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Understand your unique approach and create a better parenting journey.

Discover Your Dominant Parenting Styles: Free Online Test

Interactive parenting style test image illustrating various parenting approaches. Take the comprehensive Playfull parenting style test to discover your unique parenting style and receive personalized tips for effective and mindful parenting.

Every parent uses a mix of parenting styles. Our free assessment helps you identify which styles you lead with, giving you clarity on your unique approach and how it shapes your parenting journey.

It takes 20-30 minutes. Thoughtful reflection is encouraged. No right or wrong answers.

  • Curious about your approach to parenting? Our Parenting Style Test at Playfull is here to help!

  • By discovering your parenting style, you'll gain valuable insights that will assist you in nurturing better connections with your child. 

  • Embrace the journey of self-discovery and enhance your parenting experience with us today!

Uncover the Parent You Aspire to Be

  • Curious about which parenting styles shape your unique approach? Our Parenting Style Test at Playfull is thoughtfully designed to reveal the dominant styles you use and their influence on your parenting journey.

  • By understanding your mix of parenting styles and their impact, you’ll gain valuable insights to nurture deeper, more meaningful connections with your child.

  • Join us in embracing this journey of honest self-reflection and enhance your parenting experience today!

Takes 20-30 minutes. Reflect deeply, no right or wrong answers.

Detailed result page of the Playfull parenting style test showing personalized parenting style insights. Understand your unique approach to parenting and get tailored tips to enhance your parenting journey with this interactive parenting style test result.

Frequently Asked Questions

Bonus Ebook Gift

Beyond Stereotypes: A Comprehensive Guide to Parenting Styles is offered free with the Playfull Parenting Style Test. This guide explains each parenting style in detail and inspires parents to create your own evolving approach based on honest reflection and understanding.

Access your free ebook by completing the parenting style test today.

Beyond Stereotypes: A comprehensive guide to parenting style offered as a bonus gift with the Playfull parenting style test. This parenting book challenges conventional beliefs and provides in-depth insights to help parents embrace authentic and mindful parenting.

Why Take the Parenting Style Test?

  • Gain clarity: Receive a free comprehensive ebook that helps you decode your unique parenting style results and understand what they mean.

  • Learn deeply: Explore the strengths and limitations of each of the 12 parenting styles to better understand how you parent.

  • Reflect and evolve: Use this knowledge to thoughtfully reflect on your parenting values and your child’s needs, empowering you to evolve your own authentic parenting style.

  • 1. What is a parenting style?

    • A parenting style is the approach a parent takes to raising their child, including their expectations, discipline methods, and level of involvement.

    2. Why is it important to understand my parenting style?

    • Knowing your parenting style helps you better understand your child's needs and develop more mindful, effective parenting strategies.

    3. How many parenting styles are there?

    • There are 12 different parenting styles identified in our test, reflecting a broad spectrum of parenting approaches.

    4. Is the parenting style test free?

    • Yes, the parenting style test is completely free to take.

    5. How long does the test take to complete?

    • The test typically takes between 20 to 30 minutes, depending on how thoughtfully you answer each question.

  • 6. What kind of questions will I be asked in the test?

    • The test includes questions about your parenting beliefs, values, and behaviors designed to encourage honest self-reflection.

    7. Is the test confidential?

    • Yes, your responses will be kept confidential and used solely to generate your parenting style results.

    8. Can I retake the test?

    • Yes, you can retake the test at any time to reflect on your evolving parenting approach.

    9. What will I get after completing the test?

    • After completing the test, a free ebook titled Beyond Stereotypes: A Comprehensive Guide to Parenting Styles is available to download.

  • 10. What kind of information is included in the ebook?

    • The ebook provides detailed explanations of each parenting style, including their strengths and limitations, to help you better understand your results and reflect on your parenting approach.

    11. Can I download the ebook immediately after completing the test?

    • Yes, you can download the ebook immediately after finishing the test.

    12. Is the ebook available in different formats?

    • Currently, the ebook is available in PDF format.

  • 13. What devices can I use to take the test?

    • You can take the test on any computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet access.

    14. Do I need to create an account to take the test?

    • Yes.

    15. What should I do if I encounter technical difficulties during the test?

How it works

Take parenting test

Answer thoughtful questions about your parenting approach.

Get your instant results

See the percentage breakdown of your dominant parenting styles.

Download free Ebook

Access a comprehensive guide that explains each parenting style in detail.

Takes 20-30 minutes. No right or wrong answers.

Parenting Styles Explained

Understanding your parenting style can provide valuable insights into how you relate to your child and support their growth. Below is a brief overview of the 12 parenting styles, each with unique characteristics and influences on child development:

Authoritarian

Strict, demanding and often punitive.

Permissive

Lenient, indulgent and avoid setting limits.

Authoritative

Demanding yet responsive to child's needs.

Uninvolved

Lack of responsiveness and low demands.

Indulgent

Overly permissive and lacks boundaries.

Toxic

Abuse, neglect, or other harmful behaviours.

Positive Discipline

Natural consequences, problem-solving and empathy.

Neglectful

Emotionally distant and uninvolved in child's lives.

Mindfulness

Aware of thoughts, feelings, and behaviours of self & child.

Collectivist

Emphasizes group harmony and conformity.

Attachment

Close physical and emotional bonding.

Own Evolving

Still in process to evolve your own parenting style.

Take the Parenting Style Test

Discover your unique parenting style blend and learn how you can best support your child's development.

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