Why did my thread spanking vs. not spanking get closed when this is the same thing, just worded differently? Confused
Anyway, since I am here. I was spanked as a kid, but not too often. I learned pretty quick to straighten up with a few good ones. Spanking should be not the first instinct for everything that a kid does wrong. I think they should know that if certain behaviour persists that a spanking will be quickly on its way. I can't stand to see parents who say if you do it one more time, one more time, one more time..... I will spank you. It makes me want to bend the parent over MY knee. If you are going to say it, DO IT!!! Build confidence and trust in your kid.
Agree with thayli too. After spanking a kid, don't just walk out of the room and say "think about what you did" and never talk to them about it and confirm with them that you still love them. This is key. Spanking and confirmation go hand in hand.