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I critique modern parenting in the pursuit of a healthier way for families, including how to practice autonomy-supportive parenting. I'm here as a voice of common-sense, sound information, and balance.

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Child psychologist, author of Autonomy-Supportive Parenting, Writer:@parents Ask Your Mom column, mother of three

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