Should I call and thank her?

I spoke to the mother of a boy who has been physically abusing my daughter on the way home from the school bus. She spoke to her son and the situation has been remedied. Should I call her to thank her and to assure her that my daughter has been warned not to take advantage and be verbally mean to this boy (yes, she is just as nasty only with words, not hands). I want her to know that I appreciate it and that she can also call me if there are any problems with my daughter.

Answer:
I think it's a good idea. Your reinforcement will likely result in her continuing to do the right thing. The boy's mother apparently handled the situation well and not all moms could have followed through. We all appreciate a pat on the back.
And good for you for recognizing your daughter's part in this situation.
Yes Definately.
yes I would
yes you probly should so you can keep the lines of communication open in case there are future problems
yes you should because she helped you but at the same time,she should thank you also for helping her check her son's attitude. but sure you go say thank you.
of course. Its always nice to be humble and thankful!
Yes. Thank her and let her know that the situation has improved. Good to keep that line of communication open concerning your daughter, as well. I'd want to know if my kids were picking on others rather verbally or physically.
That would be kind, you could make a new friend from this. Keeping the communication open is always good, and also I am sure she would appreciate your thanks.
Definitely, she also needs to know that she has done the right thing and her efforts have been successful. And who knows, you may find a new friend, and your daughter too... :-)
Yes! I don't think that parents communicate enough. It is wonderful that she is a responsible parent that took action and you should let her know that you appreciate it.
I'd definitely call and let her know that things are going better and say thanks. Be sure to commiserate, if your daughter is verbally abusive, you can honestly say you understand how hard it is.

Make sure to have ongoing conversation with your daughter about her words, and feel free to use the ol' standby, "Remember how you felt when that boy was saying x,y,z to you? What are some better things to do/say in that situation?" This will help her out her entire life. Good luck.
sure, that way it shows you really care
Yes, that would be a reallly nice gesture..It's hard enough being parents, it's nice to know we are appreciated when we do something good!!
no i would leave the situation be. mothers never like to hear that their children aren't doing the right thing (i know that i don't) and she may look at it like you are just causing trouble even if you aren't.
I would certainly make the follow up call...just to keep the dialogue going in case the problem should arise again.
yes if your daughter has been verbal abusive to him that would show that the respect you request is also going to be returned -it really sounds like there is more to this it may help to just dig alittle deeper
yes you should but if you call ever single person that upserts your child throughout her schooling your going to be on the phone alot...when your child gets old enough (not sure how old she is) let her fight her own battles...she will learn more that way.
yes i would tell her her son is being ok now after all you called her when he wasnt so it will be nice for her to know it is resolved cos i bet she was mortified to find her kid is a bully.
Ya sure, give her a call. Your concern was your own kid yes but also that she knew what hers was up to and you wanted it stopped. If she didn't deal with it she knew you would with higher authorities. I wouldn't invite her to call you with problems about your daughter; she wasn't the problem.
yes i think so parenting is not only at home but every where you go, i appreciate the fact that you went to the child's mother told her about the problem and it was dealt with so that it will have no effect in the future with your child

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