Episode 6: Gentle Parenting Myth #1: You'll Have An Out-of-Control Child

In this episode, parenting author Katie Trudeau dives into one of the myths surrounding gentle parenting and Attachment Parenting.  Even though Attachment Parenting is popular, there are still a lot of myths that need debunking. One of the most prevalent myths is that you'll end up with an out-of-control child. 

In this episode, we'll cover:

1. Why this myth came to be

2. The notion that gentle parenting does not mean lax parenting 

3. What is harsh punishment

4. Alternatives to spanking/timeouts that really do work 

• Time in
• Talking 
• Redirection
• Hug it out

Resources: 

Interested in learning more about Attachment Parenting? I suggest these books: 

• The Attachment Parenting Book
• ToddlerCalm: A Guide for Calmer Toddlers and Happier Parents
• Two Thousand Kisses a Day: Gentle Parenting Through the Ages and Stages (A Little Hearts Handbook)

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