Comments on: Parenting the French Way: Is It Better?

By: Sapphyreopal5

Sapphyreopal5 — Tue, 29 May 2012 19:17:59 +0000

Every child is different and in that I think parents should parent their child according to what works for that particular child. There really isn’t a 1 size fits all philosophy or approach to anything in life really, only in clothes! (and even that doesn’t always ring true). It’s all a crapshoot as to what parenting method will make a person turn out well at the end of the day.
On the other half, the nicest couple in the world could raise a child with lots of love and support, providing them with guidance as needed and their kid turns out to be a psychopath. Or the most abusive, cruel parents end up raising the most gentle, kindest children. Again, it’s all a crapshoot…

By: Nerdzuky

Nerdzuky — Wed, 16 May 2012 16:54:47 +0000

Im Mexican, living in America.. My mom who is also Mexican, picks up my daughter whenever she cries and give my kids whatever they want right away… I dont agree.. I let them cry for a bit before I pick them up, and most of the time they stop on their own and get distracted by whatever else they see. I dont give them whatever they asking for right away, specially if Im busy. I dont stop doing what Im doing just to get them what they want. Kids do need to learn patience, and self control of their emotions. Now my point is.. Im not American, Im not French… I dont think is a meter of nation.. Im pretty sure they are French people that do many things like “Americans” or many Americans that do things the “French” way… I dont think is right to put a tag or a name on how to raise your kids… We should be open minded and try whatever works for us as parents an whatever works for our kids.. is every child is different..

By: hicestwadard

hicestwadard — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:37:39 +0000

The French are pansies. I want my son to be a MAN! Not a Frenchie

By: Jim

Jim — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 20:10:43 +0000

The world’s most extraordinary child, Jackie Evancho, has American parents.

By: MFowler

MFowler — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:35:04 +0000

I like this article…exceeept for the last paragraph! What about the social status of the teachers and child care workers? Or does caring for other people’s kids have value because it’s a paid position? Is our worth tied to our paycheck? Blerg.

By: BobLob

BobLob — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:23:32 +0000

More and more studies show that teaching delayed gratification at a young age makes for a happier adult.

By: MarkR

MarkR — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 02:44:04 +0000

This is really nothing new or anything out of line. It sounds like how I was raised, and how we raised our 3 boys right here in the USA. Great outcome on our end and I hope they raise our grandchildren the same way.

By: Nita Le Roy

Nita Le Roy — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:46:17 +0000

Folks, it’s all about being open minded. relax. It’s always good to get other people’s perspective.

By: Mary

Mary — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:44:45 +0000

The French aren’t the nicest people on the planet. Let’s really look at outcomes.

By: puppyfeet217

puppyfeet217 — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:44:30 +0000

If you don’t agree with her premise, don’t buy the book! The fact that she learned some parenting skills in another country is fiiiiine. It’s not like we have a manual and training for child-rearing. I don’t see any point where this author is claiming that she is the highest authority in the land – she’s simply saying she learned some stuff and wants to share it. Why do some of you see that as a personal offense of the highest order? Yeesh.