10 things Boomers did as parents that their adult children still quietly resent
Let’s get real for a minute: parenting is hard no matter which decade you did it in. Most parents, especially those who raised kids in
Menu
Let’s get real for a minute: parenting is hard no matter which decade you did it in. Most parents, especially those who raised kids in
When my first grandchild was born, I swore I’d be the kind of grandma whose house they can’t wait to visit. Not because it’s filled
Respect looks different once your kids are grown. It’s not about them calling you “sir” or “ma’am,” or rushing to take your advice at every
The realization arrives during an ordinary Sunday dinner. Your daughter checks her phone for the third time in ten minutes. Your son’s “How was your
Growing up in a home where rules ruled everything leaves its mark—sometimes in ways you don’t even notice until adulthood. Maybe you’ve always felt a
Let’s be honest: most parents would swear they love their kids equally. And I believe them. But here’s the tricky part — love might be
Some lessons only reveal themselves at 3 a.m. with a feverish toddler or during a Tuesday morning shoe meltdown when you’re already late. If I
Feeling calm in a storm isn’t just a nice personality trait. I believe it’s a parenting strategy. Over the years (first as a dad, now
Some parents think more calls are about clever reminders or guilt trips. In my experience, it’s smaller than that. It’s how you show up—light, consistent,
Kids roll their eyes like it’s an Olympic sport. You set a curfew, ask for help with the bins, or suggest an early night—and suddenly
When our kids are little, they cling to us. They reach for our hand, follow us from room to room, and climb into our beds
Let’s be honest: tantrums can derail even a well-planned Tuesday. I’ve had a grocery run with a serene stroller nap turn into a parking-lot protest
The Artful Parent is a resource for families and educators. We help you raise creative kids with art activities, seasonal crafts, and family fun!