Tia Mowry explains why she does not want to create co-dependency with her kids

Family & Parenting
28 Aug 2025 • 6:46 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Tia Mowry has sparked debate after sharing her parenting philosophy for her two children, Cree and Cairo.
  • Mowry believes it is not a parent's job to make their children happy, but rather to keep them safe, nurture, and guide them.
  • She stated that children should learn to find their own happiness to avoid co-dependency, contrasting with her own upbringing under a 'my house, my rules' approach.
  • Mowry illustrated her approach by saying she would not force her daughter to do something she didn't want to, such as kissing a relative.
  • Her stance has received mixed reactions online, with some agreeing it teaches responsibility and coping skills, while others question if happiness and independence are mutually exclusive.

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