Tag: boundaries
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Why I Don’t Treat My Well-Behaved Teenager Any Differently When It Comes to Discipline
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting, the question often arises: Do well-behaved teenagers still require rules and boundaries? You might be wondering, what defines a “good” kid? For me, it all comes down to my daughter’s actions. How often does she tell the truth? Has she encountered trouble at school? What is her…
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This Fifth Grade Girl is the Ultimate Expert on Setting Boundaries
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of parenting, it often feels like we’re left navigating a maze of social interactions and emotional challenges. Thankfully, we have shining examples like one fifth-grade girl who has become a viral sensation for her bold stance on personal boundaries. Meet Mia, the new role model we didn’t know we…
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Mastering the Art of Saying ‘No’ in Three Simple Sentences
Get Pregnant Fast We’ve all faced those moments when requests and opportunities seem to flood in, while our personal bandwidth is already stretched thin. Whether it’s volunteering for your child’s school event or taking on extra projects at work, the pressure to say yes can be overwhelming. Often, we feel guilt creep in, compelling us…
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Family Connections from Afar: Navigating Family Time at a Distance
Get Pregnant Fast When I attended university and graduate school nearly 700 miles from home, I never anticipated that it would lead to a life so far removed from my family. My partner, Alex, found himself in a similar situation, studying 400 miles away from his close-knit relatives. We both thought we’d eventually return home,…
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Dear Kind Stranger: Please Refrain from Rewarding My Child’s Misbehavior
Get Pregnant Fast Last weekend, I took my little ones for bagels after swim class, and as we approached the front of the line, my toddler spotted some cookies displayed at the counter. I braced myself for the inevitable. “Cookie!” he exclaimed, his finger pointing wildly. “Cookie! COOKIE!” I took a deep breath and calmly…
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Letting Go of Postpartum People-Pleasing
Get Pregnant Fast Ah, the joys of new motherhood! Just as I’m navigating the chaos of bleeding and sore, leaking breasts, I get a text: “Can I come over to see the baby?” Seriously? We haven’t caught up in ages, but of course, now is the perfect time for that visit! It’s as if people…
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6 Strategies for Nurturing Kind and Respectful Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be a challenging journey, especially as children transition into middle school. The emotional ups and downs, coupled with the increasing social pressures, can leave parents feeling overwhelmed. While my own kids are still young—ages 2 and 5—I often think about the parents of preteens navigating this complex stage. It’s a…
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9-Year-Old Faces Threat of Sexual Harassment Charges for Love Notes
Get Pregnant Fast In an unusual incident that raises questions about boundaries and communication among kids, a 9-year-old boy in Florida has been confronted over his persistent love notes to a female classmate. This young boy, whose identity has been kept private due to his age, has been writing notes expressing his feelings for a…
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Establishing Boundaries with Grandparents: It’s Not About Being Ungrateful
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting, establishing boundaries is a fundamental right, regardless of how much help grandparents provide. Many parents find themselves incredibly fortunate to have grandparents who step in, whether it’s for occasional date nights or regular childcare while they work. However, what should you do when those well-meaning grandparents cross…
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Teaching My Daughter About Boundaries Through ‘Free to Be You and Me’
Get Pregnant Fast In our cozy kitchen, my three-and-a-half-year-old daughter, Lily, stands beside me, her little fists clenched and her expression brimming with intensity reminiscent of a young Holly Hunter. As my partner, Alex, cooks dinner, I find myself recounting a frustrating encounter from earlier—a moment when someone didn’t quite grasp my point during a…