Comments on: Can you parent without shouting?

By: Silly Mummy

Silly Mummy — Tue, 10 Nov 2015 01:49:18 +0000

I think MOST probably do shout more than they would like to and more than they did before having kids, actually. I am not a particularly shouty, angry person, but probably do nonetheless shout more than I may have thought I would. I think it is probably often not the best way if it can be avoided. Though I do wonder if there may be some very specific circumstances with very young children where perhaps it is. If they do something that really puts them in danger is what I’m thinking. I would wonder for a very young child, given that they are still only learning to pick up subtleties, would a calm and measured response actually convey the urgency or severity to them? Would they need to hear the anger and fear because they can identify those emotions? That’s just a query though – I don’t know!

By: Miranda

Miranda — Mon, 09 Nov 2015 16:08:12 +0000

I appreciate this post. I too yell and shout more than I should, and I hate it. My kids deserve better, but like you, I feel like that is the only way to get their attention sometimes. I will try with you, and check back next week to see how you are doing and share how I am as well.

By: Verily Victoria Vocalises

Verily Victoria Vocalises — Mon, 09 Nov 2015 14:33:26 +0000

I have to say that I don’t shout that much. I guess it is easier not to with one. Plus, I have always reasoned with Grace and only really shouted when I absolutely had to – more impact that way!! Although, I do understand why others do it and don’t judge them.