overparenting
nounUK /ˌəʊvəˈpeərəntɪŋ/
US /ˌoʊvərˈperəntɪŋ/
When parents help their kids too much and do not let them try things alone.
Her overparenting meant she still tied her son's shoes for him when he was nine.
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2. Constantly watching and stepping in to solve every small problem a child faces.
The teacher noticed overparenting when a mother called about a forgotten pencil.
3. Giving children so much help that they never learn to handle mistakes.
Overparenting can make kids afraid to try new things on their own.
4. Being too involved in a child's schoolwork, friendships, and free time.
Some experts say overparenting leaves little room for a child's independence.