I try to gentle parent my toddler, but it's difficult when she throws a temper tantrum. I struggle to regulate my emotions, but I am trying to be gentle toward myself first. Unfortunately, I had to face the fact that I am still dealing with the effects of my upbringing, and it wouldn't be easy to gentle parent. Related storiesI misunderstood gentle parenting to think that flexibility and people-pleasing would work in my favor. AdvertisementBeing a parent is hardWhat I have been doing instead of trying to be the perfect gentle parent is actually owning the mistakes I am making.

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