'Children start out assuming their parents are perfect, and learn what's right and wrong by example. So don't smack unless you want your child to learn that hitting solves problems. If you'd rather your child learned to express himself in words, try talking instead' Childcare expert Dr Penelope Leach at the conference 'Parenting 21st Century Children'
Childcare expert Dr Penelope Leach at the conference 'Parenting 21st Century Children'
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