Supernanny Jo Frost issues urgent warning to parents about their children over huge error

Childcare expert Jo Frost explains the one thing modern parents are doing that is causing more harm than good...

Every parent has their own unique approach to raising their children. Some parents prefer the "gentle parenting" method, aiming for a carefree and joyful childhood for their kids. On the other hand, other parents believe in the tough love approach, preparing their little ones for the challenges they will face when they eventually leave home.

"There are hurdles and being able to adapt and understand that there are going to be moments when you are going to be disappointed and things are not going to go your way - I think it's an important lesson to teach our children. But again, if we just keep smoothing over, trying to take away what they need to feel, then we do hindrance."

"I think rather than making it better for them to be able to sit with that uncomfortable feeling and to help them with coping mechanisms to push through that adversity. Children need to be able to do that."

The video sparked a variety of reactions when it was shared online, with some questioning Jo's viewpoint. One grandmother commented: "I disagree with you here a bit. I'm not going to 'prepare' my grandson for the hard world out there, believe me, he will regardless meet it and experience it, until then I want him to be a child, with joy and no worries yet."