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How People in the 1950's Parented their Children


During the 1950’s parents gave their children more freedom than they do now. Although this can be a good and bad thing, it did give them a lot of independence and freedom.

It was common that children walked to and from school alone, rode their bikes everywhere, and could buy anything from the store. Children could do almost what adults could do back in the 50’s.

In today’s world it is not the case such as it is not as safe to have your kids walk home alone, not to ride their bikes too far, and have limits on what you can buy at the store such as children cannot buy cigarettes, alcohol, lottery tickets, etc.

I personally think it is great that children cannot buy these products today. I do have to point out that parenting in the 1950’s was stricter than it is in 2020. Back in this era, parents made sure to be consistent with punishments.

They prioritized eating meals together as a whole family. Everyone had to be at the dinner table to spend time together and talk about their day such as what did the kids do at school or what did they learn?

During this time period, parents had children be accountable for their actions. If their child forgot about their project that is due tomorrow you do not help them.

It is the saying that kids need to understand that someday you won’t be there to help them. They prioritized their children to play outside and enjoy the weather.

To make friends and be sociable. Spend time making connections and letting their creative minds flow. I think this is a good message to say that children do not need to be on tablets or phones all the time.

I advocate for tablets and phones to learn but not to play with such as online chat rooms. Many children can be taken advantage of this way.

There could many creeps or scammers that are trying to brainwash your little ones. Those in the 1950’s established house rules for their children to follow.

I agree with house rules as children need structure and to know about what you as parent will accept or not accept. Also, make the point that what other parents allow does not happen at your house.

It is your rules. Sometimes you do not have to explain why you say no to things and that is okay.

During this era, they prioritized taking away privileges. I agree with this statement as taking away things can help a child know that they need their behavior to improve before they can get what they desire.

Children need to learn consequences. It is okay to let your child to be bored, you cannot provide them with entertainment all the time.

Make sure you have grownup time. Set a vacation it is always good to separate from your children once and a while to refresh, not only with it help you and your partner but to have more patience with your children.

These are some of the ways 1950's people parented their kids. 

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