If you think you’re the parent any child can only dream of, here’s the wake-up call! Your "perfect" parenting” is actually rearing a tiny-home grown monster, claims a new book.
Sydney psychologist Renee Mill said that parents are exhausted and stressed while trying to fulfill every demand of their kids.
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She writes that this is in a well intentioned but misguided belief that quality time means sitting on the floor playing whatever game their child wants.
Other myths include that parents must be perfect; firm discipline will quash a child's self-esteem; parenting and adult life have to be conducted separately; parents cannot deprive their kids of material goods; and that parents have to shield children from any problems or disappointments in life.
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"We are growing monsters," the Sydney Morning Herald quoted her as saying.
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1. Need to spend 'quality time'
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Veggies In, Junk Food Out- How Parents can Make Children Eat Healthy
Parents play a crucial role in shaping their toddlers' preference for fruits and vegetables, say researchers.
Parents play a crucial role in shaping their toddlers' preference for fruits and vegetables, say researchers.
3. Firm discipline will quash a child's self-esteem
4. Parenting and adult life have to be conducted separately
5. Parents cannot deprive their kids of material goods
6. Parents have to shield children from any problems or disappointments in life.
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