Recently,parentsandteachersshared the modern parenting methods that they think are doing more harm than good.
Here’s how it will work.
Cool, let’s get into all the opinions below:
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“The ‘parent principal.’
This parent believes they have seniority and superiority over the teacher.
They expect the teacher to meet their every request or demand.
Then CC all appropriate people.”
Once, I called a parent about their son’s behavior.
They responded appropriately to what I said and how I said it and matched me with energy and understanding.
(Now, as to what she did, I don’t know.
But it worked.)
This builds better rapport and relationships between all concerned."
“Letting the internet raise our kids.
“God, so many [parenting tactics] drive me up a wall.
All because the parent can’t or won’t look into options for childcare.
We are a LIBRARY, not a babysitter (I could get paid more to be a nanny/babysitter!!
But I don’t want that, lol).
Yet people drop their kids off with us and leave them here all day.”
They just spend their whole time on Roblox.
Most of them barely listen to our rules; they scream, yell, and run.
They really do not understand NO and not getting what they want.”
Children’s librarian for 8 years, 34
“There are very few.
“Unparenting/friending your child.
Being a ‘cool parent,’ or the ‘yes parent.’
Children are having major emotional regulation problems because parents shelter them from negative experiences and point fingers at others.
They don’t learn to be accountable for their actions.”
Educator and childcare professional for 20 years, 45
“Positive parentingand the family functioning model.
It’s not authoritarian or passive.
Children and families work on building core values, communication, respect, integrity, and accountability.”
People and children need to learn how to have an educated conversation and exchange ideas in a respectful way.
“I think paying attention to a childs social and emotional well-being is important- especially in this tech-based society.
These kids have to face challenges with the negative impacts of technology that we never had to.
Im happy that mental health is something that is widely talked about and accepted (generally).”
“I have just finished my last year of teaching, although I didn’t plan it that way.
As a mother, grandmother, teacher, and nurse, I’ve seen it all.
Their children learn to be accountable for and accept the consequences of their own choices.
They do not expect constant rewards for ordinary civil behavior.
My grown children have very different parenting styles, and it shows.
“The ‘do nothing’ parent.
No interest, no parenting, no responsibilities, no consequences.”
If the parent has checked out, the kid is out, too.”
“Honestly, the gear usage is the worst part.
They didn’t even want to color.
Students practically go through withdrawal when we ask them to put their phones down.”
“I do love that we are trying to be more understanding of theemotionsof little ones.
“I firmly disagree with giving rewards to children for doing what they should already be doing.
Example: ‘I’ll buy you a video game if you make your bed.’
I hear students say, ‘What do I get if I do my work?’
They don’t like hearing an education!
They want a material prize.”
Real growth happens when you challenge yourself.”
“Students are not responsible or accountable for their actions.
Parents usually have an excuse ready.
This is unhealthy for the child.
They will not be ready for the world of work or following the law.
Who will defend them when caught cheating in college or when they break a law?
They are not allowed to behave as if they are the only child that matters.
They are taught compassion and empathy.
“Giving kids a phone without monitoring it!
Apps from companies such as Bark can help parents sift through it all.
“Building experiences as a family (museum trips, state/national parks, etc.)”
“Lack of disciplinary measures from parents and lack of manners from children as a result.
“Parents not partnering with teachers on their child’s education.
Education needs to be a three-way street between parents, children, and teachers.
Otherwise, it just won’t work.”
“Parents who apologize and are willing to admit they made a mistake.
And finally:
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Parenting and child development content has an impact regardless of who creates the videos or infographics.
This is really lacking when filtering your content and who you are following.”
Note: Some responses have been edited for length and/or clarity.
