64 Positive Phrases To Say to Your Child Every Day

Encouragement can include noticing your child’s effort and acknowledging what they’ve done.¹ Research also suggests that the family environment, including parental warmth, can play a role in children’s self-esteem.²

As parents, we have daily opportunities to encourage our children. We are our children’s first teachers, offering lessons that reach their minds and hearts.

I firmly believe that from infancy on, what we say to our babies, toddlers, kids, or teenagers matters. A few words of love or encouragement can fit into ordinary moments, whether you’re getting ready for school, sharing a meal, or saying goodnight.

64 Positive Things To Say to Your Child Daily

Choose a few phrases that feel natural to you and fit your child’s age and the moment. You don’t need to say all 64 every day:

1. I love you.

2. You are so loved.

3. I cherish you.

4. You fill my heart with great joy.

5. I am in awe of the person you are.

6. You are treasured beyond all measure.

7. I appreciate you for being you.

8. You are infinitely valuable.

9. I admire you.

10. You are the only you on this planet. There is no one else exactly like you. That is an amazing thing.

11. I admire your perseverance. Even when it’s hard, I see you trying.

12. You are strong.

13. I love watching you go for what you want.

14. You are courageous.

15. I believe in you.

16. You are capable.

17. I hear you. I believe what you are saying, and I trust you.

18. You are incredible.

19. I see your effort and am proud of you for it.

20. You are such a great helper.

21. I noticed you were being a caring friend. I hope you always know how much that means to others.

22. You are such a special part of our family.

23. I am so grateful to be your parent.

24. You make a difference in this world.

25. You make this world a brighter place.

26. I am a better person because of you.

27. You make me want to do better and be a better person every day.

28. I am so happy to see you be yourself.

29. You will always be enough.

30. I will always be on your team.

31. You are intelligent, wise, and bright.

32. I trust your judgment.

33. You are who you are meant to be.

34. I am so proud of you.

35. You are beautiful inside and out.

36. I love spending time with you every day.

37. You inspire me with your creativity.

38. I admire how determined you are.

39. Your curiosity about the world is a special gift.

40. I am honored to be by your side on this journey.

41. Your feelings matter. I can help you work through them.

42. I am here if you want to talk. Or if you need a hug. If you need space, that is okay, too.

43. You are one of my favorite people in the world.

44. I want you to know it is okay to say no. It is okay to stand up for yourself.

45. Your choices matter, and I’m here to help you think them through.

46. I will always be here for you. I will keep you safe as best as I can.

47. You are loved and adored just the way you are.

48. I am here to guide you.

49. You are worthy.

50. I support you, and I always will.

51. Your opinion matters to me.

52. I love hearing your thoughts and ideas.

53. You are so much fun to be with.

54. Thank you for spending time with me.

55. Your dreams are a beautiful thing.

56. It’s okay to make mistakes. Everyone does sometimes.

57. Your personal best is enough.

58. I am so glad that you are exactly who you are.

59. Your kind and pure heart is a gift to many.

60. You make every day unique.

61. I am so lucky to call you my child.

62. Nobody could ever replace you.

63. Thank you for being you.

64. Nothing will ever change how much I love you.

The words we say can become part of the voice our children carry with them. Start with a phrase that sounds like you, and let your child hear it in the moments you share.

Related reading:

• Ways to Help Our Children Build Self-Esteem
• Teaching Kindness to Your Child