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Just you asking that question leads me to believe that you are. Being concerned like that will make you more aware of what you are trying to do right and what mistakes you might make.
Here is an article that I guide parents to when they question themselves.
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/25153/being_a_good_parent_what_does_it_mean.html
Good luck and best wishes.