Kids don't always behave as we'd like when we're out and about. They get over-stimulated and stressed out. And when children are at family gatherings, they're often off their schedules and especially excited, so their behavior can be particularly challenging. 1. Tend to basic needs. Be pre-emptive. Don't take a tired, hungry child anywhere. Even if you're going to a meal, assume your child will be hungry before the food is served and bring snacks. If you're in the grocery store, head first to the foods you will let her eat, and choose something for her to snack on while you shop. - 5 Tips For Good Parenting 2. Prepare your child. Explain, even to a baby, what will be happening. Describe what you will do, and any expectations you have for your child's behavior. "At Grandma's we hold hands and say a blessing, like this. During the blessing, only the person who is offering the blessing speaks. The rest of us will be quiet."...
