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Selina Maycock

Should we just let kids do what they want? Experts react to controversial TikTok video

Child chalking on the pavement.

Parenting experts have reacted to a controversial video of a mother allowing her toddler to draw on the kitchen floor at home. And they give you the tools needed to strike a fair deal with your kids without having to be a 'yes' parent.

If you feel 'mum guilt' for going back to work or for not giving your child much attention, you're not alone. Meanwhile, many parents try permissive parenting, where parents want to be seen as their kids' friend rather than their mum or dad - and it can cause issues with their behaviour.

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