In this episode we cover the four (4) main parenting styles and how they influence your toddler's learning.

I always use "labels" with a word of caution, but they can be helpful when we are learning something new or searching for a better understanding.  The quadrants are on a continuum, a kind of slider ruler. We can change according to the situation, developmental stage, number of children, outside pressure, family history and internal voice of "should's" or "could's." 

1. Permissive: No rules; absolute indulgence; "How can I say NO to you?"
2. Authoritarian: High demand & High expectation; Rules, Rules, Rules; I am the Boss
3. Neglectful: Uninvolved; careless; aloof; lack of compassion or warmth; distracted
4. Authoritative: clear boundaries; High expectation with equal reciprocal; "Can we discuss?" Assertive yet compassionate

I encourage you to be OPEN to learning and evaluating  where you are today - knowing we can always make different choices tomorrow. Let our children watch how we are willing to own our mistakes, come back to the relationship, and start again.

This modern life brings many mixed outcomes - which means we all need to be vigilant with how we show up, design and shape our days; and how we create daily habits that either support growth and expansion, or restrict it.

Do you come to the table with an OPEN - or FIXED - mindset?

How do you see your toddler in the future?

Help build his "learning muscles" by providing boundaries, clear expectations, and room to mess up without fear, guilt,  or shame.

Parenting is a learning process. Give yourself room to develop how to nurture, discipline through guidance and practice open communication.

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