Spanking Your Child - Is It Necessary?

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Spanking Your Child - Is It Necessary?

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ConcernedMom (Guest) Said,

Ok I know spanking your children is one of those debatable subjects among child "experts" but I am curious to know what other parent have to say on the subject.

As for me I just don't see any reason to justify spanking my child. Most of the time there is nothing they do that is bad enough to do so. Usually I notice bad habits bad behavior forming and put a stop to such things long before they become really problematic. Maybe I am just blessed with children who respond well to alternative punishments and dicipline.

Anyway, what are all your thoughts on spanking?

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