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Parenting Quote by Benjamin Spock

“What good mothers and fathers instinctively feel like doing for their babies is usually best after all.” quote by Benjamin Spock
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“What good mothers and fathers instinctively feel like doing for their babies is usually best after all.”

Benjamin Spock

About This Quote

Source Book: The Common Sense Book of Baby and Child Care, 1946

Parents instinctively do what feels right for their babies, which usually turns out best.

In simple terms: Parents' instincts often guide good care.

Key Takeaway

Trust parental intuition.

Themes

parenting intuition child development

Mood

reassuring thoughtful

Type

advice parental

When to use this quote

  • newborn care
  • early childhood decisions

Key Concepts

instinctive caregiving family dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should parents seek external advice?
  • How to balance instinct with evidence?
A Different Perspective

Instincts can be misinformed without knowledge.

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