Top Tips for New Parents

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Gogabo
Aug 28, 2017 · 3 min read

Are you a new parent? If so, congratulations on your tiny bundle of joy! Being a first-time parent can be really tough — not only are you figuring out how life works with a brand new person in it but you want to make sure you’re giving them the best possible start. They may seem small now but your little one won’t be little forever, and involving them in classes, activities and allowing them to socialize with other children is vital to their early development. Here at Gogabo we recognize the value in play, so we’ve provided some top tips for new parents below to help get you started in your first year of parenting to make sure your child is living a happy, playful and healthy life.

Socializing gives your baby independence

There are many benefits of encouraging social interaction from a young age. It is important that your child feels confident interacting with other adults and children, as this can in turn help them develop their independence and sense of self. If you know your baby will be attending daycare when they are old enough, then having them interact with other children and adults from a young age will help with the eventual transition into daycare. If your baby spends most of its time at home with you, you may meet a lot of resistance when it comes to parting ways for a day!

Involving your baby in classes can benefit you as well

Depending on your existing social circle, and whether or not your close friends have children, you might find that your friendship dynamic changes after having a baby. One of the huge benefits of you taking your child to classes is the opportunity to socialize with and meet other parents with similar aged children. Not only will your child make some new friends, but you might find that you do too! Meeting parents who you can relate to, and maybe even share advice with, will help enormously if you are finding it hard adjusting to parenthood.

Listen to your child

You know your baby better than anyone. As a parent, you have the ability to pick up on their moods and react to their needs and wants. When it comes to enrolling your baby in activity classes, make sure they are enjoying them. Children shouldn’t be forced to participate in things that don’t interest them, as they will just end up rejecting them. Make sure to find a class or hobby that your baby responds positively to.

Laying a strong foundation for social interaction will improve your child’s early development and assist them in forming new relationships as they grow. By learning valuable social skills from a young age, your children will gain confidence and have less anxiety about doing things independently from you. Ultimately, the relationship between every parent and child is different, what works for one child may not work for another, but giving your child the opportunity to figure out their likes and dislikes and how they prefer to interact with others early on will stand the both of you in good stead for their personal development in later life.

Gogabo makes it easy for you to plan, pick and pay for all of your child’s activities in one easy process. Our platform is designed by parents, for parents, with the power to simplify your life, save your time and reduce associated costs with planning your kids’ activities. Give your baby the best start in life and enroll them in a class today!

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