BEYONCÉ'S NATURAL CHILDBIRTH? (MNShow 07)

[TheAKAmom]

My parents were overly strict! I couldnt have guy friends till i was 16 i couldnt date till i was 18 and note i was homeschooled by my mother. We went to bed at 7pm and when we woke we cleaned the house and took care of the farm. Ill tell you one thing i was a virgin till i was 20! Lol when i moved out on my own. I respect my parents the way they raised me was not just strict and sheltered but with love and planting seeds for my life. I thank my parents even though it was a bit over the top. :)

[MamaNaturalBlog]

@TheAKAmom Well despite all of that, sounds like you turned out to be a lovely lady :)!

[hazeldream1984]

My parents struggled because they divorced when I was 2 - so they both always wanted to be the nice guy. I hope to give my children more structure and consistency than my parents did.

[jadorelidylle]

You are so funny! Love the show! <3

[MamaNaturalBlog]

@jadorelidylle XOXO.

[BeautiifulMommy]

I grew up with very overprotective traditional mexican parents. I was not allowed to do many things or make my own decisions, even if they were responsible. My dad believed that providing for the family was enough. More importantly I wish they would have introduced me to God early in my childhood. I did like that i was fortunate to have both my parents. I will definetly raise my children inthe ways of The Lord and protect them, just not so much like my parents pritected me.

[jandrsweet]

My Parents were really strict. At times I hated it in my teen years, but i would have to say that they did there job. And now that i am married and have my own baby I have even more respect for them. And I am so thankful that they were strict with me and kept me going in the right direction. I will for sure be taking tips from my parents.

[MelindarellaKin]

My parents were wonderful! They tried their best to be fair when I was naughty, and always reminded me they cared. They may have been strict, but they were always fair. My mom and I always had special days a week to go to coffee or snack at a restaurant together. It was just us, and it was something I could count on, even when I got older.

[welly0wobbler]

Hello!

My mum was natural. Only using homeopathy, we were brought up vegan, no immunisations, but as i was her third and she was a single parent she couldn't manage breast feeding so used soya formula especially ordered in.

I have kept most of her parenting ways with my 9 month old daughter, but i have exclusively breast fed her! Which i LOVE!

Natural all the way! xx <3

[J3SSICAxoxo]

My parent's are divorced so each parent had a different style. My mother wasn't as strict, but when the rules were said they were there to stay with no excuses. My father on the other hand always seemed to be "strict" to me just because of the different styles. I will definitely be bringing up my child to know manners and enforce rules, but I will also express my love differently and be more hands-on with activities since our family hardly did anything.

[fattiecane]

I don't really know what style my parents used. I was mainly raised by my dad and step mom and I just know they loved me and always wanted what's best...even when we fought. I plan to be the same with Elsie. I want there to be a mutual trust and for her to know she can come to me for anything and I will always love her.

[thebubblelush]

What a fabulous shirt design!

My parents were hands on. If I wanted to raise goats, sew quilts, bake cookies or go bowling - they found a club, group or league for me to join. They didn't push THEIR interests on me, but supported mine instead. I plan to do the same for Hannah once she's old enough to start having a preference on activities. Until then - it's baby bootcamp and gymboree because the long naps afterwards are fabulous! :P

[OurGrandAdventure]

My parents did a great job raising me and my brother, but I wish they had been a bit more strict with me - I ended up being a bit of a wild teen! Also, my parents are quite reserved, and I wish that they had told me they loved me more while I was growing up - looking back now, I absolutely know 100% that they love me no matter what, but back then it would have been good to hear.

[barbozajj]

My mother was a loving yet strict parent =) Let's put it this way, she put the fear of God in me to the point that I was still respectful and fear of making her mad and disappointed lol until I moved out (which is when I got married) now that I have a little one we are fortunate to have her watch my son while my husband and I go to work. She is a wonderful mother, amazing grandmother and I hope to channel her mama skills with Santiago (our son)

[Looloowa74]

This may sound shallow but ur hair is gorgeous

[CooKieChiKy]

Overprotective!!! I was the only child for 15 yrs. so they drove me absolutely craZy! LoL. I hope to be as good of a parent mine were just not so overprotective!

[allnaturalmamatobe]

My parents used the attachement parenting style, I am using the same style with my 8 month old daughter. I hope I can be half of the parent both my mom and dad were (and are!)

[amygirl1983]

Suffocating, helicopter and overprotective. I didn't have confidence instilled in me as every young woman should. I want my son to be able to make mistakes and learn from them. I want him to have the confidence to make good choices for himself. I want him to know that he is a singularly magnificent person worthy of love and I plan on telling him so every day. (until he is a teenager and tells me it embarrasses him)

[buttaluv10]

My mom didn't really discipline that much when I was little...at least I can't remember that well.lol A portion of my younger years I stayed with my grandparents and so they weren't very big on disciplining me,but I learned a lot of wisdom from being around them and that taught me to value and appreciate older ones. I value the importance of disciplining and training more so than punishing. Also, I intend to have a close and open relationship with them.

[tigerlilly699]

Wierd story but my mom wasn't really a mom to me until I had kids, so I never had any disapline. She remarried after an abusive marriage to my dad and was side tracked I guess? But anyhow I did my own thing up until I got married and she just came back into my life when I had my first child 7yrs ago. I love her to death and don't hold anything against her. But now that I have children and I was pretty much on my own at 13yrs, I disapline and am a tinsy bit strict...lol

[naomrs1]

My parent's were comletely opposite in parenting styles. My mom was submissive and careless, my dad strict and negotiable. So I was always dealing with mixed feelings from the two of them. My dad was very caring and supportive, and still is to this day. I hope to be very open, negotiable, caring, understanding, supportive, and loving with my children. We practice attachment/peaceful parenting with our son!

[h09]

I had an absolutely wonderful childhood. My parents were both very accepting of my brother and I (we were both pretty strange, haha) and they allowed us to make our own decisions AS LONG AS they were responsible. They wanted us to help make family decisions and really wanted our input as we were growing up. I am definitely going to parent in this same style. It is extremely open and understanding, but not so much that the kids are out of control.

[Kristamariecurry]

My mother and father were wonderful parents. They taught us right from wrong in ways that made sense. They were protective enough that we were safe and well cared for, but let us do things and explore our natural curiosity also! The most important to me, and what shaped me to be the passionate, driven adult I am, was that they encouraged me no matter what I did. Whether it was a "live performance" of the lion king in our garage, the clarinet (that I tried for a few months in 5th grade), etc!

[LouLou230705]

For two thirds of my life my mum was a single parent. She had a way of showing us the right and wrong way to live by talking about the affects of drugs and alcohol and also how to treat others. She used to give examples of two different lives and ask "which way would you rather live?" She was very traditional in her beliefs, but not strict, she let us grow and make our own mistakes. She made sure we knew that she always put us first and thats what i want to do, but my child/ren first.

[LynBecky]

My parents were strict, but fair. All things considered I approve of their parenting. We didn't get everything we wanted, and only got toys for birthdays and holidays. They set high expectations for us in school. They also intentionally limited our activities. They wanted us to have time at home to play and imagine--we were raised on a farm! Things I'll do differently, NO spanking, boo. My parents worked A LOT. I am going to be staying home.

[jodimmples]

My parents were great at how stable they were. I was born and lived in the same house my entire life, we went to church 2 times a week, we had rules and they were to always be followed. But when it came to hugs and kisses, i can count each one of them, because neither parent broke that cycle of hard love. So with my first child (which i will meet in 4 months!) I do want that stability, but I want to make sure she gets hugs and kisses from both me and her daddy her whole life. =)

[betosrose]

My mom was not very strict with me at all. My dad was, but then again I only saw him twice a month. I plan on enforcing rules with my children, and at the same time love them and be there for them at all times.

[08sarahrangel]

I defiantly will keep god as our main focus for parenting, as my parents did. Although I do want to prepare my son for the evil he will encounter in life. My parents sheltered me, so I was a little shocked by it all. They were amazing parents and only wanted the best for me & I only hope I can be as good as they were. My mother breastfed all 4 of us & stayed home to be with us! I'm taking her wisdom with my 11 month old. He will be a 1 year old September 28th & I want to nurse for another year!

[anjomi1986]

Please enter me! My dad's philosophy was (in his words) "Respect comes from fear"...mom's was "repect comes from love". I was spanked with a belt as a child but also very nurtered, loved, and read to. My Dad really instilled a love of books in me. It was kind of confusing growing up. I want to be more even keel (spelling?) with my kids. Steady in everything and quick when a reprimand or consquence needs fallowed thru. I want my kids to feel respected and respect us in return.

[RavenMidnight911]

My mama and papa taught us too put God First, Family Second, Friends Third, and ourselves Last.

When we didn't mind we would get a half teaspoon of apple cider vineager and then get a drink of water after we calmed down. Mama alway's said Vineager will last longer than a tantrum. Our tantrums after taking a short swig of apple cider vineager; we'd be offered a glass of water and too sit. Once we finshed the water she'd explain why she did it, and too apologize; and do what we're told. {Cont.}

[RavenMidnight911]

@RavenMidnight911

To do what where told and that was done.

My dad's way - A warning, then a spanking. [ We did get a warning with the apple cider vineager too ] If we where still naughty. We got another spaking did what we where told and then where forced too write an essay.

But either way. I was raised good. Only got both things about twice. Lol. [ End ]

[lolomcgeel]

My father was an alcoholic until I was 10, I spent most nights in the van with my older brother and mom looking for him in the streets because he was getting himself in trouble. He doesn't drink anymore but he still has a very short fuse, it's always like walking on eggshells with him. My mother has always been a push over because I guess she feels guilty for making us put up with my dad, she always threatened to leave him but she doesn't have the guts. I want to to better for my child.

[mrnilufar1984]

Like my parents I try to find balance in my parenting style...

[plus1please]

My parents had strict expectations of me with things like dating, partying, drinking etc while in high school but they also were very encouraging of me to make my own choices (and mistakes). We had dinner together as a family EVERY night and did a LOT of talking. I was never tempted to "disobey" or "go wild" because I had a good relationship with them and wanted to please them.

[mum0828]

I just hope in the future me and my son have the close relationship that my mom and I share...One thing I will do differently is show more physical affection like hugs kisses and compassion even when they reach preteen and teenage ages

[Matixsmom]

I didn't have a parenting style my mom drank a lot so anything I learned from her wont be carried on I still to this day do not talk to her much, but my father was always there for us and he always seemed to be our "hero" I became a mother at such a young age that I mainly fallowed my dad's parenting styles. I still to this day think he was a little strict and I may not be that strict with my kids but who knows I may end up being as protective as my dad was. I am very blessed to have my dad here

[SqueakyRogers]

Neglect was their style.My older sister got the praise (and punishment) while my little brother got most of the attention with his ADHD and speech problems. I have even overheard my father say that I was neglected as a child, though he's never admitted it to me. I ended up having a very difficult adolescence. Thankfully I let God step into my life about a year and a half ago (around the time I started dating my fiance!) I know that I will be a more loving and nurturing mother.

[jjmb1986]

Do you use natural cleaning products?

[MamaNaturalBlog]

@jjmb1986 Yep!

[jjmb1986]

could you do a video on what products you use i am very interested! :)

[MrsAlinaG]

My parents were loving and religious so we went to church every Sunday. They emphasized education and enjoying family time together. Holidays were great, we always helped make traditional meals together and played games with cousins. I would definitely like to keep up on most of those traditions.

[gunesgun]

My mother was strict but very caring at the same time, she had bad temper at times. My dad on the other hand was more calm and was more affectionate with three of us. I think my parents did a great job raising us especially considering poverty, moving to America as immigrants and starting a new life in the new world. If I can be as good as a parent like my own-then I would applaud my self!

[AndriaInspired]

My parents parenting style was definitely all over the place. They were a bit absent- never checking on my progress at school and letting my brother and I be alone quite often. On the other hand, when they would give us the time of day, they were affectionate. Thankfully I was involved in a youth group at church & that helped me thru my teenage yrs. As a mother now, im very involved in my childs life (I home school in fact), im consistent, discipline gently & im VERY affectionate!

[chousholder]

my mom was strict with us but we knew she loved us! she was a single mom and alcoholic. she quit drinking and we started going to church which played a BIG role in our lives. i will be definitely be making sure that my children keep going to church and i will be strict so they know the rules but make sure that they feel loved and protected! i work as a nanny now so its good practice until i have my first child. hopefully soon!!! =)

[MamaNaturalBlog]

@chousholder How cool that you got to see before (alcoholic) and after (church). I bet you weren't a big drinker as a result. Nanny IS excellent practice. :).

[mickey110257]

@chousholder I had a similar upbringing. Mom was an alcoholic, very loving, she raised us real strict. In fact when we got in trouble she spanked us with an extention cord.Ouch!! Mom sent us to church with our grandmother. But later, when I was grown and left home, she gave her life to Christ. She got sober, an we had a great relationship. She was my best friend, until she past 2004. I raised my sons pretty strict, their grown now, but my daughter is 10 she is a handful, but still a delight.

[AllThingsMothering]

My parents were disciplined with me while very loose with my sister and the difference really shows. If I have learned anything it is to be WAY more consistent. By the way LOVE the shirt ;)

[jenniq4]

My parent's parenting style was not so good. Alcohol, depression and a Dad never home obviously makes parenting two children a little difficult to say in the least. With all their faults and problems, they loved us the best way they could under the circumstances. Praise only to God for cycles being broken! My husband and I have five children and strive to parent in a way that is pleasing to the Lord.

[MamaNaturalBlog]

@jenniq4 Beautiful. With God all things are possible and He can and does break chains. I've seen some old patterns in me creeping up from time to time and pray for those a lot! Sorry you had to go through a tough childhood but he brings beauty from ashes.

[kmccall08]

My parents were very loving I believe they were attachment parents but they also werent ever strict and didnt have to be I believe theyre love and me being able to talk to them kept me straight :) I want to parent my son exactly the same

[Tasya89]

My parents' parenting style was strict and loving. I think my mother and father did a wonderful job as parents and I don't feel I would change much when I develop my own parenting style!

[NaturallyThriftyMom]

I'd say my parents were in-between. They expected good grades, but let me choose my friends and do what I wanted. I think I'll be a little more structured than they were though...I think things like eating at the table together as a family are important & I wish we'd have done that growing up.

[TeamVeen]

My dad's parenting style was to to not treat me like a little kid, but to respect me and my opinions. I definitely plan on continuing that with my little girl.

[MamaNaturalBlog]

@TeamVeen Yay for daddy!

[Shannindhall]

Oh, Mama Natural the best word to describe my childhood and the "parenting style" of my mother is, disfunctional. It would take way more than 360 characters to explain. I truly have undergone personal education, spiritual growth and surrounding myself with other mom's that parent similar and take bits-n-pieces from others..not to mention Super Nanny :) I don't follow one particular parenting type I just try to live, love and most of all learn everyday while I'm raising these little citizens.

[MamaNaturalBlog]

@Shannindhall Oh, mama, I hear you! Good for you for digging deep and "parenting" yourself with good role models and sources. (I like Super Nanny. I also REALLY love Mary Poppins. I often wished she was my mom... LOL!) I love your perspective and attitude! XOXO.

[jollyjess6]

My parents were very very strict. It probably helped their cause that I lived in a town of 400 people. I was not allowed to have sleepovers or attend them till I was 13. I couldn't talk on the phone till I was 12. I think you get the idea. They were good parents because till this day I have never tried cigerettes or drugs. I didn't drink alcohol till I was 21. I will most likely be a strict parent as well. My guy is 14 months old and I just want to wrap him up in bubble wrap.

[MamaNaturalBlog]

@jollyjess6 Wow, they must have done a nice job as you didn't rebel and bust out.

[lilyroselynbrooke]

My mom was very strict about ladylike behavior because she wanted others to view my sister and I as decent, respectful girls. She sure had a way of threatening us with our lives if we ever smoked or tried drugs. She did however understand the social aspect of drinking and allowed us to have a small glass of cheap wine at dinner on special occasions probably from the time we were about 10. I did not grow up to party or drink. Even now at 28 I only have a glass of wine on special occasions.

[lilyroselynbrooke]

My mom was very strict about ladylike behavior because she wanted others to view my sister and I as decent, respectful girls. She sure had a way of threatening us with our lives if we ever smoked or tried drugs. She did however understand the social aspect of drinking and allowed us to have a small glass of cheap wine at dinner on special occasions probably from the time we were about 10. I did not grow up to party or drink. Even now at 28 I only have a glass of wine on special occasions.

[dreamflight6000]

LOL! Love these! I am very pro breastfeeding etc and would love to nurse for a year but have been struggling for over three weeks, have seen LC's and my dr. Both couldn't believe I was still nursing, calling what I have nipple trauma. I don't want to give up but I might have to. Super emotional about how I will be judged from the mommy community if I am a formula feeding mom. What would you do? How do you feel about formula fed babies?

[MamaNaturalBlog]

@dreamflight6000 Aw, hon, my heart goes out to you! I remember feeling like a failure when I had 2 drops of pitocin in my childbirth. We do what we can do! Sounds like you're doing what you can...checking out the LC, doctor, etc. Let me know what the issue is and I'll see if I can brainstorm some ideas. Is he not latching well? My first thought is you could pump and feed him through bottles. Is it a supply issue? We can talk about some remedies for that. Let me know as I'd love to help if I can.

[pinkladycms]

I grew up in a single parent household.  My mother was very loving and affectionate when I was little. Then became very strict and over-powering as I became more independent. I unlike most, was a very respectful and responsible teenager, very. Although I understand her protective instincts, I wish she would have realized that she did a great job with me. The only thing I would change from her parenting is encouraging more healthy foods. I'm studying dietetics so that's high on my list!

[khillertubes]

my parents were strict, I'd try to keep my temper more and try to be more consistent with disciplining

[brittany23lc]

I remember when I was 5 or 6 and going 1/2 days to kindergarten and seeing my mom when I got off the bus. :) My parents weren't that strict, but strict enough. They definitely instilled good morals in me. I would like be more open with my children though and possibly make sure they realize how important education(school) is and how fun it can.

[pinkladycms]

@brittany23lc Oh I agree about education! I wish I had remembered to include that in my post. It is so important and while my mother pushed that I go to college, I was really on my own with making sure I filled out applications and chose a major. I'm now 20 years old, a full time student, I work full time and take care of my own home. Maybe her absence in that area actually taught me more...

[Jlk6532]

My mother took a 6 month leave of absence with each of her kids instead of the standard 6 weeks given by her employer. I'm so glad she did this for me, and I plan to stay home with each of my children as long as we can afford. I think staying home with my daughter until she was 6 months contributing to our breastfeeding success to 13 months and never needing formula.

[misstexasdiamond]

my parents parenting style: my parents treated me a baby til i was 9 years old. i didnt dress myself nor bath myself til i was ten years old. i love it, but i will not do that to my bundle of joy on the way. i will teach my child how to start to do things on there on early so my child wont always have to depend on mommy and daddy for everything like i did.

[laceyhall1]

My parents parenting Style: My mom and dad were very attached parents..I think I slept with my parents until i was 8 lol. I am the baby of 5 and they always showed us unconditional love and support in all that we did. I have learned a great deal from my parents and I thank them for their knowledge!

[misstiav8581]

My mom was a single parent and had to do daddy's job too! She raised me and my two brothers by always teaching us to love, respect and do on to others as you will have them do on to you, that I have and will always keep. Hope to teach my children the same.

[pinkladycms]

@misstiav8581 Kudos to your mom!

[jennaw1310]

My parents parenting style... well my parents were fairly strict, and expected a lot from my sister and I as children. There are definitely things I will do different - especially to take a more holistic approach to parenting. :)

[JET2012]

My parents had 5 children and both had to work so their parenting styles weren't ideal all of the time. I will use a lot of the basic principles that they used but will find a new discipline style and be a more natural mama which they didn't do. My parents were great, 5 children and we all turned out great =) but times have changed and what parent wouldn't make changes in retrospect. I loved how we were raised and think it is even more necessary today but sometimes the execution wasn't the best.

[MommaBeiler]

my parents were not strict with me but got stricter as it went down the line... I want to treat my children all the same because I know that my brother and sister resented the freedoms I had.

[GrowingAlways]

My parents...well, they have 11 kids together, so it was crazy at times, but so much fun! Mom always did baby lead feeding and sleeping with little ones. I really appreciate her example as a breastfeeding mom- she exclusively nursed all of us, most to over a year and she was my inspiration to nurse my son. And my dad is the most hardworking person you'll ever meet! Yes, I am blessed!

[DollysVlog]

my parents did a great job! not always by leading by example but teaching me write from wrong. giving me guidance, rules and love. but also when i got older letting me learn from my mistakes.

[DollysVlog]

@DollysVlog i mean right... sorry im sick and tired...

[frowniebrown86]

My mom was more AP and affectionate thant dad so I had kind of a mix growing up. I'm much more hardcore AP than them and I want Jack to grow up feel much more secure than I did. Plus we have alcoholism in the family so he needs to best start possible :) that shirt is so cool! I'm more worried about my mommy tummy being exposed than my breasts while nursing in public lol

[fluffywanderings]

My parents were wonderful! The were loving, open, honest and very caring!! I hope not to emulate the divorce, but other than that, I saw wonderful parents and I am grateful to them in every way!

[JSSmith4273]

My parents were great parents. I wouldn't change a thing about how they raised me. I choose to raise my children with every bit of knowledge they taught me. Thanks for the giveaway. ;)

[fakecrab]

i think my parents did a great job of leading by example. they were always honest, loving, giving, and creative. we never saw them fight, swear or drink. they gave us a lot of freedom to roam and play. hopefully we'll set good examples for our children, though times have changed and i dont think there will be as much freedom to roam. my mom did breastfeed all 4 of her babies, and i'm currently breastfeeding #2 and could use a shirt like that :)

[phatNaturals]

My parents? what parents? I roamed like an alley cat by the time I was sixteen. There is nothing my single mom did that I would replicate. To prove the statistic you quoted, I was a binge drinker by the time I was 15. I am thankful that God took mercy on me and showed me a new way to live and a new way to love.

[MamaNaturalBlog]

@phatNaturals Howhooo!!! So hard to hear about your upbringing :(. So glad God lead you to life and love. He brings beauty from ashes. XOXO.

[celi03]

Ha ha child birth will be easier than a snake bite!! I was raised by my aunt but she was my parent first. I knew that if I needed something she was and is  there and I love that.

[17babaha]

I have an interesting perspective on this as I am a Mom and a Grandma (trying to win for my daughter who just gave birth to her 3rd child at nearly 40!)

My parents were loving - not outwardly affectionate. They just didn't know what to do with me, the black sheep of the family (wild flower child of the 60s :-) With my 4 daughters I tried to walk the line between friend & mom. Wound up with wonderful kids, all of whom went through a wild phase and recovered! Unconditional love is the answer!

[17babaha]

I have an interesting perspective on this as I am a Mom and a Grandma (trying to win for my daughter who just gave birth to her 3rd child at nearly 40 !

My parents were loving - not outwardly affectionate. They just didn't know what to do with me, the black sheep of the family (wild flower child of the 60s :-) With my 4 daughters I tried to walk the line between friend & mom. Wound up with wonderful kids, all of whom went through a wild phase and recovered! Unconditional love is the answer!

[GonnaBAMom1Day]

My parents parenting style is considered abuse today. I always say and I will forever say "I have the opportunity to be a better parent then my own were to me"

[ShaysMama23]

My mom didn't have a style per say , she loved us, taught us right from wrong, was/is there if we needed her, and we have mild disciplined. She was an amazing mother. I just hope my kids have as much respect and love for me as I do for my mom :)

[MamaNaturalBlog]

@ShaysMama23 Tear! :). You are blessed.

[topazbaby09]

My mother did all parenting at our house. My dad was strictly the provider and i think that was his biggest mistake. Now we dont have a relationship with him. We respect him but are more emotionally attached to our mama. I am happy my husband is doing otherwise with our son!

[doogan17]

my parents were very loving through out my growing up.....until I turned into a rebelling teenager, then it became..."tough love"...lol

[kaishness]

Your optimism is hilariously uplifting esp "if you have been bitten by a rattle snake, good news, childbirth will be a piece of cake!" LOL

[swiftfalc0n]

Tough love parenting style, although I remember the threat of Daddy's belt much more than any actual instance of it being used. They were present and loving but not smothering. I think I and my brothers would have benefited from having more one on one time with each of our parents and that's one of the things I hope to do differently. I also hope positive discipline will work for us... I'm currently reading up on the topic since our son is still *way* too young to discipline at 2 months.

[WatchJoGo]

My parents were strict with me growing up but they were also fair and I see how they were both quite necessary. I agree with Dr. James Dobson when he says that discipline should bend the will without crushing the spirit (self-esteem). He says that the purpose of discipline is to give a child the ability to control his impulses and exercise self-discipline later in life. What I am doing differently from my parents is that I am more affectionate with my son. This momma loves hugs and kisses :)

[MamaNaturalBlog]

@WatchJoGo I can relate to the momma hugs. I LOVE giving Griffin kisses and hugs and tickles. Nothing better than that :)> He's a little cuddler so I got lucky :)> XO.

[MBShrewsbury]

My mother wanted to be my "Friend" more than anything. As why I believe I became pregnant at 13.I was allowed SO much freedom to do what ever I want.

My husband's parents where SOOO strict, that he rebelled and got in serious trouble as a child. My husband and I are "trying" to find that happy medium where we can be there for our children but also be there PARENT! Make sure they understand our rules and respect them. Proverbs 22:6 Great verse.

[MamaNaturalBlog]

@MBShrewsbury Wow, what a great resource you are for each other... always balancing each other out. I hear you on the "friend" thing. NOT EFFECTIVE. Kids need limitations. It makes us feel safe to know where our boundaries are. Yes, Proverbs 22 rocks!

[tnrkustoms]

My parents let us make our own mistakes even though they knew it was a bad choice then sat us down to tell us what we could have done better.

[AyurLove]

Great episode! Made me LOL. My parents style was strict, and very hands-on but almost hyper attentive and smothering. I definitely want to be very involved like my parents were but want to allow my daughter to explore and make her own decisions and mistakes more. There is no doubt in my mind though, that my parents loved me with all their hearts and just wanted me to be happy and that is definitely something I will continue with my daughter. :-)

[MamaNaturalBlog]

@AyurLove Aw, I teared up reading your reflections. You are blessed and so is your daughter. XO.

[lizseibert2436]

my parents used the tough love parenting style. spanking, time out in the corner- according to what they were punishing me for. I am pretty much following the tough love aspect, and as a result my son doesnt scream his head off for a tiny fall, and still knows i love him b/c i tell him constantly. but I dont let my kids run the show. both my babies are on semi-strict schedules that they thrive on, they are very happy and healthy, and it works for us. the spanking thing is something i will change

[MamaNaturalBlog]

@lizseibert2436 Sounds like a nice blend or compromise from your parents.

[XxbabyhopesxX]

I was raised stern up unitl my late years of high school and I wouldnt change a thing about how I was raised but will try and go a little different approach with my kids. When my parents got lenient on me they went a little to far and I took advantage of that so I plan on staying a little stricter throughout.

[VictoriasWhispers]

I was taken from my mother at the age of ten. I had a rough childhood, but I learned everything I know about being a parent from her. She showed me how NOT to parent and, though I have no contact with her, I appreciate her for teaching me how not to be. It's a little unconventional, but I have the most beautiful three-year-old daughter and she's the love of my life!

[MamaNaturalBlog]

@VictoriasWhispers Aw, way to take adversity and have a good attitude about it! Sounds like you've come to a place of peace and acceptance which is so important for our sanity :). My parents were definitely not perfect... I learned from their mistakes just as I'm sure Griffin will learn from mine. (Hard to think I will make mistakes with him :( but I am human after all...) XO.

[internetcases]

I thought you were going to say that being a parent causes that person to binge drink.

[MamaNaturalBlog]

@internetcases LOL! Some days it's very tempting :).