I am stricter, expect kids to behave. She gives in on everything, buys new toys everyday. Kids need love, discipline, rules, guidelines. She forces religion down his throat but he behaves like a spoiled brat.
2006-11-13 05:13:13 · 6 answers · asked by T C 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
Dad & I have different parenting styles as well, but we have come to an agreement on certain issues that we feel are important. For example, sleep schedule (nap and bedtime), eating habits (avoid fast food) discipline (how we respond to various behaviors, either taking away something or "no", etc)
These are just a few...with a lot of other things we just have to let each other be the parent we want to be.
What you and your wife need to do is sit down and discuss those topics that are important to each of you and how you want to handle those situations.
Good luck!!
2006-11-13 05:26:56 · answer #1 · answered by seaelen 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't feel alone, parenting is hard, no one ever said being a good parent is easy, and the hardest thing about it is getting both parents to agree on a course of action. The best thing you can do is sit down as a couple and agree on the rules for the benefit of your child. You need to find a middle ground you both can live with, that is appropriate for you child. Don't play the blame game, start fresh and agree to a course of action to correct the undesired behavior.
2006-11-13 05:31:24 · answer #2 · answered by Brian K² 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Discipline has to come from both parents or the kids will pick up on it and pit the two of you against each other. It sounds like a serious discussion is in order. Good luck.
2006-11-13 05:34:03 · answer #3 · answered by Miriam Z 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with everyone else. Sit down with her and talk to her about it. You two need to find some middle ground when it comes to raising your child. And getting to play the good guy should be as equal as playing the bad guy.
2006-11-13 05:50:27 · answer #4 · answered by chaoskittyx 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think religion has anything to do with it. I think it's just a lack of discipline. I think you should sit down with your wife and talk it out. Figure out a plan and stick to it. The parenting should be equal. It shouldn't be "..well I'm the disciplinarian and she's the loving parent who buys the toys.."
2006-11-13 05:17:32 · answer #5 · answered by CelebrateMeHome 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
talk to your spouse about it my husband and i have very different parenting styles too he is really laid back and i am quite strict we have talked about it and we have been working towards an easy medium
2006-11-13 05:17:37 · answer #6 · answered by Amanda 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋