Cry Baby

 Parent:

Help, I do not like the cry-it-out method.

Reply:

I don’t agree with crying it out method. There is a reason why God created mothers with instincts to react when babies cry. Whoever came up with that method is not educated enough. 

Babies cry for a reason. They’re either in pain or extremely uncomfortable. They have good reason. Check everything: wet diapers, not enough milk, not enough sleep, an insect bite, wind in tummy, etc. 

They’re anything but spoilt. Plus, they need loads of physical touch. The more touch, the smarter they get because their brain neurons are stimulated.

Fussy Eaters

 Parent: 

I hate the “eat it or leave it” style that we are accustomed to. Please help.

Reply:

Maybe try Subway Style. Like serving the ingredients and have them make their own burgers, sandwiches, fried rice, fried noodles, etc. 

Once in a while, have “Steamboat”. If you’re Asian, you’ll know what this means. It is also called “hotpot” where everyone cooks only what they want to eat. The pot is in the Centre of the table and there’s also a grilling plate.

You can also try different menus and have the kids be in charge of different meals. So they prep and cook, and you help (the other way).

Then again, kids really need to eat their veggies. And one of the main things here is their attitude. As parents, it is our job to build good character — discipline, etc. so if they just eat what they want, that will not do any good for their bodies or their character development. Just my two cents.

And then again, the right parenting tip here is to educate them on how important fruits and veggies are and to actually Convince them to eat them rather than threaten. 

Hope this helps.