Everyone gets tougher this way.. especially mom 😅
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Rough-and-tumble play between a parent (mothers or fathers) and child, often seen as a form of physical play that includes play fighting, wrestling, and chasing, can significantly contribute to a child’s development into a well-adjusted and confident adult. This type of play teaches children important social skills such as taking turns, understanding boundaries, and interpreting non-verbal communication cues. Additionally, it can enhance physical coordination and strength, foster problem-solving skills, and build resilience. Engaging in such play with a parent, especially a father, can also deepen emotional bonds, providing a sense of security and trust that contributes to the child’s overall emotional well-being and confidence as they grow.
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I’m chill. I’m a chill mom. 🫠🫠🫠
…and my kid? laughing like it’s the best day of his life 🤦🏼♀️
I carried him for 9 months just for his dad to treat him like a stunt double 😭😂
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And then they immediately run off to find another bag in the recycling to try again 😅
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Haha I remember playing with my 3 boys just like this and how much laughing and fun they had!
This dad definitely got the memo on how little boys like to play!
Rough housing is essential when raising kids. It’s how they learn self control, when it’s too much and how to move and handle others. Karate and BJJ are the natural next steps! Let’s go! #raisingboys #roughhouse #playing #goodtimes
Get off the couch and start rough housing with your kids 💪🏼
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Here’s what works ⤵️
If your kids are roughhousing too rough and it always seems to end in tears, I get you.
They are having fun until they just aren’t anymore. Yet, they won’t quit when you suggest maybe they should.
4 TIPS:
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1️⃣Honour the No
Make sure your house rules state that when someone says Stop or No, you listen. 🛑That often starts with us, the parents, honouring that first. Even if we are tickling them or doing anything else that we think is fun. If your child says stop, stop. It has to be a house rule and everyone has to follow it.
2️⃣Empower them
practice having your kids practice standing up for themselves and having a very strong and solid NO voice. Teach them to hold up their hand in a stop motion and say “Stop, I don’t like that!” ✋✋
It takes practice for little ones to find their voice, especially with their older siblings. Empower them to practice and speak for themselves.
3️⃣Set ground rules
If you have kids that are rough housing a lot, they usually come up with their own rules. If you see that they are often getting hurt, you might have to step in and make sure everyone is ok with the rules.
👉Instead of setting the rules for them, just check in and make sure everyone agrees with the rules. Maybe the littler ones re-evaluate and realize they actually aren’t ok with things.
Just call for a PAUSE game and discuss. “What are the rules of the game guys? Does everyone feel safe with those rules?”
4️⃣ Step aside
I get it, we don’t want our kids to get hurt. Also, they learn a lot from rough housing. As long as they are not being malicious, everyone agrees on the rules and they are having fun, let them be.
Sure they might get hurt but then they will learn their limits. They will learn when to say stop and when to adjust the rules for their own safety.
Comment: what works in your house?
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No one is safe on the dodgeball court! #trampoline #roughhouse #dudedad #dadlife
When boys play in your house, no item of furniture is safe 🪑💥
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The house is the loudest when dad gets home 😂
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Lazarus loves to rough house. Man the husky in him makes him so vocal lol. #lazarus #wolfdog #huskywolf #rescue #playtime #roughhouse
Play fighting with your kids 👇🏻
✅ Builds connection and trust – It’s a bonding activity that shows kids you’re present, engaged, and safe to be playful with. It strengthens your relationship in a fun, physical way.
✅ Teaches boundaries and self-control – Through roughhousing, kids learn what’s too much, how to read body language, when to stop, and how to manage impulses.
✅ Develops physical coordination and strength – It boosts motor skills, balance, and body awareness, especially for little ones still figuring out how their bodies move.
✅ Regulates emotions – Rough play can help kids release pent-up energy, frustration, or stress in a healthy way. It’s a natural outlet for big feelings.
✅ Builds confidence – It allows kids to test limits in a safe environment, helping them feel strong, capable, and brave.
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