[shelimcallister]

Originally Posted by gracielove

If only there was some kind of training requirement for parenthood! Your friend is just plain permissive. It is easier to turn a blind eye to an issue than to stop what is going on right there at that moment and deal with the matter. It can be unpleasant to discipline a child, especially little ones but trust me that is the time to do it. A child that knows the rules and boundaries that have been set for it will be a child that is easy to get along with and actually fun to have around. A simple time out can be a real punishment for a child if done properly. Some crying and a few tantrums may occur. However, they and the parents will survive. Discipline changes as the child gets older but I found that my children required less and less intervention as they got older because they had learned to respect each other as well as taking care of their toys, clothing, etc. It was a lot of work at first but it paid off. People were awe struck when I took my kids in public. I was amazed. They were just behaving like good kids. Why should people be so shocked at kids behaving as they should? It is sad when good behavior is less common than bad behavior.

Studies have also shown that young kids that started out hurting animals and other young children are more prone to be involved in violent crime when they are older.

Great post!