Ten Tips For Boosting Your Child's Self Esteem

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Every child needs regular self esteem boosts, especially from parents. The following are ten suggestions for boosting your child's self esteem.

Provide supportive praise that acknowledges choices and is specific in nature. While it's great to say, "You're sweet," it's even more effectvie if you say, "I'm proud of you for wiping your baby brother's chin; that's very caring of you," which rewards the child for the specific behavior.

Compliment your child on unique characteristics. Try to catch your child doing something good.

Spend time with your child. When you spend time with your child, you're saying your child is important to you.

Give your child your full attention when he or she is speaking. Show you are listening by nodding and asking questions.

Get behind your child's interests. Pay for lessons, go to practices, listen to your child’s enthusiasm, and get excited about the things that make your child happy.

When you must discipline your child, do so assuming your child will listen and obey. You need to remain optimistic that this time your child will finally get it, even if it’s a tough issue.

Think about your facial expressions, being sure to smile. Many adults don’t realize how serious their expressions are, and how frightening a serious face can be to a child.

Shower your child with affection. Your touch means so very much to your child.

Take note when your child overcomes an obstacle. This is even more powerful if your child has repeatedly failed in one area. Your affirmation will help your child believe his or her efforts matter.

Post evidence of your child’s success somewhere it can be seen.

Bonus Tip: Stock up on parenting books that will give you more strategies for improving your child's self esteem. If you have a preteen daughter, read Reviving Ophelia; if you have kids who can't get along, read Siblings Without Rivalry. If raising boys, consider reading Raising Cain, and if your child is overly energetic, read Raising Your Spirited Child.