Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled Am I Ruining My Child With Respectful Parenting? (A Parent Consultation)
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Sep 3, 2024 A concerned mother grapples with her toddler's intense emotional outbursts, questioning if her respectful parenting approach is too lenient. The discussion highlights the importance of balancing emotional acknowledgment with assertive boundaries. Listeners learn how children's crying can signify developing empathy, while also facing societal pressures. Real-life examples illustrate the complexity of navigating public tantrums and self-doubt, emphasizing the need for parental self-care and emotional modeling to nurture a healthy parent-child relationship.
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Diaper Cream Application
- Avoid applying diaper cream during a tantrum.
- Wait until the child calms down to prevent kicking or lashing out.
Caller's Childhood Tantrums
- The caller's mother confirmed she also had intense tantrums as a child and was put in her room.
- The caller worries about replicating this, but leaves the door open when her daughter has tantrums.
Baby Empathy
- Babies often mirror crying or screaming, which may not indicate personal distress.
- It's often an early form of empathy, reflecting their caregiver's emotions.
