Ep #102 | Making Your Own Rules in Parenting

Published: Sept. 4, 2018, 7 a.m.

Going against the grain in parenting can be difficult.

I'm talking about why I think we all should be making our own rules in parenting. I share why I'm passionate about raising independent and resilient adults, what's influenced my view on that, and how I'm implementing it in real life.

I also give some examples of how the American culture and our school environment can make it difficult to stick to your own rules sometimes.

I share a vulnerable story of my own where other moms questioned my decision. I hope it helps you to feel stronger in making and sticking to your own parenting decisions.

Highlights:

  • Why I think there is no one way to parent
  • The rules and philosophy I'm trying to implement with my kids
  • Two books that have influenced how I think about parenting
  • The specific actions I've taken to change some behavior in our family
  • Examples of difficult situations I've encountered by going against the grain of our community
  • How you can feel confident in making and implementing your own parenting rules

Resources:

Achtung, Baby by Sara Zaske
How to Raise an Adult