As the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve, families around the world embrace the opportunity for a fresh start. New Year’s resolutions offer a chance to reflect on the past and set intentions for the future. While individual resolutions are common, setting goals as a family can strengthen bonds and create a supportive environment for personal growth. After all, resolutions are typically easier to stick to when there is strength in numbers.
New Year’s Resolutions For The Whole Family
Whether it’s prioritizing quality time, embracing healthy habits, or practicing open communication, resolutions can set the stage for a fulfilling and harmonious year ahead. Wake Forest Pediatrics has put together six New Year’s resolutions that the whole family can embrace for a happier and healthier year ahead.
- Prioritize Family Time
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it’s easy for family members to get caught up in their individual routines and responsibilities— even if you’re all under one roof. This year, make a commitment to prioritize quality family time. Schedule regular family nights, whether it’s a movie night, a game night, or a simple dinner together. Turn off electronic devices and create a dedicated space for open communication. By consciously spending time together, families can strengthen their connections and create lasting memories.
- Get Active
There’s a reason why exercising always tops the list of popular New Year’s resolutions. Getting daily exercise is a necessity for good health, but working out doesn’t have to feel like a chore, especially when you get the family involved. Get the whole family up and moving by starting a new sport or activity together. Depending on what each member of your family is interested in, there could be a variety of sports that you get together and play for a couple of weeks before moving on to the next one. Exercising as a group allows you all to hold each other accountable, while sports and activities are fun ways to get moving.
- Limit Screen Time
With phones, computers, and TVs all competing for our attention, it can be difficult to take a break from the screens in our lives. While children may seem obsessed with their devices, parents can be just guilty. This year, make a pact as a family to spend less time scrolling and more time being present. This resolution is the perfect addition to others on this list because you can fill the absence of screen time with a different activity, like games, sports, or cooking as a family.
- Volunteer As A Family
Volunteering as a family brings everyone together while achieving a new perspective on life. Making a difference in your community is a resolution for your whole family that will benefit all parties involved. Not to mention, it can teach your children a great deal about social skills and a sense of community responsibility
- Practice Open Communication
Effective communication is the foundation of strong family relationships. Make it a resolution to practice open communication within the family. Create a safe space where every family member feels heard and understood. Schedule regular family meetings to discuss concerns, share updates, and make decisions together. By fostering open communication, families can address challenges more effectively and create an atmosphere of trust and support.
- Stay Up To Date On Well-Visits
To make sure you and your family members are staying on top of your personal health, it is important to stay up to date on your well-visits. Well-child care is one of the many services offered by Wake Forest Pediatrics. These visits focus on many different aspects of your child’s growth and development. Our comprehensive approach focuses on teamwork and open communication with patients and parents.
Wake Forest is a multi-provider pediatric practice with locations in Wake Forest and Knightdale. We strive to improve patient care by strengthening the patient-doctor relationship, providing open communication, and working as a team for a comprehensive approach to medical care. If you are choosing a pediatrician and have questions about our practice, call our Wake Forest office at 919-556-4779 or our Knightdale office at 919-266-5059 to make an appointment.
