Mothering and Fathering looks at why there is an almost universal conflict between mom and dad when it comes to child rearing. Traditionally, women encourage intimacy, nurturing, and bonding, whereas men encourage independence and self-reliance - maybe before the children are really ready. For centuries, we accepted these opposing feelings as being natural. In recent decades, however, experts have begun to establish 'standards' in child rearing that may relect more than just research. Mothering and Fathering examines the hidden influences that shape these standards.Tine Thevenin has written an insightful book that will guide mothers and fathers to a better understanding of each other's feelings and viewpoints, enabling them to better work together towards raising happy and well-adjusted children.
