Help! I'm Dreading My Baby's First Words.
Briefly

The article addresses a mother's apprehension regarding her mother-in-law's habit of using coarse language around her young son, Danny. While her mother-in-law believes her expressions are harmless and humorous, the mother fears that such language could affect Danny’s behavior and social interactions in the future. The article suggests that she needs to communicate her concerns clearly and work on a strategy to teach Danny acceptable language boundaries, striking a balance between family behavior and societal expectations.
"A day without talkin' shit would be like a day without breathin'."
"Everyone wants a village (to help with raising their kids), but a lot of us don't want to deal with the villagers and the way they do things."
Read at Slate Magazine
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