Strengthening Parent-Child relationships

Strengthening your parent–child relationship through positive connections

Your child thrives on positive connections and quality time with you and other significant adults in their life. Making time to play, chat or just hang out together reminds your child that they’re loved and that you enjoy being with them. It also creates opportunities to talk about what’s going on for them. These moments build your child’s sense of self-worth and knowledge that they’re likeable, which gives them the confidence to build their own relationships, develop friendships and explore the world around them.

It’s important to work on building your connection with your child when things are going well, as this can make it easier to maintain closeness when your family is under stress.

In this resource, you will find ways you can continue building a positive parent–child relationship throughout your child’s life.