Most parents say parenting is harder than they expected, but give themselves high marks for the job they’re doing | Pew Research Center

January 18, 2023

Parenting in America Today

Most parents say parenting is harder than they expected, but give themselves high marks for the job they’re doing

Most parents say parenting is harder than they expected, but give themselves high marks for the job they’re doing

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Most parents say parenting is harder than they expected, but give themselves high marks for the job they’re doing

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Parenting in America Today
Mental health tops the list of parental concerns
Parents prioritize financial stability, job satisfaction for their children when they reach adulthood
Most parents say parenting is harder than they expected, but give themselves high marks for the job they’re doing
More than four-in-ten parents describe themselves as overprotective
Comparable shares are raising their kids similarly to vs. differently from their own upbringing
About half of married, cohabiting parents feel judged by their spouse or partner at least sometimes
Most parents say parenting is rewarding and enjoyable, but some also find it tiring and stressful
Fewer than half of parents place a lot of importance on their children sharing their religious and political beliefs