Children are attentive observers and learn by imitating role models. When parents model positive behavior, children tend to adopt this behavior on their own. Parents have the most significant influence on the development of values and skills such as self-confidence, courage, compassion, empathy, love, curiosity, honesty, helpfulness, and critical thinking. By demonstrating compassion and empathy towards others, adults convey to their children the importance of being considerate of other people's feelings. Setting an example of honesty and helpfulness in relationships with others is also a valuable moral value that children learn from their parents. Children learn to show gratitude through simple words of thanks by following the example of adults. Gratitude is the ability to recognize the good things in life and appreciate the efforts and kindnesses of others, which in turn improves interpersonal relationships. Fostering family bonds also plays a crucial role in instilling family values and developing a child's personality. An environment of unconditional warmth, interest, and kindness supports the best possible development of children and forms the basis for a trusting relationship.

Children learn mainly through observation and often adopt the behavior of adults. It is therefore essential that adults are aware of their own actions and reactions to different situations. Children quickly feel insecure when adults expect behavior from them that they themselves do not exemplify. By putting their cell phones away during mealtimes, parents show their children the importance of spending time together. This encourages family cohesion and conversations with each other. For example, if there is tension between the adults at home, children may show defiant reactions. Children sense that something is wrong, even if adults think they are not being watched. When parents approach conflicts calmly by discussing and seeking solutions, they teach their children that differences of opinion can be resolved peacefully. This encourages children's ability to resolve conflicts and develop empathy. How children develop and what they learn depends to a large extent on what happens around them every day. They take their parents' behavior as an example and how they deal with stress, disappointments, arguments or the joy of happy moments. Parents promote their children's emotional and social skills when they consciously take time to play together or listen attentively when children describe their day. These moments of full attention support self-confidence and are fundamental to children's development by having a positive impact on their well-being.

A regular daily routine gives children a reliable structure to their day and helps them overcome reluctance and stick to routines such as getting up, getting dressed, and brushing their teeth. Regular meals together are also important because they structure the day and help children develop a healthy relationship with food. Eating dinner with the whole family gives children the opportunity to talk about their day and receive their parents' full attention. This attention is particularly important because it makes children feel loved and valued. Regular communication with parents not only promotes language development but also builds trust and strengthens the bond between parents and children. Additionally, parental attention helps children learn to cope better with stress and challenges because they are more likely to have the confidence to talk about their problems and look for solutions together. By ending the day in a relaxed manner, such as by reading a story or playing a little game, you give your child a feeling of security. Sufficient sleep is also an important prerequisite for children to start the next day rested. Consistent bedtimes support children's well-being. Overall, a relaxed daily routine reduces stress and promotes harmonious family life, positively affecting children's physical and emotional health.

Every child has their own rhythm when it comes to getting up early in the morning. While some children are little early risers, others like to spend even more time in dreamland. It is very helpful to plan enough time in the morning. If all family members get up a few minutes earlier, the day usually gets off to a much more relaxed start. Lay out clothes with your child the night before, to avoid morning stress over choosing an outfit. Gently awaken your child with soft light or their favorite song for a positive start to the day. Take a moment to warmly greet your child with a ›Good morning‹ and a hug. You might even bring a smile to your little late riser's face by gently tickling their nose, hand, or foot with a soft feather, thereby expressing love and support. This will give your child the feeling of being loved and supported. Cuddle up in bed with your child on weekends or during vacations, read to them or talk about your plans for the weekend. Tumbling or romping in bed are also always popular with children. These little moments of togetherness enrich everyday family life and start the day with something special.