The ’70s-Inspired Parenting Approach

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One afternoon, I entered the bathroom to discover the lid closed—something my youngest had been doing to “protect the cats from falling in and drowning.” As I lifted the lid, I was startled by a burst of color, convinced it was a spider ready to attack. To my surprise, it was a large, green sticker from Killington Mountain, transforming my toilet into something reminiscent of a college dorm.

My oldest daughter walked in, beaming with pride, and asked, “Do you love it?”

In my home, I aim to provide what I affectionately call a “’70s-light” upbringing for my daughters. They create art with chalk on the garage floor, hang colorful ribbons from the stair railing, and have a backyard fort filled with what others might deem junk. Our creative endeavors often involve anything from leftover gift ribbons to the quirky molds that come with Amazon deliveries.

While I strive for a sense of order, my husband and I maintain certain areas of our home free from our daughters’ clutter. We have designated spots for shoes, backpacks, and homework, along with chores like matching socks and doing the dishes. Like any family, we are continually evolving.

Although this parenting style may not suit everyone, it works well for us. Yes, I may embrace a bit more chaos and bend rules that others might find essential. However, this approach grants my daughters the freedom to explore their creativity and allows my husband and me to relax without always feeling like strict rule enforcers. After over a decade of parenting, we’ve learned that sometimes, it’s best to just go with the flow.

Here are a few things we choose not to stress over that might concern other parents:

1. Glitter: Initially, my husband resisted this craft staple, but we’ve found it works wonders for sisterly disputes. A simple suggestion to use glitter is usually met with enthusiastic cheers.
2. Unmade Beds: Life is too fleeting to spend precious minutes tidying a bed. Plus, a freshly made bed after a few days of being unmade is much more impressive.
3. Towels on the Floor: This issue arises with just one of our three daughters. When I encounter discarded towels, I take it as a cue to bathe our pets.
4. Writing on Mirrors: With no guests using our upstairs bathroom, I don’t mind if it resembles a backseat window after a long road trip with a dog. I appreciate the “I love you” messages that appear after every shower.
5. LEGOs Everywhere: If there are LEGO structures in every corner of the house, it simply means my girls are engaged in play and creativity. Their efforts to keep them in the corners show they want to avoid any accidents.

As for that giant sticker I mistook for a spider, I look forward to sharing with my daughters the story of how our toilet became known as “The Beast.” Indeed, we decided to leave it as is.

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In summary, embracing a more relaxed and creative parenting style can foster an environment where children thrive and explore their imaginations, while also allowing parents to enjoy the journey without excessive stress.