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How a child shapes parenting style

A ‘difficult’ child may turn a warm parent into a harsh disciplinarian. But a teachable one brings out an adoring parent, writes JOHN MUTURI

Edna was described by other parents as a ‘superwoman’. Calm and in command, Edna seemed to effortlessly move smoothly and gracefully through her days as a parent. Except once in a while, she dealt confidently and calmly with her five-year-old daughter, Jennifer.

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