"Challenged by a Friend's Critique: Reevaluating My Parenting Approach"
A mother seeks advice after a friend accused her of being too strict with her two young boys. The mother is frustrated and tired, but she wants to clear the air without sounding defensive. The advice columnist suggests expressing her feelings to the friend and emphasizing that she is trying to protect her child and the friend's belongings. The columnist also advises developing a thicker skin to handle parenting critiques and focusing on being a good mom.