# 392. Lawnmower Parents Who Say, "My Child Is the Victim"

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Published: 2026-03-18T09:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Many students struggle with accountability, empathy, and boundaries due to "lawnmower parenting," where obstacles are removed before they can learn independence. In this episode, I share a five-step framework to navigate these behaviors with calm, clear strategies that protect your classroom and your nervous system. You'll learn how to hold boundaries, teach students to repair harm, reinforce consequences, and collaborate with parents, giving students the skills to face challenges and grow responsibly. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/lawnmower-parents 5-Minute Field Trips: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/5-minute-field-trips FREE Class at the Virtual Tropical Island Teacher Retreat: How to Prevent 2-3 Students from Derailing Your Entire Day: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/need-this Subscribe to the Beginning Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@beginningteachertalk Grab a copy of Dr. Lori's book, Dear New Teacher, Here's Exactly What to Do: Your 5-Step R.E.A.D.Y. for School Roadmap for Elementary Classrooms : https://amzn.to/3w3zZJ7 Lung Cancer Free: One Couple's Journey Through a "Lungs in a Box" Double Lung Transplant: https://www.lungcancerfree.com/ Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk If the Beginning Teacher Talk podcast is helping you in your teaching and if you're feeling extra loving, I would be so grateful if you would leave a positive review for the show! Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)! https://po…

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