10 Ways to Give Your Child More Independence Without Freaking Yourself Out

Knives, easy-to-break glass, and spillable items fill our kitchens, making many a mom reluctant to give their children free rein. However, once your child is old enough to pour their own drinks and cut up their own fruits and veggies, let them own those jobs. Not only will your child gain a sense of self-sufficiency, but what parent doesn't want a little help in the kitchen (and to have to get their kids fewer snacks)?!