It’s easy to get caught up in the daily whirlwind of activities – working, cooking, cleaning, exercising, list making, packing lunches, wiping noses and maybe grabbing a few seconds of shuteye. But it’s extra important that you make the effort to stop and listen when your child has something to say – it shows that you value their thoughts, opinions and ideas above your to-do list. So put that broom down, pull your son or daughter into your lap and enjoy his or her company!