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Question Authority
Monday, October 11, 2010 by Jeannie Fleming-Gifford
"Question Authority." Have you ever seen that bumper sticker? I don't know what made me think of it the other day, but I've found myself thinking it is good parental advice.
Let's face it; the moment you find out you are going to have a baby, you are flooded with information. There's family, friends, even strangers (i.e. the cashier who just can't restrain herself from giving you advice), then doctors and nurses, and so on. Sometimes, it seems that everyone has different information. Everyone seems to know what is "best."
In times like these, I remind you to question authority. It's time to stand back. Sometimes, it's time to stand up.
Raising a child is not easy. As your child grows, you're sure to be faced with a variety of situations that you may be unsure of how to navigate through. What is right? What is best?
Although there is A LOT of good information (www.planningfamily.com/), there can be varying opinions. It's times like these you need to be ready. You need to be strong. You need to be confident.
When it comes to your child, it is your job to be an advocate. If someone tells you something, feel confident about asking "why" or "how." You can be challenging and still be kind
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If you get information that you are unsure of, do some research. The Internet can be a fabulous resource, as are second opinions from other specialists.
Questioning authority may not always be easy, but I believe when you are working in the best interest of your child and their development, it's ALWAYS the right thing to do.
When it comes to your kiddo, what are you questioning these days?
