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Ellie Hutchings

Could 'lazy parenting' be the next big thing? 2 psychologists share why it can be beneficial for development, but not everyone agrees

A mother and son baking cookies together.

There are benefits to taking a step back and letting kids figure out things on their own - some psychologists have called it 'lazy' parenting.

When you're raising a child, you probably spend a lot of time thinking about which parenting style best fits your family dynamic. Many modern parents are opting for the empathetic gentle parenting style, while others prefer the more traditional and strict authoritative parenting style. But do we need more 'lazy' parents? Some psychologists say yes.

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