natgoh:Hi, any one here is a weekend parents? Do you often hear alot of criticism saying that you are not a good parent? And do people doubt your ability to care for your child and don't think it is possible to have bond with your child?I am not a weekend parent. But I do know of parents who were not weekend parents and they didn't care for their children well too. I believe what is important is that we have brought up our children well with the right values, manners and proper behavior. Respect for people and other people's feeling and property are high on my value chain, and One do not need to be a full time parent to do these.It pains me to see children (as well as parents) who are very self-centered and thinks the world owes them a living. Parents who allow their young charge to do anything as they please and do not know how to discipline them. If you (not referring to the thread starter here) are a weekend parent and you allow these to happen then yes, you have answered your own question.