A world-weary gentleman once remarked, 'I can't understand what all the fuss is about children. We are producing them in thousands every hour, and, yet, people behave as if they are creating history whenever a baby is born.'
Parents are often overwhelmed by a sense of awe, wonder, mystery and deep love, when a new born baby comes into their lives. There is a blessed sense of relief, a light-headedness that almost seems dizzy, and there is pure ecstasy when the little one is seen for the first time. And the thought arises in the mind of everyone who beholds a new-born baby - I'm witnessing the miracle of God's creation.
It is essential for parents to understand the various stages of development of a child, right from the time of her birth. It is a human being who is being moulded, shaped by them, even as they themselves evolve as mature, responsible parents. I'm afraid that many fathers are apt to imagine that they have no share of responsibility in bringing up their children. They believe that this is the mother's job - and hers alone.
Every child is a human being, with a heart and soul. Never, ever let your child feel unwanted. Never forget, too, that every child is a unique individual, with his own personality and innate talents. Understand her and encourage her to express her creative potential. Guide her in a healthy, constructive way, to bring out the best in her.
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