Stacey Hart+FollowSeeking Advice: My Daughter Wants to Quit Competitive Swim My 11-year-old daughter used to absolutely love competitive swimming. She'd practically beg to go to practice and was genuinely upset if we couldn't make it. In fact, right before summer, she even hit her first A time, which was a huge achievement for her Then summer hit. Our pool announced they'd be resurfacing, so practices moved to 6 AM at an alternate location (she usually practices at night). Between camps and travel, we ended up missing about a month of practice. Now, she's saying she wants to quit because she "doesn't like it anymore." My gut feeling is that this might be "summer laziness" talking – you know how breaks can sometimes make getting back into a routine tough. On the other hand, I really don't want to force her into something she genuinely doesn't enjoy. But she's pretty good, and I'd hate for her to throw it all away, especially after hitting that milestone. Has anyone else who swims or has kids in sports gone through a similar phase after a break? Need advice 🙏 #YouthSports #CompetitiveSwimming #ParentingDilemmas #Sports #Burnout #SeekingAdvice #Swimming 50Share
PixelWhirl+FollowWhen Nature Calls: Leaving My Toddler Alone at the PlaygroundThe other day, I found myself in a tough spot at the park. My three-year-old was happily playing on the swings when I suddenly needed to use the restroom. With no other adults around and the bathroom just a short distance away, I made the quick decision to leave him in sight but alone for a few minutes. My heart raced the whole time, and I kept peeking out to make sure he was safe. It made me realize how tricky these parenting moments can be—balancing safety, trust, and those unexpected situations. Has anyone else faced a similar dilemma? How did you handle it? Share your thoughts below! #ParentingDilemmas #ToddlerLife #PlaygroundStories #Parenting216Share
