A Child needs a parent, not a therapist
they need firm guidance in how to exist.
A Child will do what you do, not what you say
so make sure not to teach them the violent way.

When it comes to your rules, don't budge an inch,
it's possible without being a grinch.
It's how you say it, with kindness,
that will teach A Child gentler ways.

No is the most loving and caring word
to teach A Child the ways of the world.
And yes you can spoil A Child with love and tenderness,
that doesn't equal giving in
to their every whim,
but it is the best way to teach A Child kindness.

Remember.
A Child will do what you do, not what you say.