Season 2, Episode 14: Snowplow Parenting

Topic: In prior episodes, we’ve discussed Free-Range Parenting. There are other styles including Helicopters, Tiger Moms and the like. Today we will be discussing Snowplow parenting. From the cited Today’s Parent website, this is a fairly newer ‘parenting technique’ that has caused controversy regarding its practice. They want to remove any pain or difficulties from their children’s paths so that their kids can succeed. Should we (as parents) be removing obstacles for own children? Why/not? Is the snowplowing style a reflection of current parents own upbringing? What has changed? Momologist of the Week: Antonia Michaela.  She is the creator of Mommy Matters,  which connects moms with various resources, tools & events. Produced By: Greenville Ave. Recording Studio Continue the Discussion, Download, Subscribe, Rate, Like, Follow Us, and Share on: Website: https://linktr.ee/mahoganymomology Marvelous Mahogany Mom Nomination Form: https://form.jotform.com/Mahoganymomology/marvelous-mahogany-mom-nomination Twitter: @MMomology Insta: @mahoganymomology FB: @MahoganyMomology FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mahoganymomologist Email Us: [email protected]   Resources: Are You A Snowplow Parent? | The View (Video) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-t-jj3-R86o Snowplow parenting: What to know about the controversial technique https://www.todaysparent.com/blogs/snowplow-parenting-the-latest-controversial-technique/ Snow Plow Parents Are A Thing – Could You Be One? https://filterfreeparents.com/snow-plow-parents-are-a-thing-could-you-be-one/ Snowplow is the latest controversial parenting trend! Here's what it is https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/parenting/teen/snowplow-is-the-latest-controversial-parenting-trend-heres-what-it-is/articleshow/68533467.cms Forget the Helicopter: Are You a Snow Plow or Lawn Mower Parent? http://redtri.com/what-is-snowplough-parenting/ The Baumrind Theory of Parenting Styles https://howtoadult.com/baumrind-theory-parenting-styles-6147.html