The Promises Of 'Gentle Parenting'

The pantheon of classic American parenting techniques is vast. But parenting changes over time, even if its difficulty stays the same. And many families choose to tackle that difficulty differently.A popular trend in child rearing now is "gentle" or "respectful" parenting. Instead of punishing or correcting a behavior, gentle parenting focuses on acknowledging a child's feelings and understanding how those feelings affect their behavior.How much does parenting style affect the outcome of a child's life? And where does "gentle" parenting land on the wide spectrum of approaches?Want to support 1A? Give to your local public radio station and subscribe to this podcast. Have questions? Find us on Twitter @1A.