Tag: parenting styles
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15 Signs You Were Raised by Free-Spirited Parents
Get Pregnant Fast When my mother sees this post, she’d promptly remind me that she identified more with the beatnik movement than the hippie generation. That just goes to show how deeply rooted the counterculture spirit was in our household. Growing up, I experienced a unique lifestyle that included running around barefoot and half-dressed on…
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The 6 Types of Parents You’ll Encounter at Target
Get Pregnant Fast We all know that Target is the go-to spot for just about everything. Whether it’s a rainy day, a boredom buster, or a quick run for toothpaste and paper towels that somehow turns into a cart full of linens, snacks, and toys, Target has become a staple in many families’ routines. After…
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Embracing My Role as a Helicopter Mom
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of parenting, the term “helicopter mom” often receives a bad rap. The stereotype conjures images of overbearing mothers who hover over their children, controlling every aspect of their lives. They are seen as intrusive, and their actions can annoy both educators and those who advocate for more independent parenting…
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Why We Can’t Criticize Tiger Parents
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting styles, American parents have certainly made strides in one significant area: allowing their children the freedom to express themselves. This post-Baby Boomer generation has recognized the importance of self-expression, akin to the freedom of speech. This freedom is instrumental in shaping how younger generations in the United…
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Empowering Your Kids for a Brighter Future
Get Pregnant Fast As I stand at the threshold of my home, I observe my son pedaling his bike down the street. A few houses away, I spot two girls peering through their window, seemingly the same age as him. They don’t join in on the fun, as they aren’t permitted outside on their own.…
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Let’s Stop Judging One Another’s Parenting Choices
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, it feels like there’s a constant debate about which parenting method reigns supreme. Whether it’s the helicopter parent versus the free-range advocate, or stay-at-home moms versus working mothers, the comparisons seem endless (yawn). Each day presents us with an avalanche of parenting decisions, and let’s be honest, most of…
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When ‘Stranger Danger’ Is Actually Child Protective Services and a Curious Neighbor
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent incident that raised eyebrows, a mother named Sarah Turner found herself facing scrutiny from Child Protective Services (CPS) after a “concerned neighbor” reported that her children—a seven-year-old and a nine-year-old—were playing unsupervised at a nearby park. Sarah and her husband, David, practice what is known as “free-range parenting,” a…
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6 Absurd ‘Mommy Wars’ That Need to End in 2023
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to motherhood, one thing we can all agree on is that the so-called Mommy Wars are utterly ridiculous. Let’s face it: the term itself is condescending. It conjures up images of overly polished parents engaging in petty squabbles about the most trivial aspects of parenting. Despite our collective disdain…
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8 Types of Moms You’ll Encounter on a Moms’ Getaway
Get Pregnant Fast This past weekend, I experienced something more elusive than a good night’s sleep with a toddler in the house. Seven of my closest mom friends and I managed to escape our daily routines for a much-needed getaway. Sure, the “escape” was only a short 15-minute drive to a hotel downtown, but it…