5 Ways to Make Positive Choices for Kids in 2024

Happy New Year, amazing mommies! As we step into 2024, we're sure you've got your hands full with resolutions. But what about your little ones? We think of ways to reset ourselves and start fresh, positive, and encouraged, but how can we share that with our kids? Here are five simple yet powerful ways to make a positive impact on your kids' lives in 2024. Read until the end for a special discount worth 25% OFF your next order, just for you!

Let's be real; most mornings with little ones can be a challenge and sometimes downright chaotic. Try starting each new day with a mindful morning routine. Create a calming and joyful atmosphere by playing their favorite music, stretching, making beds, and taking a moment to reflect on good things you both want to happen that day. The morning sets the tone for their entire day, so make sure it's positive and easy to repeat throughout your week. And be sure you have the cutest Mommy and Me matching pajamas to look your best as you rise and shine!

Make healthy choices a family affair by encouraging them in the kitchen with meal planning. This engages them directly while learning why they should want to make these healthy choices, not just going along with them because mommy said so. The same can go for simple exercise and physical activity. Get them involved by letting them choose where to go for walks, dance routines they can make up, or sports you can play together.

Incorporating positive words of affirmation can make all the difference in your little one's confidence and self-worth. This goes beyond telling your child that you love them and vice versa. Practicing affirming words out loud like, "You're capable of great things," or, "There's no one I'd rather be than me," will boost self-esteem and created a foundation of positive self-image. This can even extend to the clothes she wears, like our Sweethearts® Collection filled with positive messages written write on the fabric!

Foster a compassionate and empathetic mindset by involving your children  in regular acts of kindness. It could be something as grand as charity work or volunteering to something small, like helping someone across the street with heavy bags or complimenting a passerby. These experiences will teach them the value of empathy and the joy and satisfaction that comes from making a positive impact on others.

We all know about "screen-time", and in the digital age where kids can use a cell phone better than you can, it's hard to keep them away. Which is why it's all the more crucial to teach kids how to manage that screen time responsibly. Set clear boundaries, both in and out of the home, as well as create technology-free zones in your house. Places like the den, dinner table, patio, or garage where you can engage in real-world connections can contribute to their overall well-being and develop a healthy relationship with technology.