Meaning of snowplow parenting | Babel Free

Definitions

A parenting style in which the parent attempts to shield their child from all obstacles and adversity.

derogatory, uncountable

Examples

“There appears to be no empirical research on snowplow parenting yet, but both parenting styles could be defined as versions of over-protective parenting, about which there is some evidence.”

“Texting and social media have allowed parents to keep ever closer track of their progeny. Snowplow parenting is an even more obsessive form.”

“Snowplow Parenting is Expensive”

“Today, parents with means have turned to snowplow parenting.”

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