Have you ever wondered what your parenting style says about your child’s confidence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing? 🤔
Maybe you’ve caught yourself thinking…💭 “Am I being too strict? Too lenient? Am I getting this right?”
The truth is, parenting isn’t about being perfect—it’s about growing alongside your child. 🌱 Research in child development shows that the way we parent directly influences how our children see themselves, navigate challenges, and build lifelong emotional resilience (Baumrind, 1967; Maccoby & Martin, 1983).
So, what kind of parent are you? And how does your approach impact your child’s growth? Let’s explore three common parenting styles.
Do You Recognise Your Parenting Style?
Authoritarian Parenting 🔴
High expectations and strict rules
Heavy reliance on punishment
Limited child input in decision-making
May prioritise obedience over understanding
👉 Impact on Children: While children raised in authoritarian households often follow rules well, they may struggle with self-trust, decision-making, and expressing their needs (Grolnick, 2003). Research suggests that overly strict parenting can lead to lower self-esteem, increased anxiety, and difficulties in social situations (Chao, 2001).
Permissive Parenting 🟡
Few rules or limits
Highly nurturing and supportive
Allows children to make their own choices with minimal guidance
Can sometimes appear more like a friend than a parent
👉 Impact on Children: Permissive parenting creates a warm and loving environment, but children raised in these settings may lack the structure needed to build resilience and self-discipline (Baumrind, 1971). Studies show that children of permissive parents often struggle with impulse control, emotional regulation, and dealing with frustration (Kuppens & Ceulemans, 2019).
Conscious Parenting 🟢
Emphasises parental self-awareness and emotional regulation
Aims to understand children’s needs and perspectives
Models positive behaviours and communication
Sets healthy limits while fostering open dialogue and autonomy
👉 Impact on Children: Children raised by conscious parents tend to develop emotional intelligence, healthy boundaries, and inner confidence (Siegel & Bryson, 2012). Conscious parenting fosters secure attachment, resilience, and problem-solving skills, helping children navigate life’s challenges with confidence and emotional strength (Perry, 2006).
✨ The Good News? You’re Not Stuck in One Style! ✨
Parenting is a journey, and with the right approach, you can raise confident, resilient kids without repeating old cycles.
So, How Do You Parent with Confidence?
It starts with:
✔️ Understanding how the way you show up affects your child’s development
✔️ Learning to set healthy, loving boundaries without guilt
✔️ Strengthening your child’s self-esteem while boosting your own confidence
And that’s exactly what we cover in my Parent with Confidence Mini-Masterclass! 🎉
💡 What’s Included?
A self-paced, in-depth masterclass designed to help you parent with confidence
Packed with valuable insights and exercises you can implement right away
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It’s like having a course of coaching at a fraction of the cost!
If you’re ready to parent with calm, clarity, and confidence—so your child grows up feeling secure, resilient, and capable—this is for you. Or if you know someone who would appreciate this, please share! 💛
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Remember: Parenting is a lifelong learning experience. Small changes lead to big transformations. 🌿
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