What Type of Parent Are You?

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A few weeks back, I received a series of questions for an interview that emphasized quick, instinctive responses—my kind of task! I breezed through the first 14 queries, but the final one left me pondering: What type of parent are you? This seemingly simple question caught me off guard. How could I sum up my parenting style in just a few words?

After much contemplation, I initially settled on the phrase “I am a parent who tries,” but I felt it deserved further elaboration.

My Parenting Journey

To provide a more comprehensive answer, here’s a glimpse into my parenting journey:

• I am a parent who struggled with breastfeeding yet nurtured thriving children.
• I am a dropout from parenting classes.
• I am an unintentional co-sleeper.
• I am a parent who sometimes yells out of frustration.
• I am a sporadic school volunteer.
• I am a hesitant short-order cook.
• I am an unfortunate curser.
• I believe in sending thank you notes but often forget to do so.
• I am a baker who aspires to be like Betty Crocker.
• I am someone who laughs at inappropriate moments.
• I am known for rolling my eyes.
• I am not the best homework helper.
• I am a believer in skipping baths after pool days.
• I document the little moments that matter.
• I love my children fiercely but am less fond of many others.
• I am someone who rarely makes beds.
• I make well-intentioned mistakes.
• I am a laid-back parent who obsesses over small details.
• I am an overzealous bandager if it stops the crying.
• I am a firm believer that “tomorrow is a new day.”

In essence, I’m simply a parent who tries, and perhaps that’s more than enough.

Further Reading

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In summary, parenting is a journey filled with challenges and learning opportunities. Each parent’s experience is unique, but the common thread is the effort to nurture and love our children, regardless of the methods we employ.