Comments on Hobo Mama: Standing up for your kids

It pains me that I have to learn so much through m...

2009-07-17T12:55:15.265-07:00

It pains me that I have to learn so much through my first child. I have to make so many mistakes with him because I still need to unlearn so much that this backwards parenting culture has instilled in me over the years. But at least I'm getting better. I just hope to do well enough that he will be able to do an even better job with his own kids one day.

I don't know if you have other children or wha...

2009-07-03T19:40:11.812-07:00

I don't know if you have other children or what their ages are (it's my first time here), but as the mother of four, the oldest being 18, I can tell you that you are going to have countless opportunities to stand up for your child's best interest. People mean well, but they can be very heavy-handed in telling you what's best and expecting you to go along. You're the mom, you know best; don't let anyone tell you differently. He will quickly get to an age where he will know if you're on his side or not. Keep up the good work, Mom. You won't regret it. Oh, and a big round of applause to your husband. Standing up to the grandparents is very difficult.

Great post! This is exactly what I've been l...

2009-07-02T23:22:35.660-07:00

Great post!

This is exactly what I've been leaning with my son too. Initially, I tried to "conform" but now that he's nearly 3, I've learnt that all kids are different and I need to stand up for who he is. It doesn't mean that I'm spoiling him or giving in to his wants.