The Daily Dad This Is A Tricky Balance
Apr 12, 2023
Discover the delicate art of maintaining parental unity while catering to the emotional needs of children. The discussion dives into the crucial impact of communication between parents and how discord can negatively affect a child's self-esteem. A lighthearted joke about kids seeking a ‘yes’ from the other parent serves as a humorous backdrop to a serious conversation about ensuring a harmonious home life.
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Backing Your Spouse
- Back your spouse or co-parent on decisions, even if you disagree.
- This prevents chaos and presents a united front to children.
United Front, Not a Wall
- A united front shouldn't silence your own or your children's voices.
- Discuss, compromise, and address issues together.
Hochschild's Parents
- Adam Hochschild's mother never disagreed with his critical father.
- This amplified Hochschild's self-doubt and made him feel unsupported.