If you’ve been on social media, you’ve probably seen more than one influencer promoting “gentle parenting” as the latest trend in childrearing. Gentle parenting is supposed to improve empathy, respect, and the child/parent bond, but it often looks to outside observers as if parents are ceding control to their kids. What’s the right interpretation of this parenting method, and, more importantly, does it work? Keep reading to take a look at the goals and outcomes of this parenting style to see if it’s right for you.
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