Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled Parenting Is Too Hard? Consider Editing Your Job Description
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Oct 14, 2025 Parenting can feel overwhelming, but it might be time to rethink your role. Trusting your child's abilities can lighten the load. Consistent routines foster independence and build confidence in children. Janet encourages relaxation around tough topics like eating and potty training. She emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries while nurturing emotional resilience. By stepping back, parents can allow children to showcase their skills and instincts—making parenting a more enjoyable journey!
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Prioritize Attentive, Connected Caregiving
- Attend to your child's basic needs and offer attentive, connected caregiving during feeds, diaper changes, baths, and bedtimes.
- Use these focused moments to communicate respectfully and build your child's sense of being valued and secure.
Use Predictable Routines To Build Confidence
- Develop a consistent daily routine so your child learns the sequence of events and gains confidence.
- Use predictable touch points like bedtime to help children adapt to changes and build self-discipline.
Protect Boundaries And Say No Authentically
- Set boundaries consistently and attend to your own needs so you can parent from clarity rather than guilt.
- Say no when you mean no to model authenticity and release your child from mixed messages.