— ORAPAK™ ?? (@ItsOrapak) February 3, 2019
A good parent is involved in the daily growth of their children. A good parent doesn’t only cater for the child, but is involved in the growth of that child.#FactsAboutParenting
— Nyandarua’s Finest (@IamSamiSamuel) February 3, 2019