Kathmandu, June 10 -- Parenting isn't about being perfect. It's about finding the balance between love and guidance. Some parents choose to be gentle and avoid saying 'no' to their children, hoping to protect their happiness. This approach is called permissive parenting. While it comes from a place of deep care, it can sometimes cause more challenges than comfort in the long run.

Currently working at the Shankar Dev Campus, psychologist Raju Raut explains permissive parenting. He holds a postgraduate in Counselling Psychology and a Master's in Psychology.

What does permissive parenting mean?

Permissive parenting is a style in which parents are loving, nurturing, and accepting but struggle or choose not to enforce rules and boundaries c...