Some parents are finding gentle parenting too challenging. While the approach does promote nurturing and non-punitive discipline for children, it can also feel overwhelming and tiring for parents. Many parents are feeling the strain of always needing to respond calmly and patiently to their children’s behavior, which can lead to burnout and self-doubt. Although Millennials coined gentle parenting for its benefits, they’re learning it’s almost impossible to keep up with the image of this approach on social media. Now, some parents are starting to feel that it may not fit their lifestyle or meet their needs—and are practicing “lighthouse parenting” instead. (NBC News)
📊 YPulse data: 50% of Gen Z and Millennial parents are interested in trying gentle parenting
