Parenting philosphy

I’m not the parent I thought I would be. I’m better. I’ve realised today how forcefully strong my parenting philosophy is. Yes…I have a philosophy. I think about it, I read about it. I’m educated and I’ve made choices to parent in the way that I do. Unashamedly.

“If your mother

-recognised your timing and rhythms, above her own at times

- let you safely express your emotions and your interests

-supported your ability to trust yourself and your own instincts

-fed you when you were hungry, not when she thought you should be fed

- listened to what you had to say and helped you make your own choices

- respected you as an individual

- allowed you to play freely and be spontaneous

then she gave you a sense of wellbeing and confidence in yourself. This can provide you with a solid foundation for the rest of your life”

KINDRED (Formerly called Byron Child)

~ by Rah on May 21, 2008.