“Unlock Your Child’s Heart: 9 Surprising Habits That Turn Every Conversation Into a Bonding Moment!”
From there, you can pivot the talk into more meaningful directions, all stemming from a small slice of your own day.
3. Show consistent warmth
I’ve realized children watch everything we do. If I’m in a bad mood, my kids pick it up immediately.
A welcoming smile or a simple “How was your day?” can set the tone for them to feel comfortable opening up.
Little gestures like that build a consistent message: “I’m here, and I care about you.”
4. Ask open-ended questions
“How was school?” is classic, but it usually leads to “fine” or “okay.” When we pose yes-or-no or one-word-answer questions, we inadvertently limit the conversation.
