Children are sponges. We all know that. They watch us. And by watching us, they learn how to interact with others, what’s good, what’s bad, how to act, and much more.

There is another thing our children soak up though that goes much deeper than just watching us. It’s hearing the words that we say. The truth of the matter is once our children leave our care, whether it’s to go to school, with a friend, or into adulthood, the only thing they have left of us with them is the memories we make. Many of these memories are centered on the words that we say.

1. I love you
2. What do you think?
3. I’ve got your back.
4. I am proud of you.
5. If you are ever in trouble, I will be there for you.
6. I Will Always Want to Cuddle With You
7. I love spending time with you
8. You are beautiful
9. Words hurt
10. I am sorry
11. You are a blessing
12. I forgive you
13. Noone is perfect
14. I love spending time with you
15. I’m listening
16. Yes
17. I had the same problem when I was your age
18. I was wrong
19. No
20. I love watching you play
21. I love it when you…..
22. You did that very well
23. That was a great job!
24. Thank you
25. You can do this!

Now, we are not going to elaborate outside of the phrase, because everyones story will be different. Everyones child is different. So, yes the phrases are here, but words go beyond those phrases. Put the words into action. Elaborate and tell WHY you love your child, WHY they are beautiful and HOW they make you smile.

Takes these phrases and run with them. Speak them to your children. Discuss them. Remember them.

You won’t regret it!