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New York Post
6 days ago
- General
- New York Post
Here's the generation with the best parenting skills: ‘We're not helicopter parents – we're gliders'
For a while there, Gen X parents were barely part of the parenting conversation. We weren't hosting parenting podcasts. We weren't going viral on TikTok for Bento box ideas. We were just… quietly getting on with it – packing recess, setting boundaries, and confiscating iPads like it was our job (because, well, it kind of is). Look, I firmly believe that every generation is doing it's best with the tools and environment we're dealing with at the time. But lately, I've noticed something strange. Something… flattering. Advertisement Every second parenting trend on social media looks eerily familiar. The calm-but-firm approach. The 'I love you deeply, but no you cannot have a lollipop at 7 a.m.' energy. The idea that kids don't need to be entertained 24/7 and that boredom is character-building. All of it? That's classic Gen X parenting. And now it's having a moment. 7 Gen X is known to have a calm-but-firm approach to parenting. CourtH/ – We were once written off as too hands-off – the generation that let ourselves in after school and ate Sunnyboys in front of Neighbours. But now? Our boundary-driven, emotionally available, no-fuss parenting style is suddenly the blueprint for modern parenting. We're not helicopter parents – we're gliders 7 Gen X has always known when to let our kids figure things out and when to step in. ciric_velibor – Advertisement Unlike the Boomers, who went hard on the discipline, or the Millennials, who researched parenting like it was a PhD, we Gen Xers took a more balanced approach. We weren't hovering. We were watching from a distance, ready to swoop in if someone was bleeding or about to microwave a fork. We've always known when to let our kids figure things out and when to step in – mostly after a suspicious silence or the smell of burning. We were raised by TV – and common sense 7 When Gen X became parents, they brought a mix of resilience, independence, and practicality with them. Beaunitta V W/ – Let's be honest: our own childhoods were a little unhinged. We sat in the back of Holden Commodores without seatbelts, ate cheese slices straight off the plastic, and considered A Country Practice appointment television. We learned to fend for ourselves early – reheating leftovers and answering landlines. Advertisement So when we became parents, we brought that mix of resilience, independence, and practicality with us. We weren't aiming for perfection. We were aiming for 'alive, clean-ish, and not yelling at the dog.' Our vibe? 'I love you, but also no.' 7 Gen X is there for their kids when they need them – but will also tell their kids to get off the floor at Kmart if needed. fizkes – The core of the Gen X parenting style is simple: love your kids fiercely – but don't let them walk all over you. We're not trying to be their best friend. We're trying to raise humans who are kind, capable, and who won't end up on A Current Affair for hoarding reptiles in a suburban share house. We'll absolutely be there for our kids when they need us – but we'll also tell them to get off the floor at Kmart and stop licking the trolley. No shame, no drama. Just boundaries, baby. The accidental influencers Advertisement 7 Gen X isn't afraid to take the iPad away mid-scream and go about the day like it's a normal Tuesday. Andrii Yalanskyi – We didn't set out to be trendsetters. Half of us still double-tap the wrong thing and call it 'The TikToks.' But here we are – with Millennials in the comments asking how we got our kids to pack their own lunch or brush their hair without a meltdown. There's something about our calm detachment that feels… revolutionary now. We don't panic over every tantrum. We know our kid's emotions are valid – but also fleeting. And we're not afraid to take the iPad away mid-scream and go about our day like it's a normal Tuesday. We're raising humans, not content 7 Gen X is trying to make sure their kids can boil an egg, apologize properly, and understand that being bored isn't a crisis. Studio Romantic – We're not doing this for likes. We're doing it because we know the long game matters more than viral validation. We're not trying to curate the perfect parenting aesthetic. We're trying to make sure our kids can boil an egg, apologize properly, and understand that being bored isn't a crisis. We're also not afraid to show them what boundaries look like. We say no. We follow through. We mean it when we tell them to put their shoes on now, not after one more YouTube short. What we've known all along 7 Gen X also isn't afraid to show them what boundaries look like. Halfpoint – Advertisement Here's the thing: Gen X parents have always known that parenting doesn't have to be performative. It doesn't have to be perfect. And it definitely doesn't have to be exhausting. You can be emotionally available without being emotionally drained. You can give your child autonomy without giving up your own peace. You can love your kid more than life itself… and still hide in the laundry with a Freddo Frog just to avoid another game of UNO. Advertisement So, if other generations are finally catching on to what we've known all along – welcome. Take a seat. We'll show you how to set boundaries and microwave chicken nuggets like a boss. Just don't expect us to make a Reel about it.
New York Post
6 days ago
- Health
- New York Post
You're brushing your teeth wrong — a common myth you grew up hearing can leave you ‘long in the tooth'
It's time to brush up on your oral hygiene. For decades, Americans have been scrubbing their smiles with the wrong tools and techniques thanks to a deeply ingrained myth. This rough-around-the-edges technique is doing more harm than good, according to Chicago-based dentist Dr. Joy Poskozim. 3 Your rough-around-the-edges technique is doing more harm than good, according to Chicago-based dentist Dr. Joy Poskozim. S Fanti/ – The idea that harder bristles work better to clean your teeth has persisted for ages — but it's not actually true. Hard-bristled brushes can actually wear down enamel over time — a condition called toothbrush abrasion — causing teeth to appear browner, thinner and more brittle, especially around the gumline. Even worse, overly aggressive brushing can irritate the gums to the point that they begin to pull back from the teeth — which is where the phrase 'long in the tooth' comes from, according to Poskozim. 'Starting in the 1950s, softer nylon toothbrush bristles were being created by toothbrush makers like Colgate,' she told The Post. '[But] there are some people to this day that prefer a medium-hardness toothbrush to the soft-bristled brushes.' If you really want bristles that feel a bit firmer, Poskozim recommends an electric toothbrush like the one by Sonicare. 3 'Starting in the 1950s, softer nylon toothbrush bristles were being created by toothbrush makers like Colgate,' Poskozim told The Post. Syda Productions – 'The bristles are soft and the toothbrush is timed for two minutes — so they are brushing longer and, even though the bristles are soft, it feels like a 'harder' brush,' she said. Poskozim notes that the average American only brushes for 37 seconds, which is well below the professional recommendation of a full two minutes. The dentist, who works extensively with older adults, says many patients grew up with dangerous dental beliefs and habits that still linger. Those include: Thinking harder toothbrushes are better Not knowing anything about flossing Never seeing the dentist on a regular basis unless in pain Not having to see a dentist when having baby teeth Having all teeth removed preventatively to prevent toothaches Getting full dentures when you're only 16, 'sometimes still done in the deep South' 3 Overly aggressive brushing can irritate the gums to the point that they begin to pull back from the teeth — which is where the phrase 'long in the tooth' comes from, according to Poskozim. Rasulov – Bristle firmness isn't the only thing that's changed since the '50s — in fact, there have been shifts in dental care since even the late '90s. 'When I graduated from NYU College of Dentistry in 1999, the only thing we knew about the fluoride ion was that it bonded with the surface calcium, helping to prevent bacteria from penetrating into the teeth,' she said. That's because tooth enamel is porous — which is why we feel sensitivity and get stains. But modern science shows fluoride is doing more than just shielding the surface. 'Now we know that fluoride also prevents micronutrients from leaving out teeth, so fluoride keeps teeth 'mineralized,'' she said. Some other old-school myths, according to Poskozim, is that brushing once a day is enough and it's best to brush before breakfast. 'The whole purpose of brushing teeth is to disrupt the oral bacteria from creating cavities from the foods we eat and plaque depositing,' she said. 'Therefore, it is better to brush after meals, not allowing excess food particles to fester in and around our teeth.'
New York Post
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
These are the unwritten rules of being a wedding guest, according to experts: ‘People don't realize how much depends on this'
There are several things experts warn against doing as a wedding guest if you want to continue being friends with the happy couple long after they say 'I do.' According to etiquette guru Jo Hayes and dating coach Emily Thompson, being a good wedding guest goes beyond just showing up and giving a gift. Topping off the list of don'ts as a wedding guest, according to the experts, is sending in a late RSVP. 3 Always make sure to RSVP on time to a wedding. N Lawrenson/ – 'Late-RSVPing is the silent killer of etiquette; it messes with everything from seating charts to catering orders,' Thompson told the Daily Mail. 'People don't realize how much depends on these final counts.' Thompson went on to explain that 'The ceremony is the whole point of the day-where the couple makes their vows and, usually, in front of their nearest family and friends.' You won't come across as a good friend if you skip the nuptials because 'Not being there sends a clear message that you're here for the food and drinks, not for the marriage,' Thompson explained. 3 If you skip the nuptials, 'Not being there sends a clear message that you're here for the food and drinks, not for the marriage.' AS Photo Family – Another wedding guest tip is to never bring a plus one if it's not written on the invitation. 'Weddings are expensive events to put on, which often means limited guest capacity,' Hayes told the outlet. Thompson agreed, saying: 'Your invitation should specify in so many words, 'and guest,' or else your plus-one is strictly not allowed.' Sure, open bars at weddings are a fun perk, but don't be that guest who is draining the bar dry. 'A good rule is to limit yourself to one drink per hour and definitely don't start drinking until after the ceremony,' Thompson explained. 3 Another wedding guest tip is to never bring a plus one if it's not written on the invitation. micromonkey – And as tempting as it might be, getting wasted at a wedding is never a good luck. 'Sure, enjoy a couple of drinks. But be respectful and responsible. Avoid getting drunk,' Hayes advised. Regarding dress code — as a reminder, women should always avoid wearing white. 'Another controversial colour is red. Western cultures consider red blatantly conspicuous and would even think it inappropriate if it dressed too 'sexily' for a formal wedding,' Thompson chimed in. And always follow the dress code the couple specified on the invitation. Something the experts didn't specify, but it should go without saying — always bring a gift for the married couple. TikTok creator Alizé Ruiz, shared in a video how stingy people were with gift-giving at her wedding. @alizeruiz_ And before yall come for me im not even saying it had to be money but just a card with a cute message or prayer! Idk I wouldn't show up to a wedding empty handed. #weddingetiquette #wedding #wthelly ♬ original sound – SAINTED 'When we had 120 people at our wedding and we only received 12 cards and 4 gifts,' she captioned her video. 'And before y'all come for me, I'm not even saying it had to be money, but just a card with a cute message or prayer! Idk I wouldn't show up to a wedding empty-handed,' Ruiz added. The video — which has almost 2 million views — caused quite the uproar in the comment section. 'I feel like our generation doesn't know common courtesy anymore. Anytime someone invites you anywhere, you bring something PERIOD,' one person wrote. 'Bro it's a wedding. At least a card, bottle of wine or whatever and $100 bill or something. Damn' and someone else agreed that the unspoken amount to give is 'minimum $100,'' shared another commenter. 'No one knows wedding etiquette. starting with the RSVP,' said someone else.
