2006-10-01 09:50:13 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
I would consider myself a mix of the two...fair but firm.
Sorry..didn't read the question fully. I'm a dad...
2006-10-01 09:51:19 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes I can be a pushover and sometimes I am a tyrant. I try to be fair with them which usually means a warning and counting to 3 and if they don't stop the behavior they get punished. Occassionally, though if they've had a bad day I'll be a little less likely to punish. If they're putting themselves in immediate danger I tend to flip out.
2006-10-01 16:56:02 · answer #2 · answered by Jennifer F 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I am a mix of the two. Some things I just don't tolerate at all(picking on each other, lying) but other "bad" behavior(getting rowdy inside, being loud) I sometimes overlook. It also depends on them being tired, hungry, that kind of thing. I would want someone to cut me some slack if I'm tired!
2006-10-01 17:04:16 · answer #3 · answered by jenn_a 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use to be a pushover. I realized that what I allow or don't allow will have a huge impact on their adulthood. So, now I am firm but understanding.
2006-10-01 16:57:34 · answer #4 · answered by hyhonline 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A tyrant. My kids KNOW when they're bad
2006-10-01 17:18:25 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well i dont just go off the wall. I usually tell them that if theyre going to act up then theyll miss out on more fun activities. After that, All ANGELS!
2006-10-01 16:53:23 · answer #6 · answered by ~florida-girl~ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i get all calm and take control. I suddenly become very patient as i am big into emotional and mental health. I don't push over, and i don't become a bully, I am all 'that is your choice, and this is the result'.
Ok ok , sometimes i lose it, especially when pms ing. But not often do I get angry.
2006-10-01 16:53:09 · answer #7 · answered by Tia S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Little of both...mostly tyrant though. They know how to work ol' mom.
2006-10-01 23:46:48 · answer #8 · answered by 5150 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when your kids act up, you should be an authoritative parent. You should remain calm, tell them what they are doing that is bothering you and what the consequences will be if they continue....if they continue follow through on the consequence....Your children will respect you and no damage to their self esteem will ensue or yours.
2006-10-01 17:23:27 · answer #9 · answered by Victoria 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Firm but fair, I usually make the punishment fit the crime. True mistakes are forgiven and encouraged not to repeat.
2006-10-01 16:52:30 · answer #10 · answered by housemouse62451 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋