Stress, Storm and Pain of Adoloscence

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Adolescence

Boys and girls(13-19) not only undergo physical changes but also a rapid hormonal change. This is called puberty. This is the time when rapid hormonal changes take place in one’s body. Puberty in girls appears during 10-11 years and 11-13 years in boys. The appearance of secondary sexual characteristics are observed during this phase.

Adolescence is the time period between puberty and adulthood. It is often described as the period of stress, storm and pain. This is the time when adolescents not only faces physical changes but also a rapid psychological and emotional change. This happens due to hormonal changes inside the body and may also lead to mood swings and depression.

The various physical changes that take place during this time are discussed below.

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The 3 phases of pregnancy

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Pregnancy is the most critical stage of a woman as this is the time when she needs the maximum protection, love and care. The support of her partner is very much needed at this time for both her physical as well as her mental health.

There are three phases or stages of pregnancy which a woman undergoes before delivering her baby. Each phase has its own characteristics and must be dealt accordingly. The  three stages of pregnancy can be differentiated into the

1)     first trimester (week 1- week 12)

2)     second trimester (week 13- week 28)

3)     third trimester(week 29- week 40)

The time period of a normal pregnancy is 40 weeks and this is divided into three phases.

Each trimester is unique and is charecterised by different physical and emotional changes.

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Getting Pregnant

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Conception is the second step of pregnancy. Just after planning, the couple should take necessary precautions and start concentrating on conceiving. Conceiving needs the proper time and a bit of practice. The couple should be well aware of the time to get pregnant. The sexual life of the couple must be made as much as enjoyable as possible in order to make the process of getting pregnant an easy one. Some  important points should be taken care of before conceiving.

The couple should share a strong emotional and physical bonding with each other. Proper physical satisfaction is very essential for the woman to conceive easily. Having and raising a child involves lot of responsibilities and sacrifice. The couple should conceive only when they are aware of their duties and responsibilities. Both the partners have to be willing and fully participate in carrying out their duties in rearing up the child. Women during pregnancy need lot of psychological support from her partner. This is not possible unless the couple share a strong emotional bonding. Hence not only the mother but also the father has to be very supportive.

Secondly rearing up of a child not only involves responsibilities but also strong financial condition. The parents must be financially secured before conceiving. They must have a lot of money saved both for themselves and for the child.

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7 Signs of Bad Parenting

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Parenting is an art . It is the most difficult responsibility that a couple takes on. Being a good parent is not at all an easy task. Parenting is the process of raising a kid and instilling in him the right kind of attitude, morals and values. Bad parenting results in improper development of the child which ultimately results in creating a nuisance in the society. So parents must be very careful while rearing up a child and avoid such activities which has a negative impact on the child.

Signs of bad parenting

A parent must have a clear notion of what makes a bad parent. He should be aware of the consequences of bad parenting and work accordingly.
The various signs of bad parenting are discussed below.

1. Neglecting

The child suffers from insecurity if he feels that he or she is neglected. A child should be loved and not neglected. A child should never feel unwanted. A good parents should always try to provide the child with strong sense of security. A child seeks his parents’ love and affection and not their negligence and ignorance. Avoiding may result into creating a feeling of loneliness in the child.

2. Criticizing and comparing

Every child has some fault or the other. Nobody is superior to anybody. Criticizing and comparing one’s child with others is a very bad habit which should be avoided. Criticizing a child is very easy but rectifying is difficult. Never demoralize a child but encourage him with the right spirit.

3. Physical and verbal abuse

Don’t abuse the child physically or verbally. This leaves a long lasting negative impact on the child. A parent should use the right language while scolding the child. Scolding  should also be done in a polished way. A child is very sensitive to rude and harsh behaviour. So a child should be handled in a very delicate manner.

4. Pampering

There is a difference between loving your child and and pampering them. Too much of anything is bad. Pampering ultimately leads to development of  various negative traits in the child. The child may become arrogant, rude, and excessively demanding. Pampering your child is not the way to show your love for your child. Don’t blindly love your child but slowly make him understand the harsh realities of life.

5. Force

Forcing the child to work according to his parents’ wishes is another common practice which again have a negative impact on the child. A good parent should respect his child’s decision and help him to attain success. Forcing results in restricting the child’s own thought process and decision making power. Give your child space and avoid unnecessary interference in his life.

6. Shouting and screaming

Shouting at your child is a very unhealthy way of scolding your child. The child may in this case become aggressive and violent. Always try to make your child understand his mistakes and give him time to rectify them. Shouting and screaming does not help in making your child realize his mistakes.

7. Punishment

Punishing your child unnecessarily should be avoided. Punishment for every little matter will ultimately bring in a stage when the child will become indifferent to the idea of punishment. A good parent should avoid harsh discipline and also stop punishing the child for every small deed.

These are just a few parenting flaws which a parent should take note of while raising a kid.

Thus we see that parenting is an art which requires lot of attention , time and energy. A good parent is always respected and loved. It is the duty of the parents to look after the child”s all round development and ensure his proper progress.

Planning a Pregnancy

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Pregnancy is the most crucial period of a woman’s  life. Planning a pregnancy is  very important in order to deliver a healthy baby. Having a baby is a matter of great joy and excitement  for the couple but proper planning and necessary precautions should be taken during this period. A couple should start planning their pregnancy several months before in order to avoid complications.

 

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Building blocks of pregnancy

1)    A woman must be aware of the right time to get pregnant. The ideal time for a woman to get pregnant is in her twenties.  At this time the body is fully grown and capable of carrying a baby. Delaying the time of pregnancy may give rise to various complications. Getting pregnant at the right time is a very important issue for the delivery of a healthy baby.
2)    Infections have a negative impact on both the mother and the foetus. Infections can be very harmful for the foetus and may cause severe illness in the child. Infections may also get transmitted through sexual contact. So a mother should undergo a thorough check up before getting pregnant.

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Parenting…

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Parenting is a complex process that involves lot of hard work, patience, time and energy. It is the greatest responsibility that aims in proper and all round development of a child. Parenting is not a very easy process of just raising a child. A good parent must take care of the child’s social, moral, physical and cognitive needs as well.
The important question is… What makes a good parent??
Right from wrong

It is the duty of a good parent to help the child differentiate right from wrong. Parents should inform the child about the various wrong deeds which he should avoid. A child should be able to make the right choices for himself. A child in his process of growing up is bound to commit mistakes. But it is the responsibility of the parents to make him aware of his mistakes and help the child in taking right decisions in the future.
Role model

Try to be a role model for your child. Practice what you preach. The child should be able to learn from his parents. Don’t ask the child to do something which you do not follow.

Love and care

A child always seeks love, care and affection from his parents. A child should never feel unwanted at home. The parents should provide their child with a warm and lovable surrounding. A soft kiss or a gentle hug gives the child a strong sense of security. It is the duty of the parents to praise their children.  A little praise helps in boosting up their level of self –confidence.

Don’t compare

Never compare your child with  other children. Comparison is not at all healthy for the child’s development. This may instill in the child a sense of  inferiority complex. So a good parent should never criticize and compare his child with others.

Listen to your child

A good parent should always spend time with his child. He should talk to his child and listen to his problems. A good parent must also be a good listener. Don’t always impose things on your child. Make it a point to share his views and ideas as well. This will also help in keeping away communication gaps beween the child and the parent. Spending quality time and keeping your child engaged in various activities also helps in moulding the child’s personality.

Adolescence training

A child goes through various stages before becoming an adult. Adolescence is the most crucial period of one’s life. It is considered to be the period of  storm stress and pain. It is during this time that parents perform the most important role. The parents should keep his child informed about the various bodily changes that will take place during his adolescence. The child should be able to accept these changes sportingly and gradually proceed towards adulthood. The mother generally takes the leading role in educating her child in this respect. The child may become aggressive, violent or may be seen depressed all the time. These behavioural changes take place due to the various hormonal changes that take place in one’s body. So the parent should inform the child about the changes well ahead of time and help the child to cope up with  the changes without difficulty.

So a good parent must always stand by his child and help him overcome all the difficulties and develop a positive attitude towards life. Good parenting is very much necessary for the all round development of the child. The character, personalitiy, behaviour of the child reflects the type of parenting he receives.