Mar 25, 2025

Parenting rules that are okay to break, once-in-a-while

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Co-sleeping with your kids

While don't make it a habit, it is absolutely okay to let your kids sleep with you

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Talking back

While kids should not shout at their parents, it is okay for them to put their point across, gently

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Force-feeding a child

Instead of force feeding your child, let them come around when they are hungry (they will)

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No screen-time

Instead of banning screens completely, set a time limit. Else, they will access it through a friend

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Bed time

While on weekdays, the kids should go to bed at a fixed time, let go a little on weekends

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Taking their own decisions

While it is okay to guide your child, it is important that he/she makes his/her own decisions

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Hugging someone

Your child should not be forced to hug anyone - not even family members if he/she is not comfortable

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Spending time away

While you should be there for your child, it is also okay to spend time away with them, every once in a while

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Displaying attention to your spouse

It is okay to show affection to your spouse in front of your child. In fact, it is good for the child

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