Not "Yes Parenting," Teach Your Kids Boundaries

Life has consequences, and kids need to learn that early. When my daughter splashes me in the pool, I splash her back—not to be mean, but to teach a simple lesson: actions have reactions. One day, she’ll splash other kids, and they’ll splash back. Better to learn in a safe, loving environment than the hard way later. Is this tough love or just good parenting? Let’s talk about it!