3 This Is Mandatory For Parents To Know To Grow Optimal Child Flower

Illustration of parenting that makes children's optimal growth and development (Freepic)

JAKARTA - Raising children is not only about providing physical needs, but also about how parents are present as a whole in the life of their little ones.

The parenting pattern applied will be the main basis for shaping children's personality, intelligence, and readiness to face the world. In the midst of a strong flow of information, parents are often faced with many choices and pressures.

However, one thing is certain that children need a parenting pattern that is full of love, consistent, and in line with the stages of their growth and development.

In this context, a strong understanding of the main pillars in children's growth and development is very important. According to child psychologist, Prof. Dr. Rose Mini Ajoes Salim, M.Psi, there are three important pillars that must be focused on parenting, namely attention, potential, and nutrition.

The first pillar that becomes the basic foundation is attention, which involves consistent emotional attention from parents playing a major role in the development of children as a whole.

"Children who feel cared for and loved will grow with a sense of security, confidence, and be able to build healthy social relations," he said in the Your Choice, Their Future campaign held by Morinaga in Jakarta, recently.

This child psychologist who is usually called Bunda Romi explained that the emotional presence of parents must be an option that is taken every day because it will determine the direction of children's growth and development.

The same thing was also expressed by dr. Reisa Broto Asmoro, a doctor, celebrity and health observer. He emphasized that the sincere attention of parents, even in things that look small, can be an important provision for the future of children.

"Every decision made, from how to how to speak to how to respond to children's emotions, will be part of a growing experience that shapes their character and personality," said doctor Reisa.

However, attention alone is not enough. To optimize the development of children, parents also need to provide stimulation that is in accordance with the age stages of children.

In this case, the potential for children can only develop if given the right stimulation. Prof. Rose Mini delivers stimulation in the golden age, especially in the First 1000 Days of Life, has a long-term impact.

Educative activities, for example, games that stimulate cognitive and motor skills, as well as meaningful learning experiences will help children recognize and hone their natural talents.

"The role of parents in choosing the right activities and learning environment is very important in shaping children's intelligence and competitiveness in the future," continued Bunda Romi.

In addition to attention and potential, nutrition is a pillar that is no less important. Dr. Muliaman Mansyur of Kalbe Nutritionals emphasized that optimal nutrition from an early age becomes the basis for brain development, physical strength, and child readiness in facing the challenges of life.

Good nutrition supports all stimulation and care processes, making children more responsive, active, and healthy as a whole. The first 1000 Days of Life are referred to as a crucial period because all vital organs, especially the brain, are growing very rapidly.

"Every choice of nutrition taken by parents will contribute directly to the quality of children's growth and development, and this is a decision that cannot be postponed," he explained.

Overall, children's growth and development are the result of consistent attention, stimulation, and nutrition. These three pillars are not only theory, but part of daily life that must be lived with love, awareness, and belief every choice today will form their individuals in the future.