Tag: discipline
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Mom Disciplines Entitled 13-Year-Old with a Powerful Letter
Get Pregnant Fast A frustrated single mother, tired of her son’s entitled behavior, decided it was time to lay down the law. After her son, Jake, began earning money from his YouTube channel, his attitude shifted dramatically, leading to tension at home. Following a particularly disrespectful exchange, Jenna Thompson felt it was necessary to deliver…
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I Spoiled My First Child, But I Refuse to Make the Same Mistake with My Second
Get Pregnant Fast It’s 6 p.m., and my living room looks like a tornado hit it. My 4-year-old has unleashed a whirlwind of toys, from superhero figurines to an entire art supply collection scattered across the floor. Just when I ask him to help tidy up, he dramatically flops down and whines, “Mommy, I’ve never…
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Has the Decline in Spanking Contributed to Increased Crime Rates? Not at All.
Get Pregnant Fast When I was expecting my first child, I stumbled upon a heated debate on a community parenting forum about spanking. I’ve never been a proponent of spanking, nor was I raised in a household where it was practiced. Yet, given its prevalence, I wanted to delve into the perspectives of those who…
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Finding Balance Through the Power of ‘No’
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent of two little ones aged 2 and 3, I quickly discovered the chaos that can come with such a close age gap. All parents face their own challenges, but it often feels like our struggles are the toughest—after all, we’re the ones living them. I found myself overwhelmed by…
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Time-Outs: An Overrated Approach to Discipline
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting, I prefer to rely on my instincts rather than adhere to strict philosophies. This means I co-slept and breastfed my children well beyond the typical ages because it simply felt right. At the same time, I’ve allowed them to indulge in screen time that could be considered…
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The Day I Faced Arrest for My Parenting Choices
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is a complex journey, and while I strive to be the ideal mother, I often find myself navigating a middle ground that feels uncertain. I may not embody the mother I aspire to be, but I am certainly not repeating the patterns of my own upbringing. My parenting style exists in…
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I’m Not Your Child’s Bestie: The Reality of Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast By: Jenna Thompson Date: May 17, 2023 Let’s face it, if your kids are upset with you, you might just be doing your job right. In her latest vlog, parenting expert Tara Lee candidly shares her thoughts on the often rocky relationship between parents and their children. You might remember her from…
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I’m Over the Excuses for My Toddler
Get Pregnant Fast We all have that one friend who constantly needs justification. “He’s usually not like this,” or “You’ll get to know his quirks eventually,” or “He has a unique sense of humor.” Eventually, it becomes clear that, despite your friendship, those explanations start feeling excessive. Perhaps it’s time for that person to own…
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Striking the Right Balance in Parenting: Finding the Ideal Discipline Approach
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I’ve been labeled everything from a stringent disciplinarian to someone who lets their children get away with too much. I’ve faced disapproving glares from onlookers when my kids throw tantrums in public, and I’ve given in to their demands at times, only to regret it later. I’ve even noticed…
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Tiger Mom’s Contract With Her Adult Daughters Sparks Controversy
Get Pregnant Fast In recent news, Amy Chua, famously known as the “Tiger Mom,” has made headlines once again by requiring her adult daughters to sign a rather strict contract before they can enjoy a summer stay at her New York City apartment. Years ago, Chua gained notoriety for her book that advocated a tough-love…