Many parents have problems with their children talking to them. I have seen where parents think every thing is OK but their children are living in a completely hidden world. We see this everywhere not only in real life but also on TV and in movies. Is this just the way it is or is there something we as parents can do to help keep are children talking to us?

I have always been able to talk with my parents and I also know other parents who have open relationships with their children. So there must be something we as parents can do. As my daughter is only 3 months old I don’t have much experience but I thought I better find out what I need to do to start things off on the right track.

I was reading that at a young age you can teach your child the importance of communication and talking. It was specifically talking about father/daughter relationships. When your daughter interrupts you during a conversation you are having with another adult you must politely tell her not to interrupt and wait her turn. Then when your done talking you turn to hear and spend time talking to her. Even if she forgot what she was going to say and you don’t let others interrupt your conversation with her.

There was much more to what I read but that is what stood out most to me. Although my daughter mostly makes silly sounds and blows bubbles I have done my best to put this into practice. Everytime she tries to talk in her own language I turn to her and look her in the eyes. I talk back and try and let her know that she has my attention. I hope this will have at least some positive effect on her but if not then atleast maybe it is training me to give her my undivided attention.