Moving from the Bay Area to Italy has significantly transformed the author's approach to parenting and personal well-being. Initially overwhelmed by safety and logistical concerns, she found that the Italian lifestyle encouraged a slower, more relaxed way of living. Enjoying reduced childcare costs and a welcoming environment, she now allows her children greater independence compared to her previous life. Italy's culture has nurtured her growth into a calmer, more approachable mother, ultimately benefiting her children's upbringing.
I give my kids a lot more freedom. There's a built-in sense of safety in Italy that I never fully felt while living in the Bay Area in the US...
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