As parents, it can be hard not to feel a sense of competition with other parents about who is “doing it right.” But the truth is, we’re all just figuring it out as we go and doing the best we can each day with our kids. Every child is different, just as every couple is different, and what works for one family might not work for another. So, how do we keep that toxic and pointless competition with other parents out of our lives? This post from The Stir has some answers.

For starters, it’s important to realize that we may not be able to stop judgements from creeping into our heads completely. But what we can do is stop sharing those judgements and voicing our opinions with others. Whether you’re judging someone directly or gossiping about their parenting habits behind their back, it’s not helpful to anyone and spreads a negative vibe. Furthermore, focusing on your own child instead of all the differing opinions about parenting styles will help you focus on the things that really matter, and not whether someone agrees with your decision to let your kid stay up past 8 p.m. For more on how to stop the mommy competition, keep reading.

Read the full article here: 5 Ways to End the Mommy Wars Once and For All