Tag: modern parenting
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Study Reveals Cell Phones Aren’t the Main Distraction in Parks: Can We Ease Up?
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, you know the drill. If you hover too closely over your child at the playground, you’re labeled a “helicopter parent.” Yet, if you pull out your cell phone while they’re scaling the jungle gym, you’re suddenly criticized for not being present and not ensuring their safety. It feels like…
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Wave Goodbye to Helicopter Parenting and Welcome Drone Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast In a fascinating twist on traditional parenting styles, a dad from Tennessee took the concept of helicopter parenting to new heights—literally. When his 8-year-old daughter, Lily, expressed a desire to walk to school independently, Mark Reynolds, a tech-savvy video production specialist, decided to track her journey using a drone from the comfort…
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Why Parenting Studies Make Me Want to Scream
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting advice is a curious thing. I quickly learned that soliciting advice is like rolling out a welcome mat for unsolicited opinions about my parenting choices. “Hey, Aunt Carol, how did you get your kids to sleep at night?” “Oh, that’s useful…and while we’re at it, please share your thoughts on my…
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Bribery: The Parenting Strategy I Can’t Live Without
Get Pregnant Fast I don’t spank my daughter, and I rarely raise my voice around her. Is she an angel? Am I the perfect mom? Absolutely not. The secret to maintaining a calm household? Bribery. While some may frown upon this approach, I believe you’re missing out if bribery isn’t an essential tool in your…
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Please Stop Criticizing Millennial Parents for Their Choices
Get Pregnant Fast As I was scrolling through my social media feed, I stumbled upon a post that quickly went viral. It featured a silver-haired gentleman clad in a suit, wearing a self-satisfied grin, with the bold headline: “Expert Claims Parents — ‘You’re Doing It All Wrong.’” This narrative isn’t unique to one individual; it…
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YouTube Toy Unboxing Videos: A Modern Obsession for Kids
Get Pregnant Fast It all began quite innocently. My little one developed an obsession with a popular animated series. To buy myself a moment of peace while I prepared dinner or took a shower, I turned to YouTube, searching for videos related to his favorite show. Before I knew it, he was captivated by those…
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Let’s Stop Expecting Parents to Be Available 24/7
Get Pregnant Fast A photo has recently circulated online, showcasing parents engrossed in their phones while their children sit nearby. The image was shared on social media with the hashtag #modernparenting, featuring two kids nestled between their parents on a subway in NYC, both adults seemingly absorbed by their screens. The reactions to this snapshot…