free-range parenting

American  

[free-reynj pair-uhn-ting, par-uhn-ting] / ˈfriˌreɪndʒ ˈpɛər ən tɪŋ, ˈpær ən tɪŋ /

noun

1. Informal. a style of child rearing in which parents allow their children to move about without constant adult supervision, aimed at instilling independence and self-reliance.

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Etymology

Origin of free-range parenting

First recorded in 2005–10; see origin at free-range

Example Sentences

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free-range parenting

Utah passed a free-range parenting law, exempting parents from accusations of neglect if they let their children play or commute unattended.

From New York Times ● Dec. 25, 2018

It is the first salvo on behalf of the free-range parenting advocates in the ongoing battle over enforcement of hyper-protective parenting norms.

From Salon ● Jun. 8, 2018

Cases like the Meitivs - and the debate they spurred about safety and independence for children - have led to the first "free-range" parenting law in the US.

From BBC ● May 5, 2018

The free-range parenting movement notwithstanding, children today are, in many cases, more supervised than ever.

From Slate ● Sep. 21, 2015

I agree with many whose reaction to the free-range parenting story is to seek to have Child Protective Services less involved in parental decisions.

From Washington Post ● Jan. 30, 2015