Parenting is the best job in the world.  We get to train, inspire, and watch our children grow.  Yet, at the same time, parenting can be somewhat complicated given these 5 hats we must wear. First, be a protector.  We not only need to protect our kids from physical harm, but also we need to guard their hearts from things like unhealthy relationships and the negative influence of friends.  Second, be a disciplinarian.  As much as kids complain about having rules to follow, they would be lost without them.  It’s important to create boundaries for your kids.  Here are the rest of the 5 Things Your Child Needs You to Be.