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Are kids actually less capable—or are we doing more for them than ever before?

Are kids actually less capable—or are we doing more for them than ever before?

by michellemcv | Jan 28, 2026 | Parenting Tips

Are kids actually less capable—or are we doing more for them than ever before? Kids today are: Highly supervised Protected from discomfort Rescued quickly when things feel hard Scheduled and managed by adults When parents do everything, kids miss chances to: Problem...

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