First love is always wonderful for all people, but something very special happens in children. Find out what it is.
Beyond the age of the children, the “first love” is almost always lived in totally defined stages that mark the development of this process. The first phase is characterized by idolatry by the person they like.
In the second stage, the tension begins to grow and the desire to want to “be close” to that “love object” appears. Finally, it is determined whether it is accepted or rejected.
Throughout this process, your child is likely to experience different mood swings, discomfort, and irritability. The best thing at the moment is that you support him by being close to him, but without being invasive.
Talk to your children
First love is a pillar in the emotional development of children. From that moment on, you begin to define your personality, you will learn to make decisions and manage emotional confusion. Don’t forget that in this process you are their guide. To support him, you just need to be empathetic with his feelings. He fosters dialogue, understands what he likes about the other, takes his feelings with respect. Teasing or taking it lightly is counterproductive. It is not about demanding, just listening and understanding.
Set limits
With the first love of children, it is difficult to set limits, the best thing is to let it flow according to what you feel always trusting in the values that you have already taught him and that will prevent you from having negative behaviors. Don’t underestimate it and don’t overprotect it. You cannot control their feelings, but you must control the encounters and discuss the reason for the “prohibitions”.