Astrology and Parenthood: Understanding Your Child’s Zodiac Sign and Parenting Style

Last Updated on May 16, 2024 by Avia

Although beautiful, parenthood doesn’t come without trials and tribulations. Whether it’s your first time raising children or not, you are in for a unique journey. You’ll discover new things about yourself and your children that can help you navigate parenting and relationships more effectively. This takes patience and dedication, but exploring astrology and parenthood can give you some insider tips to guide you along the way. Learn how your child’s zodiac sign can inform what parenting style will work best for both of you.

How Astrological Placements Affect Children

Regardless of the extent of your astrology knowledge, you most likely know your child’s birthdate. The date, time, and location of where they were born come together to form their birth chart. The way the planets and stars were positioned at this particular time and place can inform you of probable personality developments and phases your child may go through in their life. 

Insights from the zodiac can inform familial relationships of all sorts. When combining astrology and parenthood, knowing your family members’ signs can inform you of why they may behave the way they do. You may even see some similarities in your birth charts that denote traits your child has inherited from you and how those may manifest throughout their life path. 

Young children, especially, are impacted by their birth chart placements. They have not yet fully developed autonomy and absorbed the external stimuli around them, leaving them more purely representative of their birth chart. Their zodiac sign, or sun sign, reflects where the sun was at the time of their birth and rules their core self. While there are other aspects at play, the sun sign is most indicative of childhood behavior. It is how they are born into the world and will likely express themselves. Knowing details about their sun sign can help you process their behavior through a new lens and learn what you can do to help them thrive.

Aries (March 21 – April 19)

Aries sun signs are known for their fiery nature. This often presents as your Aries child being headstrong, brave, and often competitive. Their innate desire to lead the pack could cause issues with sharing or losing. If you notice them lashing out or feeling negative after having to share their toys or losing a soccer game, you can adjust your reaction accordingly. 

Rather than punishing them for their values, gently remind them of the amazing things they did during the game or play session. Praise, reassurance, and a sense of autonomy can all be helpful for parenting Aries kids.

Taurus (April 20 – May 20)

If you find yourself wanting to label your child as “lazy” or “slow-moving,” you may want to reframe your thoughts. Particularly if your child is a Taurus, they often crave predictable, stable, reliable outcomes. This leads them to take their time on important tasks. They also like to bask in the luxuries of life, so a nap in soft sheets can be a form of self-care for them. 

Just make sure to check in with Taurus children every once in a while to make sure their needs are being met. If they are using comforts to avoid rather than self-soothe, provide gentle assistance without rushing, judging, or forcing them. 

Gemini (May 21 – June 20)

Gemini placements are associated with expressivity. Often, you’ll see Gemini represented as a duality, and this could be reflected in your child. They may have trouble making decisions or focusing. This is simply because their minds want to explore every option. 

Rather than forcing them to choose, gently guide them toward their values. For instance, they may value being able to participate in tag with their friends, and a healthy dinner of vegetables and protein may win out over macaroni and cheese because of that. You can also provide creative outlets for your Gemini kid to express their feelings, thoughts, and emotions. This can help them work through them without becoming overwhelmed.

Cancer (June 21 – July 22)

Cancers are known for being sensitive. These children may have big feelings and a need to express them to those around them. As a parent, it’s your job to make them feel safe and validated. Have them talk to you about big decisions, like where to go on a family vacation, and honor their feelings. They’ll gain confidence from being heard and included which will help them thrive throughout life.

Leo (July 23 – August 22)

Leo signs tend to be outgoing and bold. They want to show the world what they’ve got. You may notice your Leo child “acting out” or doing things just to get attention from you. Instead of punishing this behavior, let them know why it isn’t the most useful tactic to get attention. Give them plenty of praise for little accomplishments like cleaning their room or sharing with a friend, and let them know that you are their number one fan — even when they’re not showing off.

Virgo (August 23 – September 22)

Virgos are inherently ambitious and set lofty goals — for themselves and others. This can prompt them to develop unrealistic expectations and feel let down often. Particularly if your Virgo kids have social media profiles, they can begin comparing themselves to others. If you notice that social media is affecting their body image or sense of self-worth, help them refine who they follow or restrict their social media use. 

Cyberbullying can also be an issue, sometimes bombarding your child with negative comments that seem inescapable. Monitoring their social media and how it affects their mood is an insightful way to find ways to help them. Teach them about healthy social media use and resilience in the face of negativity.  

Libra (September 23 – October 22)

Libra placements are often praised to be the most beautiful and well-balanced. However, Libra children can feel left out easily or like their problems are more prominent than others. Involving them in family meetings, letting them join group outings with friends, and validating their feelings can help tremendously.

Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)

Scorpios tend to be ambitious, loyal, and brave, but they can also exhibit jealousy and secrecy at times. If you notice your Scorpio child lying about doing their homework or walking the dog, let them know that they can trust you. Rather than acting out of anger, try to understand that they may feel the need to be secretive around you. Ask them what you can do to make your home a safe place where they can feel heard and able to express their opinions freely.

Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21) 

Sagittarius kids can be adventurous and bold. This can often lead to impulsive decisions. Try to understand where this is coming from while making changes to protect their safety. For instance, you may give your Sagittarius kid an allowance. If you notice your child spending frivolously, talk to them about budgeting and how it can lead to greater purchases in the long run. Give them tools to cope, like waiting 24 hours before making a big decision.

Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)

While Capricorns are ambitious and hardworking, this can lead them to be overly self-critical. If your kid puts too much pressure on themselves, make sure that you aren’t adding to it. They can be sensitive but appear overly confident on the outside. You can assign them important responsibilities, but remind them that it takes collaborative effort to produce great results. Show this to them by having a family-run lemonade stand and assigning roles, allowing the Capricorn child to step back and observe others at times.

Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)

Aquarius children have a strong desire to express themselves and stand out from the crowd. If they feel they are being stifled, they may become unhappy or isolated. Within reason, let them dye their hair or paint their walls the color of their choice. Give them the autonomy to pick out clothes or listen to music. Although they may feel different than everyone, find ways to relate to keep your close bond.

Pisces (February 19 – March 20)

Your Pisces child may be a daydreamer, always thinking about how they can make life better — for themselves and others. Show them how these aspirations can become reality by taking them to volunteer at a soup kitchen or animal shelter. However, teach them that not everyone has good intentions and they should use discernment with their generosity.

Adjusting Your Parenting Style To Meet Their Needs

When it comes to astrology and parenthood, remember that your astrological placements most likely also affect how you intrinsically want to parent. The way your birth chart interacts with that of your child can cause certain dynamics to play out. It’s important to practice self-care as a parent, letting yourself make mistakes and giving yourself grace. Looking into the traits of your and your kid’s sun sign can give you insights into how to parent — and how to connect with your child’s true nature.

About the Author: Ainsley Lawrence is a writer who loves to talk about good health, balanced life, and better living through technology. She is frequently lost in a good book.