Natasha Hinde is the Parents Editor at HuffPost UK where she writes about the highs and lows of life as a parent, while also commissioning features for the section.
A mother-of-three and therapist has opened up about the one simple thing her parents did that boosted her confidence growing up – and explained how you can try it with your own kids., revealed her parents would talk to her cuddly toys about her, in front of her. And while it might sound a little odd to some, it actually had a very positive impact.“As a child I would sit there and smile as I overheard my parents say nice things about me.
She explained how even for adults it can have a huge impact. For example, while it’s nice to be told by someone that you work hard, to overhear your boss telling another colleague how hard you work can be even more powerful. “The words we say to our kids when they are little will eventually become how they talk about themselves,” she added.If you’re looking for other ways to boost your child’s self-esteem, check out these recommendations from the charityAsk them about three good things that went well during their dayHuffPost UK Parents Newsletter
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