Hello and welcome to Parental Guidance, The Avocado’s Weekly thread for parents, prospective parents, caregivers and other lunatics 1 who think they have what it takes to raise some humans. Each week I, Corn, and/or Miss Rim will put up a thread with a discussion prompt and open the floor to all parents who may be looking for advice, sharing a fun experience, or just venting about how goddamn maddening this crazyass responsibility can be.
This week’s topic: Independence
Somewhat similar to last week’s thread about development, only with a bit more emphasis on the positive side of things. What cool stuff can your kids do all by themselves, with no help from their parents? Have they ever surprised you with their newfound abilities? What are you hoping they acquire the ability to do soon? Keep the comments as messy and civil as possible — I want to see a nice free for all down there this week.