Parents are often criticised by others as being "bad parents". Many parents and carers also judge themselves and feel guilty for making parenting choices that leave their child and themselves both feeling negative emotions. However, it is important to remember that supporting a child's social, emotional, academic and psychological wellbeing is challenging and stressful - especially in the busy and complex world we live in.
To succeed, parents can benefit from parent education programs and accessing resources to nurture their child's development. Parenting isn't about perfection - it's about progress. Every parenting challenge is an opportunity for the parent to learn, grow, and with this new understanding, to create a loving environment where their children feel valued, understood, and supported - the ideal context to support a child's mental and physical wellbeing.
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