In a recent Slate parenting column, a concerned parent learns that their 7-year-old son, Noah, has been urinating in the pool instead of using the restroom. Although Noah was upfront about his actions, the parent is horrified. After expressing the harmful consequences of his behavior, the parent finds it difficult to fully trust Noah's commitment to stop. The column addresses the importance of discussing acceptable behavior and instilling awareness of respect for others in shared spaces.
It's wonderful that Noah was honest with you about what he did, but it's a shame that you don't feel you can trust him not to do this again.
I laid down the law with him. I made clear that this was never to happen again. I explained how harmful and disrespectful it was.
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