Co-funded project "Baby's Dowry"

5 • Consequences Consequences should be agreed upon with the child in advance and should always be relevant to a specific behavior or action and not general.. Consequences should be simple and age-appropriate, and grow in severity according to the unwanted behavior, be enforced steadily, calmly with respect and without anger. Stability • A child should grow in a stable environment, in order to form a safe, nurturing bond with his/her parents. Stimulants • Through encouragement and mental stimulation, the child can grow, learn, develop and integrate socially. • This sort of encouragement is provided to the child through dialogue/feedback, active listening, rewarding positive behaviour and positive reinforcement so that the child can participate in games and make friends. PROMOTING THE WELFARE OF A CHILD • Employment of the parents When parents have a job, it is good for the child’s social and emotional behaviour as children have greater exposure to new social experiences, which can contribute to their development. • Extended family to provide family support The extended family is an important part of a child’s life, as it can provide stability and continuity. It can help a child grow as an individual, it can shape his/her character and it can be empowering and uplifting. The family is a miniature of the wider society and it can help the child socialise and integrate.