discuss How do you balance pampering your kids and disciplining them/being firm?

[Kross]

I always think about myself as a parent. I think I would pamper my kids to a fault. I take my little niece for instance. Anything she wants that would make her happy, I give it to her. Toys, candies, tablet. She just has to make a demand and big uncle would get it. If not now, then later. My parents say that I pamper the girl too much and I am spoiling her.

How can a parent or guardian balance pampering his or her kids and being firm to discipline them?

 

[Fidelia1]

As a parent, you have to understand that if you don't discipline your child, you are doing him more harm than good, no matter how much you claim to love him or her with so much pampering. Show love to your child but don't it be extreme to the point that a child would make unnecessary demands and you would be pressured.

 

[Zani]

As a parent, you have to understand that if you don't discipline your child, you are doing him more harm than good, no matter how much you claim to love him or her with so much pampering. Show love to your child but don't it be extreme to the point that a child would make unnecessary demands and you would be pressured.

That is exactly the point! Once they are in the wrong, disciplining them should be the next thing. My only worry is when we try to overdo it at the end of the day.

 

[lens]

It's a little difficult to balance between showing love and discipline or probably setting boundaries for your children. It is not good to spoil them rotten, likewise being too firm or strict is not good either as they will feel unloved. I think the way out is to teach them the value of hard work rather than just to give them everything they want.

 

[Apsara]

Balancing pampering and discipline with kids means showing love and support while setting clear boundaries. I believe it’s important to celebrate their achievements and make them feel valued, but also to be consistent with rules and consequences. This balance teaches respect, responsibility, and security.