What it feels like to be a mom

Validate your child’s interests to help them feel worthy. Even if it’s not exactly what you’d choose for yourself, nurturing their interests can help boost your kid’s self esteem and make them feel confident in their own life. Their interests may come and go, so be prepared to shift gears fairly often. If your teenager has joined a band, give some positive feedback about the songs they write. If your preteen is obsessed with space, buy them books or take them on a trip to the planetarium.