responsibilities of parenting 2.1 parenting and families
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RESPONSIBILITIES OF PARENTING
2.1 Parenting and Families
Parenting
The process of caring for children and helping them grow and develop.
Can be very complicated.Impacts individuals, families, and societiesOne of the most important roles in a person’s
life.
Making a Positive Difference
Treat others with kindness and considerationSome neighborhood children can benefit from
having a teen friend.Volunteer or work with children
Learning About Child Development
What to expect when raising childrenWhat to expect when you are expectingParenting skillsDiscipline optionsLearn and understand what the child may be
going through (developmental stages)Interacting with children positively
Parenthood Readiness
Parenting Skills- can be learned!!Take classes in child development and
parenting in school, at hospitals, community groups, and private instructors.
Read reliable books, magazine articles, etc.Gain experienceAsk for adviceObserve parents and children
Stages of Parenthood
Psychologist Ellen GalinskyBetween Generations: The Six Stages of
ParenthoodResearch finding based on interviews with
parentsGalinsky describes how parents develop
through their interaction with their children.
Stages of Parenthood
Stage 1: Image-MakingTime Period: PregnancyParents’ Task: Begin to imagine themselves
as parents.
Stages of Parenthood
Stage 2: NurturingTime Period: Birth to Age 2Parents’ Task:
Become emotionally attached to the child. May question relative worth of other priorities
Stages of Parenthood
Stage 3: AuthorityTime Period: Age 2 to 4 or 5Parents’ Task:
Determine rules Clarify role as authority figure
Stages of Parenthood
Stage 4: InterpretiveTime Period: Age 4-5 to Age 13Parents’ Task:
Rethink their role as parents Decide what knowledge, skills, and values the child
needs
Stages of Parenthood
Stage 5: InterdependentTime Period: AdolescenceParents’ Task:
Establish boundaries Find disciplinary methods appropriate for teens
Stages of Parenthood
Stage 6- DepartureTime Period: Child leaves homeParents’ Task:
Evaluate their parenting
New Responsibilities / Changes
Lifestyle Change Less free time (or “ME” time)
Emotional Adjustment Stressful Negative emotions are normal (fear, frustration,
worry, jealously, depression due to exhaustion)Relationship Changes
COMMUNICATE!!!!!Employment AdjustmentsLegal Responsibilities
Rewards
Can bring a lot of joy and happinessSee the world differentlyEnrich an already strong marriage / familyGreat sense of accomplishment and pride
What are the five area’s of parenthood readiness?
Emotional MaturityDesire to be a parentHealthFinancial ResponsibilityResource Management
Parenthood Readiness
Emotional Maturity- being responsible enough to consistently put someone else’s needs before your own needs.
Parenthood Readiness
Desire for Parenthood Do you want to have children? Why do you want children? Are you ready to handle the challenges of parenthood?
Parenthood Readiness
Health Consideration- get a medical check up. Some medical problems can affect the health of the baby or the parents’ ability to care for a child.
Consider Age: under 17 or over 35 pregnancy is riskier for both the mother and baby.
Parenthood Readiness
Financial Concerns- Raising a child is expensive. How will you pay for clothes, health care, food, equipment, toys, childcare, etc.
Parenthood Readiness
Resource Management Skills- parents need to use their resources wisely.
Five Key Steps:1. Set Goals- what is important.2. Identify Resources- make a list3. Make a Plan- decide how you will use your
resources4. Put the Plan in Action- start working towards
the goal.5. Re-Evaluate from Time to Time- step back and
take a look at progress.
Family Goals
Buying a houseBuying a CarSending the child to preschoolEducationVacation
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