Whoever said parenting is easy never had children. Like anything else in life, expertise comes with experience, and raising kids is no different. Proper parenting takes practice, and our skills develop with time. Of course, there are steps you can take to improve your technique. The first step is to make yourself number one. If you aren't at the top of your game, what good are you going to be to anyone else?{relatedarticles}Eat right. Get enough sleep. Exercise. Consult with your physician on a regular basis. Enjoy some me time. When you're taking good care of yourself, you'll feel good... and that goes a long way. Be a role model for your children. Don't curse. Don't be cruel. Take pride in your work. Lead by example - because at the end of the day, that's what your children are going to follow.