Hand your kids a shovel and let them clear their own way

 QUESTION Dear Adele, I was recently called a ‘Snowplow’ parent. I don’t know whether to be complimented or feel offended. Can you tell me what ‘Snowplow’ parenting is all about? Snow Shoveler ANSWER Dear Snow Shoveler, The characteristics of ‘Snowplow’ parents are shared by those called ‘Lawnmowing’ parents or ‘Bulldozing’ parents.