How I Parent My Introverted Child vs. My Extroverted Child
byOne of the best ways to connect with my introverted and extroverted children as individuals is by spending time alone with them. My oldest child is boisterous. He talks to…
Raising a child is never easy. But for introvert parents — or the parents of an introverted child — there are often challenges that others can’t relate to. Below, you can browse all of our parenting stories, or check out some of our favorites about tips for introverted parents, getting your needs met as an introverted mom, and some of the hurdles you may expect for introverted students in the classroom.
One of the best ways to connect with my introverted and extroverted children as individuals is by spending time alone with them. My oldest child is boisterous. He talks to…
As an introverted parent, try to cultivate quietness in your kids where you can, through reading, spending time in nature, or even a car ride.
When it comes to hosting playdates, having clear boundaries in place is key, like set start and end times.
Introverted moms are delightful homebodies, and interacting one-on-one with our kids in a meaningful way is how we shine.
Introverts are thinking, reflecting people, and I can’t do that if I’m busy yelling or jumping up and down in the stands.
Every time you compare your introverted child to someone more talkative, this is what they hear: “You are not enough as you are.”
Growing up as the only introvert in a house full of extroverts was hard. I thought I was “wrong” for needing solitude.
Often, when teachers call students “quiet,” what they really mean is, “there’s a problem.”
You’re not alone in feeling depleted as an introverted parent — but taking care of yourself is taking care of your kids, and everyone will be better off for it.
Most classrooms are geared toward those who learn well in groups – which means introverts lose out.