Dad gets massiveIy shamed for put.ting leashes ……..
Raising kids today is definitely challenging, and there’s no shortage of opinions from both family and strangers, especially online. Jordan Driskell’s approach with his quintuplets seems like a practical solution—five curious 5-year-olds could easily wander off, and using leashes allows them to explore safely in public while keeping things manageable for the parents.
The mixed reactions to his choice highlight the strong opinions people have about parenting methods. Some believe kids should never be on leashes, while others, like Dr. Deborah Gilboa, view it as a reasonable choice for young or neurodiverse children in certain situations. Dr. Gilboa suggests that tools like leashes are appropriate for younger kids, but by the time children are around 8 or 9, verbal communication should ideally replace such aids.
Ultimately, each family has its own dynamics, and what works for one may not for another. Parents should be able to make choices that keep their children safe and comfortable, even if it doesn’t align with everyone else’s expectations. What are your thoughts on this approach?
