10 Things You Should Never Do With Other People’s Children

You know that saying “don’t do to others what you wouldn’t want them to do to you”? Well, there are some things you shouldn’t do to other people’s children if you don’t want them to do to yours. And, if you still don’t have kids to know about these things, we’re here to tell you. Check out 10 situations that take any parent seriously.

1. Do not wake the child

If you already have a child, you probably know how hard it can be to get them to sleep at times. Many children, especially newborn babies, have difficulties with their sleep routine and this can be very stressful for both the child and the parents. So if a child is finally asleep, let him rest. In addition to collaborating with the parents, you also allow that child to rest and enjoy the sleep that is so essential in childhood.

2. Don’t kiss the baby

It’s ok, we know that babies are very cute and our urge to squeeze them and shower them with kisses is almost uncontrollable. But, before you have a cuteness attack, think about the bacteria in your mouth and how it can be harmful to these small and defenseless beings. It may seem like a harmless act, but saliva can contain numerous bacteria and viruses that cause serious diseases, such as herpes, for example.

3. Do not disallow the child’s parents

Who has never heard an adult say “let him go!” when parents are scolding the child’s attitude? If you’ve heard this, or even said it, know that this attitude should never be repeated. The upbringing of the child is the responsibility of the parents, and if they have not let the child do something, they must have a good reason for doing so. It is also important to remember that you should not speak ill of the child’s parents around the child, as at this stage children can be confused by these words.

4. Do not offer food to the child without parental permission

This tip you should write down in a place you see every day so you don’t forget. Giving your friend’s child a little chocolate may seem silly to you, but this act can have serious consequences. Whether the parents choose not to give the child some type of food or for health reasons, such as allergies, for example, it is not up to you to decide what this child will eat or not. Always consult parents before offering anything to children.

5. Do not feed a child if the cutlery has already been used

This advice is very similar to the kiss tip. Sharing saliva is an adult thing and you already know very well how to do it and what risks you are taking. It doesn’t matter if you consider yourself 100% healthy, always use a sanitized cutlery to feed a child other than your child. This protects her against germs, bacteria and viruses that once were in someone else’s mouth.

6. Do not smoke around the child

Smoking around someone, even if that person is past childhood, requires a little respect. For those who do not smoke, the smell of cigarettes is quite uncomfortable, not to mention that being close to the smoke is also very harmful to health. The upbringing of the child is the responsibility of the parents, but their well-being concerns everyone.

7. Do not take your child to play with another child if they are sick

At this time, be empathetic and think about whether you would like a child with the flu, for example, to have close contact with your child. Did you put yourself in the place of that other parent? Children are the most precious possessions and their parents will always do everything to keep them away from any danger. And that has nothing to do with freshness.

8. Don’t make comparisons

“Is your child still not walking? Wow, so-and-so’s son at that age was already running!” Do I need to talk about how unpleasant this is? Each child is unique, they will always have their particularities and that doesn’t mean they are better or worse than another. These types of sayings can upset parents, who end up charging or blaming themselves unnecessarily.

9. Don’t let a child hold a baby on their lap

Babies are very fragile and even many adults are afraid to hold them. In general, children are unaware of their strength and their manual skills may not be fully developed. If a child wants to hold a baby, learn to talk to them to explain why this is not a good idea. If she still insists, she puts the baby on the child’s lap, but remains in control of the situation, always with her hands between the baby and the child.

10. Don’t label someone else’s child

Do not, especially in front of the child, criticize him negatively. Saying that a child is too shy, too “mischievous” or too sly can cause trauma to the little ones, and that’s not an exaggeration. Children are very sensitive and internalize what they hear, interfering with the formation of their personalities. Not to mention that this attitude can hurt the parents of that child too.

Now you know, every time you go to an event with children, save these tips and reread so you don’t get into these inconvenient situations. Remember: the well-being of children is everyone’s responsibility!