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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I wouldn't be so hard on OP. It's a balance. While yes, of course, kids need to gain independence as they grow so they develop judgment and coping skills, it's also ok for parents to be protective, especially if young kids.

My DD has never been on a sleepover, doesn't do any dangerous sports, and has never been home alone for more than 15 minutes. She's 8. She's plenty independent for her age and can go in a shop alone to make a purchase, walks to school with a friend and no adult most days, and packs her own school bag with minimal interference. I'm happy with where she is at.

I think both OP and those responding defensively need to understand every kid is different, parents may prioritize different things, but that doesn't mean they are WRONG. Short of abuse or neglect, there are a variety of ways to raise kids that will work out well. There are different kinds of people in the world, variety is actually a good thing.[/quote]

It's fine to be hard on OP because she sled righteously calls her approach caring about the "right things" as if it's objectively better and everyone else just uses their kids as "social props." It's not coming from a place of just sharing her preferences or parenting style.[/quote]
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