Tag: discipline
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6 Ways I’m Messing Up This Parenting Journey
Get Pregnant Fast Every day, I find myself questioning whether I’m truly capable of being the parent my kids need. Sure, it’s a common concern among parents, but the pressure to be some sort of idealized figure can be overwhelming. I used to think of parents as these flawless beings, always composed and wise. But…
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Why I Stopped Using Spanking as a Parenting Tool
Get Pregnant Fast I grew up in a culture where spanking was the norm, nestled in a small southern town. As a child, I understood that if I went astray, I better be clever about it, or risk a painful consequence. Although I didn’t find myself in trouble too often, the few times I did…
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Our Kids Don’t Realize How Good They Have It
Get Pregnant Fast As I chat with my friend Sarah, I can’t help but reflect on the parenting journey. “Isn’t it funny how every generation thinks their kids are spoiled?” I ponder aloud. My son has never experienced the kind of yelling that makes your heart race and your skin crawl. To him, a stern…
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7 Ways I’m Raising My Kids Differently Than I Was Raised
Get Pregnant Fast I once believed my childhood was picture-perfect, but becoming a parent opened my eyes to the gaps in my upbringing. While I turned out alright, I recognize that my approach to parenting differs significantly from what I experienced. My husband is not like my father, and our children have their own unique…
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Navigating Parenting Challenges: When Your Kids Compare You to Others
Get Pregnant Fast Nothing gets under my skin quite like hearing my child express discontent with my parenting choices. It’s baffling how quickly they forget the countless sacrifices made on their behalf. They seem utterly oblivious to the midnight feedings and soothing moments spent in their nursery, surrounded by stuff that, let’s be honest, they…
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I Will Not Stand for Backtalk—And My Kids Understand That
Get Pregnant Fast Eight years ago, I found myself in a familiar spot—waiting for my older kids to be released from school, with my 2-year-old in tow. This was always a challenging time; he transformed into a little menace, oblivious to my insistence on maintaining a calm environment in the quiet hallway. “You need to…
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Why I’m Tougher on My Eldest Child
Get Pregnant Fast Lately, my eldest son, Max, has been voicing his frustration about how I seem to hold him to stricter standards than his younger brother, Jake. He points out that when Jake makes the same mistakes, I’m often more lenient, giving him extra warnings and fewer consequences. I’ll admit, he’s got a point.…
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I’m the World’s Toughest Mom, and I Embrace It
Get Pregnant Fast Right now, my kids are not too happy with me. Why, you ask? Well, the reasons are endless. I’m their mother, not their buddy, and being a parent means I don’t always win the popularity contest. When they’re upset, it’s often because I’m doing my job—not because I’m trying to be their…
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Stepping Beyond My Mother’s Parenting Guidelines
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up, my mother had a plethora of rules—so many that I often felt stifled by them. Having three children meant she had to lay down the law to keep us from driving her crazy. Now, as a mother myself, I understand the need for some structure, but I’ve come to realize…
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My Child’s Know-It-All Phase: Surviving the Challenge
Get Pregnant Fast If you could see me right now, you’d notice my left eye twitching uncontrollably, and my right eyebrow has a new gray hair. Why? Because I’m currently navigating the tumultuous waters of having a child who has mastered the art of being a know-it-all, and it’s driving me to the brink. As…