Parenting Styles and Approaches
What are the most common parenting styles?
Parenting styles are like different recipes in the kitchen — each with its unique flavor and method! The most common ones include Authoritative (warm and structured), Authoritarian (strict and rule-focused), Permissive (lenient and indulgent), and Uninvolved (detached or distant). These styles influence how parents set boundaries, communicate, and nurture their children. Knowing your style helps you understand your strengths and areas to grow, so you can create a nurturing environment that supports your child’s emotional and social development.
Parenting Resources
At Playfull, we understand that parenting can be both joyous and challenging. That's why we've curated a collection of online resources just for you! From informative articles to engaging activities, there’s something here for every parent. Dive in and explore all the resources we have to support you on this beautiful journey of parenthood.
Parenting with a smile
Parenting with a Smile is a transformative guide that redefines modern parenting. Crafted by five diverse co-authors, it introduces the C12 framework—twelve essential aspects of holistic child development, including confidence, compassion, and creativity.
Through real-life stories and practical reflections, the book encourages parents to unlearn outdated beliefs, honor their child's uniqueness, and build a personalized, playful parenting style.
Ideal for parents embracing unschooling, homeschooling, or traditional schooling, it offers a heart-centered approach to nurturing confident, conscious, and connected children.