5 Myths of Parenting: What’s a Myth You Believed and Now in Your Opinion is Debunked?

Parenting is anything but boring, the journey is long and sometimes tedious but its all worth it to see the smiles on our little ones faces. There are the times when we are less than the perfect parent and that is ok we are here for you and your little ones. Here are 7 myths some of our readers believed before they were parents and what they learned after.

Parenting is many things but there is no absolute to any part of it. People sometimes generalize what it is to be a parent, but then there are those days good or bad that a parent will think is this normal or they had always heard that it should be a certain way at a certain age. We all know every child is their own whole person with their own personality and temperament. Its true that children follow a similar path but never to a tee. If you ever feel that your child may be having some delays don’t hesitate to talk to your healthcare provider. We would love to hear the myths you believed before you were a parents and what you learned after.

Myth 1: Parents who have a loving warm parenting style spoil their kids. Truth: Kids who grow up feeling loved tend to be more cooperative than those who are neglected or belittled. Having a balance of being strict and too lax is crucial so that your child knows what’s expected of them and allows them some independence.

Myth 2: The most expensive and newest toys are better for your child brain development. Truth: Stimulating your child’s creativity and imagination will help their brain development. Books ,balls and blocks are a great way to stretch their imagination and help them with small and large motor skills. Always watch out for choking hazards. Keeping it simple can show you how creative they can be, many parents suggest giving your child an empty box the bigger the better.

Myth 3. Parenting skills come naturally. Truth: When becoming a parent both women and men go through natural changes physically as well as mentally to be able to bond, nurture, and communicate with their babies, with that said parenting is still a learned skill. Many voices can be heard telling parents it’s all instinct but as we evolve so do our brains. Taking in these facts we have to know that roles of parenting are now flexible, This means that both men and women can readily learn the skills required for child-rearing. 

Myth 4: Having a Full Schedule Means A Fulfilled Child. Truth: Keeping your child going all day everyday with different activities may be burning them out wich means they are not truly learning and enjoying what they are doing. Finding a balance between structured activities and free time is crucial for healthy development. Down time is ok it gives your child to figure out what they like and what they want to pursue.

Myth 5: Clean plates mean healthy appetite. Truth: Having a healthy relationship with food helps your child become a healthy adult. Many parents use to think their child had to eat everything they were served but research by registered dietitians show that children should be encouraged to pursue a healthy lifestyle, rather than focusing on weight. Try not to pressure your child when it comes to eating. Helping your child build a positive relationship with food involves trust. Trust in your child to finish their meal when they are full and eat more when they are hungry. Force feeding or restricting food intake can turn mealtimes into a battle ground.