What Makes a Perfect Parent? Qualities That Truly Matter
Understanding That “Perfect” Doesn’t Mean Flawless
Let’s be real—there’s no such thing as a literally perfect parent. Everyone messes up sometimes. But the idea of a “perfect” parent is more about being good enough in the right moments and being emotionally available than ticking off some magical checklist. So let’s not aim for robotic perfection—aim for connection, presence, and growth.
One time, I forgot to pack my kid's lunch. Total mom fail, right? Except, we laughed about it later and made pancakes for dinner. That moment taught him more about flexibility than a thousand perfectly packed sandwiches ever could.
Emotional Availability: The True Superpower
Listening Without Judgement
Honestly, most kids don’t need a TED Talk every time they have a bad day. They need someone who says, “Yeah, that sucks. Wanna talk about it?” That’s gold. That’s parenting.
Validating Feelings, Even the Ugly Ones
Being a perfect parent means letting your child feel sad, angry, or confused without trying to fix it all the time. Let them be in the emotion, then help them name it.
A friend once told me: “Your kid’s first breakup isn’t your crisis. It’s theirs. Stay in your lane, emotionally.” That hit hard.
Consistency and Boundaries: Yeah, They’re Boring but Crucial
Structure = Safety
Kids thrive on predictability. Even teens (though they’ll deny it). Knowing what happens when they cross a boundary actually makes them feel safer, not more controlled.
And hey—saying no doesn’t make you the bad guy. It makes you a lighthouse in their emotional storm.
Follow-Through Matters More Than Words
If you say, “No screen time after 8 PM” and then ignore it when they whine—guess what—they learn whining works better than rules. Stick to your guns (gently but firmly).
Leading by Example: You’re Their First Mirror
Show, Don’t Tell
If you want respectful kids, be respectful. If you want emotionally resilient kids, model how to handle your own stress. Seriously—when you slam a cabinet door, they notice.
Oops. Just remembered doing exactly that last week after a rough work call. But I apologized. And yep, that matters too.
Admit Mistakes Openly
Perfect parents own up to their flaws. It shows humility, teaches accountability, and builds trust. Bonus? You don’t have to pretend you’ve got it all together.
Balancing Support and Independence
Let Them Fall (Sometimes)
Helicopter parenting? Nope. Letting your child fail and learn—without letting them get hurt—is essential. It's like... giving them emotional training wheels.
You wanna raise a resilient adult, not an emotionally dependent mini-you.
Encourage Decision-Making
Ask, “What do you think you should do?” even if they’re five. Build those muscles early. Independence isn’t a switch—it’s a slow dimmer.
Conclusion: The Perfect Parent Is Imperfect with Intention
The perfect parent:
Shows up
Listens more than lectures
Models healthy behavior
Owns mistakes
Loves without conditions, but guides with boundaries
Perfection in parenting isn’t about never messing up. It’s about how you show up after the mess. Because really—what sticks with kids isn’t that you were perfect. It’s that you cared enough to grow with them.
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Is 165 cm normal for a 15 year old?
The predicted height for a female, based on your parents heights, is 155 to 165cm. Most 15 year old girls are nearly done growing. I was too. It's a very normal height for a girl.
Is 160 cm too tall for a 12 year old?
How Tall Should a 12 Year Old Be? We can only speak to national average heights here in North America, whereby, a 12 year old girl would be between 137 cm to 162 cm tall (4-1/2 to 5-1/3 feet). A 12 year old boy should be between 137 cm to 160 cm tall (4-1/2 to 5-1/4 feet).
How tall is a average 15 year old?
Average Height to Weight for Teenage Boys - 13 to 20 Years
| Male Teens: 13 - 20 Years) | ||
|---|---|---|
| 14 Years | 112.0 lb. (50.8 kg) | 64.5" (163.8 cm) |
| 15 Years | 123.5 lb. (56.02 kg) | 67.0" (170.1 cm) |
| 16 Years | 134.0 lb. (60.78 kg) | 68.3" (173.4 cm) |
| 17 Years | 142.0 lb. (64.41 kg) | 69.0" (175.2 cm) |
How to get taller at 18?
Staying physically active is even more essential from childhood to grow and improve overall health. But taking it up even in adulthood can help you add a few inches to your height. Strength-building exercises, yoga, jumping rope, and biking all can help to increase your flexibility and grow a few inches taller.
Is 5.7 a good height for a 15 year old boy?
Generally speaking, the average height for 15 year olds girls is 62.9 inches (or 159.7 cm). On the other hand, teen boys at the age of 15 have a much higher average height, which is 67.0 inches (or 170.1 cm).
Can you grow between 16 and 18?
Most girls stop growing taller by age 14 or 15. However, after their early teenage growth spurt, boys continue gaining height at a gradual pace until around 18. Note that some kids will stop growing earlier and others may keep growing a year or two more.
Can you grow 1 cm after 17?
Even with a healthy diet, most people's height won't increase after age 18 to 20. The graph below shows the rate of growth from birth to age 20. As you can see, the growth lines fall to zero between ages 18 and 20 ( 7 , 8 ). The reason why your height stops increasing is your bones, specifically your growth plates.