Grandpa Richards Kids

I’ve been both a parent and a grandparent. One thing that I know is hard to deal with (from both points of view) is parenting advice that you get, but didn’t ask for. Here are some tips for dealing with well-meaning but unsolicited parenting advice. (as a grandparent I try to keep my advice to myself! I succeed at least some of the time!!)

Tip #1: Smile

Some parents thrive on creating competitions between their child and yours. “My little Billy took his first steps at six-months. You should try to make your baby walk. What’s wrong with him?” In situations like these, it’s best to simply smile and walk away.

Read the full article at Unsolicited Parenting Advice.