hyperparenting
nounUK /ˌhaɪpəˈpeərəntɪŋ/
US /ˌhaɪpərˈperəntɪŋ/
When parents watch and help their kids way too much, not letting them do things alone.
Her hyperparenting meant she called the school five times a day to check on her son.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A parenting approach where adults constantly hover over and control a child's daily activities and choices.
Experts warn that hyperparenting can make children anxious and afraid to make mistakes.
3. Excessive involvement in a child's education, such as doing homework and arguing with teachers.
His hyperparenting peaked when he emailed the teacher about every single grade.
4. The practice of removing every obstacle from a child's path so they never face failure.
Some call it hyperparenting when parents complain to coaches about their child's playing time.