As a parents we are inundated with information regarding the safety and well being of our children. What is right?, what is too much?, what is not enough?. It can become a little overwhelming if you let it, and I have seen the growing trend of over worrisome parents. The term is not new, but lately I hear it being thrown around like candy at a parade , "Helicopter Parent."
We all know one, have at least seen one, or perhaps are a bit of one. Overly protective, concerned about every move on the playground, every interaction and every single grade and assignment at school. I am not here to judge, but merely observe. I believe that being involved with your child and staying involved is paramount to a healthy upbringing. Sometimes we all need to pump the brakes a little.
When i was a child the term used daily in parental conversation was "latchkey." I was one of those who arrived home after school to an empty home every day. I believe that my generation of Latchkey parents has evolved into the over protective hovering parent as a mechanism for making up for what we thought we lacked as children.
Just a thought I had while drinking my coffee this morning. Here are some articles on the subject including a quiz to see if you are a helicopter parent. Let me know what you think about the subject?
Time Magazine
Babyzone- Quiz
Ny Times
US News
