Most parents want to do a good job raising their children, but not all succeed. According to a survey by the UK non-profit family support organization Home-Start, 67% of parents say that being called a “bad parent” is the worst criticism they could receive. 74% said they wanted to be recognized as “good parents,” and 37% claimed they feel the pressure to be the “perfect parent.”
What makes one a bad parent? Is it as simple as a lack of hugs or playtime? Most people have their answers, and in a recent online thread, many adults shared theirs. When user u/malizelen asked, “What screams “I’m a bad parent?” hundreds of people had their answers ready. Whether from personal experience or from observing others’ parents, folks listed the no-nos mothers and fathers should stop doing if they want a good relationship with their children in the future.
#42
Continuing to poke the bear during an argument when it's clear your kid has had enough. My friend's dad does this, bro why do you *need* to win an argument with a 14 yo?
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10points
#43
Being 3 feet from your drowning child in the ocean being rescued by a lifeguard… viral video today.
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10points
#44
Hating the father of your child more than you love the child you made with him.
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10points
#45
The one driving down the street with a cigarette hanging out of their mouth and a kid in a booster seat in the back.
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10points
#46
Not knowing basic info. Allergies, doctor, basic medical history, shoe and clothing size, teacher’s name, etc.
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9points
#47
When your adult child goes complete no-contact with you.
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9points
#48
Dumping them unnecessarily on others
Using them for ‘woe is me’ or click bait online.
Not parenting. Og Archie’s just a free spirit that’s why he’s attacking your son with the toy cricket bat. He’s just expressing himself.
Using them for ‘woe is me’ or click bait online.
Not parenting. Og Archie’s just a free spirit that’s why he’s attacking your son with the toy cricket bat. He’s just expressing himself.
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9points
#49
Children who act like “little adults.” If a kid acts like an adult then they may be having to manage their parents.
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7points
#50
Letting your little darlings stand at the baggage carousel preventing those of us who (can) actually LIFT LUGGAGE to get to ours.🤬.
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7points
#51
“I’m a cool mom, I listen to their needs and let them do whatever they want!”.
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7points