There is not a parent in this country that does not need help when it comes to parenting children. Whether you are the President of the United States, or the First Lady, asking for parenting help is often a necessity. The following is an excerpt taken from The New York Times author, Lisa Belkin:
“Anyone who thinks Michelle Obama always had a perfect marriage should read the chapter in Obama’s “The Audacity of Hope” where he writes about the strains on their marriage when he was in Washington, she in Chicago, both working, and the child care, house care, etc., were left to her. Granted, she had a very high-salaried job, but it didn’t take away from the resentment she felt at carrying the whole ball of their family life and feeling that nothing was done well enough. She could barely give him the “tenderness” (his words) he wanted when he was at home (on weekends).”
“In an interview with Michelle Obama during the campaign when she was asked about raising the kids, holding down a job, having an ambitious husband. She said that when she realized she could ask for help — from her mother (who was willing to help) and friends, sitters, etc., her marriage got better.”
Sometimes “good parenting” involves asking for help. Parenting help is available in many forms. Don’t be afraid to ask for help from:
- Friends
- Neighbors
- Relatives
- Community Agencies
- Professional Counseling Services
- Religious Organizations
- Schools
Parenting help is available now at: I Need Parent Help
