Signs You Might Be a Helicopter Mom and What to Do About It
Trisha Otey
It may not be an exaggeration to say that parenting in today’s world is a delicate balancing act that requires wisdom, grace, and a heaping of courage. The balancing act mainly consists of wanting to protect our children from the very real harm and dangers out there, while also trying to help them grow into capable, independent, and faithful adults. For some moms, they may err on the side of what has become known as being a “helicopter mom.” The instinct to protect those we care about, especially our kids, can morph into something that’s unhealthy. Being a helicopter parent is what happens when that instinct to protect tips into...
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