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7. How micromanaging can harm you and your baby.
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Summary
In this episode, Sarah Norris discusses the negative effects of micromanaging in parenting. She explores how micromanaging can impact mental health, distort your perspective, lead to missed opportunities, and create unrealistic expectations. Sarah encourages parents to find balance and trust their instincts, reminding them that babies are resilient and capable of development without constant micromanagement.
Takeaways
Micromanaging in parenting can have a negative impact on mental health, causing unnecessary stress and contributing to isolation, anxiety and confidence issues.
Trying to control every aspect of your baby's life is unrealistic and can lead to unhappiness.
Focusing on details for too long can affect parents ability to see clearly and objectively, and to make the best choices for them and their baby.
Micromanaging can cause parents to miss out on opportunities for connection and exploration with their baby.
Finding balance and trusting your instincts is key to a happier and healthier parenting experience.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction: Micromanaging in Parenting
05:50 The Impact of Micromanaging on Mental Health
15:20 The Consequences of Micromanaging: Missed Opportunities
16:22 Finding Balance and Trusting Yourself
18:09 Conclusion: Takeaways and Next Steps
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