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psychologytoday.com > gb > blog > mother-tongue > 202608 > before-you-mock-the-helicopter-mom

Before You Mock the "Helicopter Mom"

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (954+ words) Posted September 2, 2026 | Reviewed by Monica Vilhauer Ph.D. Society is not at a loss for eye-rolls when it comes to "helicopter moms" (HMs). The term falls under the "over-parenting" umbrella and describes mothers who "hover" (too) closely above their children to…...

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psychologytoday.com > za > blog > bonus-families > 202608 > parallel-parenting-vs-co-parenting

Parallel Parenting vs. Co-Parenting

2+ week, 3+ day ago   (905+ words) Posted August 27, 2026 | Reviewed by Jessica Schrader A: After a breakup, parents may choose a parallel parenting approach to limit communication and reduce conflict. But parallel parenting doesn't eliminate the need to share information about your child. The big question is: When…...