Traditional Inuit parenting is incredibly nurturing and tender. If you took all
the parenting styles around the world and ranked them by their gentleness, the
Inuit approach would likely rank near the top. (They even have a special kiss
for babies, where you put your nose against the cheek and sniff the skin.) The
culture views scolding -- or even speaking to children in an angry voice -- as
inappropriate, says Lisa Ipeelie, a radio producer and mom who grew up with 12
siblings. "When they're little, it doesn't help to raise your voice," she says.
"It will just make your own heart rate go up."
More in this fascinating article from NPR.
