As a parent, you may feel the constant pressure to do it all. From juggling house and work chores to school runs and extracurriculars. You may easily believe that being a superhero parent is what your children need. However, children do not need you to have eight arms or superhuman multitasking abilities. They crave love, attention, and presence.
Let’s explore what truly matters to kids and how you can focus on giving them the one thing they need most, that is your love.
It’s Not About Doing It All
As a parent, you must feel to do everything perfectly right? But in reality, your child won’t remember how perfectly you did your house work or how perfectly their birthday was planned. They will remember the time you spent with them, the hugs you gave, and the way you made them feel seen and valued.
What Kids Really Want
The question arises as to what kids really want? They want your undivided attention. Whether it is a short conversation or an afternoon spent together, your focused attention is priceless to them. They also want quality time to spend with you consisting of simple board games, a walk in the park, or a bedtime story.
Why Love Matters More Than Perfection
Your love is like an anchor to your child. It helps them navigate challenges, build self-esteem, and develop healthy relationships with others. When you are focused on love instead of perfection, your child learns that it is okay to be human and that they are always enough.
The Takeaway: Love Is Enough
Parenting does not need to be perfect or doing it all. It is about showing up with love, care, and attention. The small moments that you share with your kids such as a bed-time story, cuddles, or an afternoon making cookies are what truly matter in the end.
A Story That Captures What Kids Really Want
The importance of love and connection is beautifully explored in I Wish My Mommy Was an Octopus by Erin Shular. The story explains how the kids do not need parents to be superhuman. Rather they just need love, attention, and presence.
Grab your copy now and learn more about what kids really want and how you can provide them with the love and affection they crave and need.
