A mother recounts her decision to let her 15-year-old son, Jack, travel alone to rural France for a month. Initially hesitant about the two flights and a layover in Paris, she was reassured by Air France’s casual approach to unaccompanied minors, which led her to feel more comfortable. After sending Jack off from San Francisco in the summer of 2021, he successfully navigated his journey and returned safely, feeling proud of his independence. The mother emphasizes her belief in allowing her children, Jack and his sister Evie, the freedom to grow, contrasting her parenting style with the pervasive fear that influences many others. She recalls how Jack started walking alone to the library in first grade, highlighting her commitment to fostering independence rather than hovering over them.
I’ve made a Conscious Decision not to be a Helicopter Parent. My Oldest Child was Walking Alone to the Library by the Time he was in 1st Grade
Updated on October 22, 2024