Ch 2 cd
- 2. Journal #1 -- How would you define the word family?
- 3. I. The importance of familiesWhat is a family?Group of 2 or more people who care about each other and are committed to each otherA family is the child’s first connection to the worldFamily is one of the best gifts – to love and be lovedProvides a safe environment from which to exploreGives a sense of belonging
- 4. II.Typesof familiesA. Nuclear familyGroup of 2 generationsFather, mother, at least 1 childSome include adoptive children as well as biological childrenSome include foster childrenVary in size & structure
- 5. B. Extended familyFamily group including relatives other than parents & children with single householdWoman raising 2 grandsonsSometimes refers to additional relatives household who give emotional support
- 6. C. Single-parent familyConsists of one parent & 1 or more childrenNever marriedDivorceDeath
- 7. D. Blended familyConsists of married couple & at least 1 child from previous relationshipStep-parentingWhat kind of family do you belong to??
- 8. III. Family life cycleSeries of stages in predictable order for familiesUsually go through the stages in the same order, just at different timesDifferences b/n families, yet similaritiesAmount of time in each stage varies
- 9. THE FAMILY LIFE CYCLEA. Beginning stageCouple establishes home & marriage relationshipB. Child bearing stagePrepare & adjust to parenthoodC. Child rearing stageContinue to work to meet changing needs – develop independence
- 10. D. Launching stageMiddle ageCaregivers of both kids & parents “sandwich stage”Gradually leaving home parents help children to adapt to life on their ownE. Empty nest Middle age, grandparentsAll the kids are out of the houseA couple againF. RetirementAdjust to aging processDevelop new interestsRenew old ones
- 11. Variations in family life cycle:Single adulthoodSingle parenthoodDivorceRemarriageCouples without childrenAdult children who move back in with parents
- 12. IV. Trends that affect family systems:Some create stresses, others encourage family unityA. More women in work force – 80%Growing need for child careParents spending less time with children?B. Rising population of older citizensNeed more care from childrenC. Changing family rolesRoles are less clearly definedWife - cook, clean, care for childrenHusband – work, handle finances, discipline, large decisionsPLAY FAMILY ROLE GAME
- 13. D. mobile societyIndividuals or families move oftenFamily often lack close connection with family & friendsMore reliance on own members & long-distance relationships
- 14. E. Awareness of family valuesIn a sense, families have gained increasing recognitionGovernment involved in insuring rights, health careFamily friendly policiesMore flex working hoursOn-site child care centers
- 15. V. Great need for healthy familyProtectionSupportSense of identityAcceptanceSocial developmentWhat’s appropriate behavior and language through modelingGuides behavior and learning
- 16. Being able to forgiveUnconditional loveLoyalty and trust toward one anotherCoping skillsTechniques that help people solve problems or adapt to a situationConfront difficulties regularlySometimes need to accept outside helpProblems are NOT a sign of weakness, identify it early & dev. Skills to solve it
- 17. VI. Strengths of healthy familiesSense of commitment to each other and to GodTime spent togetherPray togetherEat togetherPlan time to spend togetherStrong, clear communicationAppreciation of each otherAffirm each other that you careShared beliefs and traditionsChurch, attend family gathering, participate in family traditions
- 18. Section 2I.Considerationof ParenthoodA. Parenthood brings changes1. New responsibilitiesThe baby is TOTALLY dependant on YOUConsider babies needs, not just yoursGood management is the keyTime, money, energy, knowledge, skillsCall on family, friends, church for help
- 19. 2. Changes in lifestyleCaring for a newborn takes much TIMELimits parents personal freedomNot so easy to go anywhere at any time
- 20. 3. Emotional adjustmentsAnxiety about the baby & how to care for itFear of not being a good parentFrustration of loss of personal freedomLoneliness from spending time at home along with babyDoubts about being a parentWorry about $Jealousy of attention the baby getsDepression – tired & hormone changes
- 21. 4. Changes in relationshipsChanges in couples’ relationshipFriendships, less timeNew roles for extended family
- 22. 5. Rewards of parenthoodFar outweigh any challengeHappiness, pride, loveSense of accomplishment
- 23. II.Making Decisions about Parenthood1. Emotional MaturityAre you equipped & ready emotionallyAge isn’t the dependant
- 24. 2. Desire for parenthoodWhy do I want a child nowPg 54. Sound & Unsound reasons
- 25. Sounds ReasonsAdd depth to a relationship, which is already strongDesire to give a baby your care and loveFeel good about yourselfParenthood will be a meaningful and rewarding experienceExperience the special bond b/n parent and child that lasts for a lifetimeYou love children and want to be a parent
- 26. Unsound ReasonsMarriage is in trouble….maybe this will solve the problemsA baby is someone who will love me and belong to meYou feel like your nobody. Being a parent will make you somebodyYou want someone who will take care of you when you are oldParents want grandchildren
- 27. 3. Health considerationsOver 35 – high health risks for both mother & baby4. Management skillsEvaluate family’s needs & wantsDecide on family goalsFind resources to reach those goals5. Financial considerationsMay need to change lifestyleCalculate costs ahead of time, see if ableMay have to quit work to take care of baby, loss of income or daycare???