Sadly, this is very true. Each family is on their own, and you aren’t going to be able to count on the herd to protect you from having to make tough calls.
Parenting involves doing a lot of things that will probably be wildly unpopular with your children if you are taking your responsibilities seriously.
Remember, as a parent you have a specific role. That role is not to be a friend to your child, but rather to be a parent. Making these roles clear with everyone involved is what makes it possible to parent effectively and still be on good terms with your child.
Parenting involves doing a lot of things that will probably be wildly unpopular with your children if you are taking your responsibilities seriously.
Remember, as a parent you have a specific role. That role is not to be a friend to your child, but rather to be a parent. Making these roles clear with everyone involved is what makes it possible to parent effectively and still be on good terms with your child.