Title: Examine attitudes and expectations related to parenthood.
Course: GRADS – Family Focus (19905-36) > Section: Adjusting to Parenthood

Examination should include

- thoughts on what being a parent means
- feelings about being a parent
- effect of parent’s attitude on a child’s development
- personal goals in relation to beliefs about parenting.

Process/Skill Questions

Thinking

- Who is a parent?
- What fears might a person have about becoming a parent?
- What might influence a person’s decision to become or not become a parent?

Communication

- What does it feel like to be a parent, and how do these feelings influence the parent-child relationship?
- How does having a positive attitude toward parenting influence your child's self-esteem?

Leadership

- What do you think would happen if men were largely responsible for parenting?
- What sacrifices have your parents made for you, and what sacrifices are you prepared to make for your child?

Management

- What do your goals say about your beliefs about parenting?
- What goals do you have for your newborn child?
- What values would you like to instill in your child?