Parenting Education

Parents are an important part of a child's development. In order to foster HOPE and well-being for children, it is helpful for parents to be supportive (affection and involvement) as well as controlling (setting limits and supervision). Here are six parenting practices as given by the National Extension Parent Education Model which prove to be extremely useful to a child's well-being. 

*A parent should care for self.  Learn to manage stress, ask for and accept help.

*A parent should be understanding. Recognize how children respond to what is happening around them.

 

*A parent should guide. Model appropriate behavior, establish limits, teach problem-solving skills. 

*A parent should nurture. Express compassion and affection. Listen. Teach kindness. 

*A parent should motivate. Teach children about themselves and the world around them. 

*A parent should advocate. Build relationships with the community. Stimulate social exchange. 

Best outcomes come from parents who first put themselves into a position to learn how to parent, then learn how to support, encourage, and guide children without too much control in regards to their children's thoughts and feelings.