Which Zodiac Signs Are Good Parents, And Which Ones Aren't?

Cancer is the best parent

While the Cancer personality's emotional sensitivity holds them back in other areas of life, it is an asset which makes them incredible parents. They intuitively know their children’s needs and provide them with never-ending love and support. They place family before anything else and will give all of themselves to develop their children’s interests, especially creative avenues.

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Geminis make fun parents

A Gemini personality’s adaptability and their heightened skills of communication means that they make fantastic parents. Known for their childlike nature, Geminis share the same curiosity for the world as their children and are more than happy to sacrifice their time to their children’s interests. Your eagerness to teach your kids everything you know means that you raise well-rounded, happy children.

Taurus people are mature parents

A Taurus personality makes for a great parent. Known for the reliability, wisdom and trustworthy character, any child lucky enough to have a Taurus as a parent will never feel let down by them. Taurus loves spending time with the family, so expect them to always set aside some time, even if they’re overloaded at work. Let’s not forget their unending patience, which is the unspoken key to raising content children.

Pisces is an extremely loving parent

As a water sign like Cancer, as a Pisces personality you aim to promote your children’s expressive and creative side. As a zodiac which is renowned for its empathy, kindness and zodiac sensitivity, you aim to develop these qualities within your children and therefore they well-liked by others. Your leniency in most aspects of life will leave your children with the memory of a tranquil and a nurturing childhood.

Leos are proud parents

In your role as the king of the jungle, it is only right that your kids take the throne, right? The proudest zodiac sign, you look to compliment and celebrate your children’s achievements, which builds them up into confident and assertive children. A Leo's children are life’s greatest gift, and you do all you can to give them the world. However, while instilling confidence and displaying limitless love is the sign of good parenting, be wary of sometimes overlooking both their shortcomings and their needs.

Libras are educational parents

With your natural inclination towards balance, you try to raise your children holistically, making sure to instill strong morals within them. Like Pisces, you are a very lenient parent who sometimes gives in a bit too easily to your children’s wants, as you dread confrontation. The value a Libra personality places on beauty opens up the artistic world to them from a young age, but can also put them under unnecessary pressure, especially in social situations.

Capricorns are adoring parents

Just as in the world of work, the Capricorn personality puts their heart and soul into parenting and can never be faulted for their efforts. Practical, patient and attentive, expect a Capricorn parent to sit down and help their children with their homework, as they often place a lot of value on education. You want to give your child the best possible chance of finding success in life, but it's important to remember they’re still kids and need to have fun, else they may have negative memories of childhood later in life.

Aries people are fiery parents

Belonging to the group of fire signs, the Aries personality is passionate parents who will push their children to take explore their interests, until they find the one that suits them best. Ambitious and strong-willed, an Aries will pass on these qualities for success onto their children, as they will take inspiration from your own success. However, your strong-will can quickly turn to stubbornness which could negatively impact parent-child relationship, so try not to push them too much!

Sagittarius people are cool parents

As a Sagittarius personality, you aim to raise your children in an environment which promotes physical and mental freedom, as you wish to share your worldly outlook with them. As a result of your love for travel and exploration, your children will quickly gain appreciation of other cultures and philosophies, which will help them quickly mature into well-informed, accepting individuals, usually with a good sense of humor. Be wary of too much movement, though, as constant movement is both mentally and educationally taxing on children.

Virgos are practical parents

On paper, a Virgo personality has all the qualities to be the perfect parent. Their combination of intelligence, practicality and reliability means that they know exactly what a child needs to go far in life. While they may seem detached to others, when it comes to family they have no problem showing affection. However, their harsh criticism of themselves and their children tends to lower the esteem of both parties, which can potentially lead to long-term confidence issues.

Scorpios are strict parents

As a result of its ruling planet Mars, the Scorpio personality is highly expressive and decisive, and this doesn’t change as a parent. Scorpio parents aren’t afraid to show a bit of tough love so that they are ready for the real world and can stand up for themselves when necessary. While this approach has long-term benefits, kids need to be kids and make mistakes without too much repercussion. Sometimes it’s better to take a step back as a parent.

Aquarius people are the laxest parents and rank as the worst

With their need for a degree of independence and alternative perspective on life, it can sometimes be difficult for an Aquarius personality to connect with their children in the same way others can. The peak of an Aquarius’ parenthood often comes when their children have reached adolescence, at which point they connect more so as friends rather than parent and child. While this a healthy dynamic in later years, Aquarius’ lack of tact can often blind them from their children’s emotional needs.