04 Gentle Parenting: the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
01/21/25 • 36 min
Gentle parenting is a parenting style that emphasizes empathy, respect, and connection with children. Social media is full of influencers and “experts” explaining how to use loving and proactive techniques with kids rather than harsh or reactive ones. Sounds great, right? Well, the problem is that many promises of this movement don’t pan out or provide the balance children need. As Ben and Jessica find today, there are many respectable consequences from this movement but also some devastating ones that have emerged over time.
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Gentle parenting is a parenting style that emphasizes empathy, respect, and connection with children. Social media is full of influencers and “experts” explaining how to use loving and proactive techniques with kids rather than harsh or reactive ones. Sounds great, right? Well, the problem is that many promises of this movement don’t pan out or provide the balance children need. As Ben and Jessica find today, there are many respectable consequences from this movement but also some devastating ones that have emerged over time.
Become an informed, inspired, and confident parent through our resources, live events, and vibrant online community: https://www.balancedfamilies.com/
Our Bestselling Childbirth Course: https://www.balancedfamilies.com/birth-class-for-couples
Get Your Baby (& yourself) More Sleep: https://www.balancedfamilies.com/baby-sleep
For Good Dads Who Want to Be GREAT: dadclass.net
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