In the world of parenting, the latest trend seems to be “Free-Range Parenting.” Apparently, we’ve been hovering over our kids so much that they’ve become a bit dysfunctional, and now we’re all about giving them some space to figure things out on their own. Honestly? I’m just too busy to be a helicopter parent.
I find myself naturally adopting a free-range approach, mostly due to my constant state of disorganization. And you know what? I’m totally okay with that! I can already picture the day when my kid uses my makeup collection and the bathtub as their very own science lab to discover a cure for cancer. If my kids are occupied—without my constant involvement—then I’m one happy parent.
Let’s be real: I love my kids, but I also believe in giving them room to think, breathe, and dream. I’m not the mom who plays with them; rather, I’m the one who observes from a distance, sipping coffee and crafting endless to-do lists that I never actually complete. But hey, it’s the thought that counts, right? Just by bringing them into this world and providing them with organic snacks—like those delicious Cheddar Bunnies—I feel I’ve done my part.
Now, this whole concept of free-range parenting means we’re supposed to schedule time to not supervise our children. Cue the laughter. We’re meant to designate screen-free periods so our little ones can let their imaginations run wild in the backyard while we stand by, fretting over the possibility of minor injuries. It’s quite the balancing act, especially when we’ve got our own lives to manage.
Unlike some parents, I find myself needing to schedule time to actually keep an eye on my kids. I work from home full-time, while my partner runs a business, and let’s not forget my essential hobbies like online shopping and sneaking candy in the pantry.
So if my kids are joyfully running around, wreaking havoc with bubble wands while I lounge in a chair sipping coffee and thumbing through Elle Décor (because variety is key), then go ahead and call Child Protective Services. I’ll just explain that I’m practicing free-range parenting, and science supports it! In fact, if they want to take my kids for a while, I wouldn’t mind a solid babysitter.
Just to clarify, my kids do eat organic snacks, so at least I’ve got that covered!
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In conclusion, I embrace free-range parenting, not out of ideology, but simply because my life is a whirlwind of work and chaos. As long as my kids are safe and happy, I’ll continue to enjoy my coffee and the occasional bubble wand battle from a safe distance.