From “Helicopter” to “Panda” parents discuss their preferred style of parenting on Twitter:
One of the toughest jobs in the world is parenting. It requires being a role model, teaching kids, upbringing them, making sacrifices, and telling kids the difference between right and wrong. Recently, panda parenting came in trend, an educationist talked about it and initiated a discussion on different styles of parenting people use to raise their little munchkins.
Have you heard of #PandaParenting? It’s a parenting style that allows kids the freedom to make their own decisions & learn the hard way, with parents stepping in only when absolutely required; something that resonates strongly with me. What’s your preferred style of parenting?
— Neerja Birla (@NeerjaBirla) September 19, 2020
Panda parenting involves guiding kids without forcing them to do anything. This makes them self-sufficient, take responsibility, and learn by doing.
I love this term #pandaparenting . Thanks for legimitising the opposite of the #tigermom . My esteem just went up in my own eyes. I used to call myself the clueless mother 😂🤣😂 @KiranManral #theteenagerK
— Deepali Naair (@deepalinaair) September 19, 2020
Well, some people said they had adopted this liberal form of parenting while others cautioned that it might be a little risky. Parents also discussed other styles such as tiger parenting, elephant parenting, authoritative parenting, and helicopter parenting.
Have a look at the discussion:
As per media, elephant parents are nurturing, encouraging, and put emphasis on emotional protection.
— Ancy (@the_Ancy) September 19, 2020
Adapting with time and evolving .
For we have adapted from stone age to coming Artificial intelligence age. So be it.Ready to fly to Mars.— Avinashi Singh (@AvinashiSingh2) September 19, 2020
Proud of my parents…who allowed me to pursue my dreams…to be a sportsperson & an actor. Toughest call – what parenting it is called… don’t know but yes whenever needed i see them as a strong support & wall behind me…😊
— Tanishka Mihi Varma (@tanishkamihiii) September 20, 2020
Totally understand and glad to realise that I have been a panda parent so far. No regrets and very glad I’ve been one. Thank you for sharing the terminology. 🐹
— Aarti K (@aartikudva) September 19, 2020
Authoritative parents try to maintain a healthy balance between discipline and support.
My preferred style of parenting – ‘Authoritative’.
It encourages open discussion/dialogue that allows for feedback and collaboration. Having reasonable expectations and high on responsiveness. #ParentCoach
Although flexible as situation demands 🙂— Vandana Singh (@Singh_Vandana) September 19, 2020
It sounds exciting but bit risky
— Arun Daga (@ArunDaga64) September 19, 2020
Trying hard to do that with my young ones. Definitely the opposite of what my parents did with me!!
— Naval Chopra (@NavalChopraX) September 19, 2020
Very liberal and thoughtful.
— siddarthmohta (@siddarthmohta) September 20, 2020
Helicopter parents “hover” around their kids and are over-involved in their life and decision-making.
Indians prefer helicopter parenting…
— Dev Chatterjee (@ParagonWorli18) September 19, 2020
What age should this start? Left to my 5 year old, she ll want to spend all her days on YouTube
— SIDDHARTH NARULA (@sidatdubai) September 19, 2020
I’ve heard about right parenting. It’s about training you kids to become leaders
— Afrasiab Khan (@Afrasia99904175) September 19, 2020
A parallel from medical practice is watchful expectancy and masterly inactivity, if I am not mistaken!
— Dr. Sathya Prakash, MD (@DrSathyaPrakas1) September 19, 2020
Which parenting style do you follow?
