Great comment @lifestylebyjeli . Especially the last part, and that is what makes me wish I had better knowledge back when my child was younger. Even though I had only spanked a few times, it crushes my heart to know I caused pain, regardless of how few times I resorted to it. I was a single parent, and no parent friends, so I did not have the resources. If I had to do it all over again, I would not spank, no matter what I may have been through for correcting children's behavior. To me, a few spankings don't add up to abuse, but potential is there to turn to it.
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@pixiehunter it is hard to be a single parent, you had to think and weigh the potential consequences of every action by yourself, but you did and still do everything you can with the resources available for you. I am so happy that you decided to share your story and I am grateful because I know how hard maybe is for you to tell us that you have spanked your child who is the person you love the most! Now you have more resources and what's most important the will of growing better everyday.