Parenting FAQ: Am I Doing Enough?

How to stop overthinking

and focus on what your child needs right now

As a new parent, it’s completely natural to worry — watching your baby closely for any sign that things are going well (or not), and wishing that mythical “baby manual” would just materialise. But it doesn’t.

As your child grows into a toddler, new challenges emerge — balancing parenthood with work, finances, and the unpredictability of everyday life. Add to that the challenges and changes that a growing, maturing child brings — it’s no wonder you find yourself wondering:

Am I doing enough?

And that question doesn’t go away. Through their childhood, young adulthood, and beyond, you’ll want to be there for your child. That sense of responsibility stays with you for life.

So, how do you live with a question like that?

Here’s something to consider:

Instead of “Am I doing enough?”, ask:
“Does my child have what they need right now?”

You’ll find the answer to that by listening, observing, and being present in the moments you share with them.

What your child needs will change, and your answers will too. But this awareness will become a powerful tool in your parenting journey.

If you’re asking yourself Am I doing enough? — It means you care. You’re paying attention. And that kind of reflection is already a sign you’re doing something right.

Reality check:

As parents, we’re never perfect and never “doing enough” in some absolute sense.

The very fact that you question yourself shows you’re parenting with care, empathy, hope, and love, and it is therefore highly likely that you are already doing everything you can to ensure the happiness and well-being of your child. And that is enough.

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