Why does the kid who was left to work through their own emotions function better in this situation
and in life?
refer to a parent who hovers over a child in a way that hampers the child’s ability to learn and grow a
Child Development Experts
Helicopter Parent
You may be a Helicopter Parent if...
1) YOU ANSWER FOR YOUR KID
Do you find yourself speaking for your child? "She prefers milk to orange juice"
2) YOU DON'T LET YOUR KIDS FAIL
Do you run to their rescue anytime things aren't going their way?
3) YOU REFEREE YOUR KID'S BATTLES
Jumping in to moderate every little spat and conflict between your children and others will restricts your child’s ability to learn valuable conflict resolution coping skills.
4) YOU DON'T SWAY FROM ROUTINES
5) YOU DON'T ALLOW YOUR KID TO TAKE RISKS
(This may look scary to you)
Luckily, there are simple ways to slowly
STOP HOVERING
You can change and Raise
Confident, independent, resilient, and emotionally healthy kids
Empower
&
Guide
Your child by making these simple parenting changes