Gentle Parenting vs. Strong Willed Kids: A Clash of Styles
(Me, pre-kid, idealizing parenting perfection)I’m going to be the calm, patient, persistent parent. I’ll never say “no”—just gently redirect with a calm, understanding tone. When my child has a meltdown, I’ll swoop in with grace and empathy, solving every dilemma with the wisdom of a parenting guru. Sounds like a dream, right? Well, fast forward […]