Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled Dealing with Judgmental Comments about Our Parenting
May 19, 2021
A parent shares her experiences dealing with judgmental comments from family about her children's behavior. She worries about the negative impact of these mixed messages on her kids. The discussion highlights the importance of having a consistent parenting philosophy that supports respectful practices. Janet provides insights on how to navigate these external challenges while focusing on what truly matters for healthy child development.
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Let Go of Controlling Grandparents
- Let go of trying to control grandparents' old school parenting views to save your energy.
- Your modeling as primary caregivers has the most formative influence on your children.
Grandparents' Comments Stem from Love
- Grandparents' negative comments often come from love but reflect old school beliefs.
- These can cause confusing mixed messages but stem from different generational views on parenting.
Janet's Early Grandpa Conflict
- Janet experienced mild conflicts with her father-in-law about parenting styles early on.
- She desired a perfect protective bubble for her baby but learned to accept others' good intentions.
