"How to be a good parent" is a self-help industry worth billions, a significant chunk of the blogosphere, and source of continual angst among most if not all people-with-kids.
What do you think are some key characteristics of a great mama?
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Lego, Cav (the Lego brand name was derived from the Danish expression "leg godt" - play well - and lego also translates in Latin as "I study" or "I put together"...really, one of the world's most perfect words!)
A mother needs to love and care for her children but still show authority to discipline the child when they do wrong. A mother is understanding and willing to take the time to raise her children to the best of her ability so that they can become the best they can be.