The latest names for child-rearing styles include “hippo parents,” who “sit” on their kids until they obey; “hot-tub parents,” who create relaxing environments to foster conversations; and “wishbone parents,” who merely hope situations will improve. (nytimes.com)- Technology is invading playdates. Many kids now bring along cell phones and get into older siblings’ video games. Meanwhile, supervising parents are often busy on Facebook. (cnn.com)
Quick Stats
- Children just might be hard-wired for missions. When asked, “What would you like to do someday?” 51% of 8- to 12-year-olds said, “Travel throughout the world,” and 50% answered, “Be able to speak another language.” (Harris
Interactive) - 85% of moms use their kids to escape social obligations. And nearly one in three moms uses work as an excuse to avoid caring for her kids. (Today.com)
