You want to give your child independence but don’t want them to skip their childhood. Here’s how to strike the perfect balance…
Wanting your toddler to be independent should be the ultimate goal for every parent,” says Valerie Outram, from Parentline Plus. “But unfortunately as your toddler grows she’ll come across things you don’t like and you’ll feel like you want to protect her from anything that’s unsuitable,” adds Valerie.“It’s important to accept that you can’t shield your toddler from everything, no matter how hard you try. Instead help prepare her by encouraging independence and resilience and as she gets older help her to think for herself.” It can be an ongoing battle for parents who want their children to grow up but not too fast, especially when they’re showing signs of wanting greater independence. So here’s what to do when your little one wants to…
