Parenting is one of life's most rewarding journeys, yet it's also one of the most challenging. And despite their resources and access to nannies, celebrities still have parenting struggles too, which means they can also be a great source of advice.
Not every piece of advice from a celebrity parent may work for your family, but their experiences can start conversations and give you ideas on how to navigate parenting and cope with the struggles of a mom or dad.
Here are five standout parenting advice from some of Hollywood's biggest stars.
Let Your Children Feel Their Emotions - Jennifer Garner
Garner has previously emphasized the importance of letting children feel their emotions, whether it's joy, anger, or sadness. This allows children to learn emotional literacy, which helps them recognize and name their feelings and become better equipped to handle them.
Just Do Your Best - Angelina Jolie
Award-winning actress Jolie penned a letter to parents during the COVID-19 pandemic. In the letter, she opened up about motherhood and reminded parents that they do not have to be the perfect mom or dad.
"[Your children] just want you honest. And doing your best," she wrote.
Don't Compare Kids - Cardi B
One of the best parenting tips is to never compare your child to other children, especially when it comes to their achievements and milestones. This is one parenting advice given by Cardi B during an appearance on TODAY.
Constantly comparing your child to their peers can severely undermine their self-esteem and sense of self-worth. They may end up constantly feeling inadequate and never "good enough." It also suppresses their talent and potential, especially because they are less likely to explore their personal interests.
Share Your Stories With Your Child - Viola Davis
In an interview with Brene Brown, Davis said one of the most important rules she lives by is making sure her daughter knows her story. This includes her failures, shame, and accomplishment. Davis added that it is important to her that she is not a "mystery" to her daughter.
Use Sibling Rivalry in a Healthy Way - Busy Philipps
Competition between siblings does not always have to be bad. Philipps, for instance, leverages this rivalry to get her children to finish their broccoli through a "race."
To encourage health sibling competition, make sure you focus on personal improvement rather than just winning. Also, make sure you and your children are only using positive language instead of insults.
