How Not to Raise a “Mama’s Boy”: 4 Tips for Moms

05.10.2024 05:50

Every woman who has a son probably expects that her heir will grow up to be an independent, determined, courageous and self-confident person.

In general, a real man who is capable of achieving a lot in life without anyone's help.

However, some mothers end up disappointed.

The fact is that many women, without realizing it, turn their sons into “mama’s boys.”

Don't want your child to become an independent person who is completely dependent on their parents? Then don't repeat common mistakes and pay attention to the recommendations below!

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Tell your child about his responsibilities in the house

Let the boy clean his own room and iron his own clothes.

Otherwise, your child will not become independent.

Give your son the opportunity to make his own decisions

A boy will never become decisive and strong-willed if all decisions related to his life are made by his parents.

Stop being overprotective

Believe me, your son does not need 100% protection in all life situations.

Of course, you need to warn your child about dangers. But you definitely shouldn't "follow him around" all the time.

Don't impose guilt

The boy will become dependent on his mother, who demands that her son follow all her “orders” and almost threatens him.

The child must come to the conclusion on his own that parents need help: don’t force a feeling of guilt on him.

Author: Kurchev Anton Deputy Editor-in-Chief

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  1. Tell your child about his responsibilities in the house
  2. Give your son the opportunity to make his own decisions
  3. Stop being overprotective
  4. Don't impose guilt