Date
12-2024
Document Type
Capstone Project (Open Access)
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Department
Human Development & Family Science
Abstract
Parents are often caught off guard by the upheaval of adding children to their lives. Feelings of guilt, shame, isolation, and depression can arise when parents are faced with the demands and stressors that come along with having children. Studies have shown that children who have distressed parents endure lasting negative outcomes that can extend into the primary school years (Mihelic et al., 2018). Educating parents and giving them some awareness about what to expect can make a real difference. To have these conversations, I created a two-part parenting workshop for new parents at Parents’ Place in Pacific Grove, CA. The workshop provided a foundation for the parenting journey, highlighting important components of parenting, emotional triggers, self-care practices, and grounding techniques. In addition, some basic tools were discussed to manage this life change and to work on “parenting with grace.” Grace for themselves and grace for their children.
Recommended Citation
Nelson Cole, Eva, "Parenting with Grace" (2024). Capstone Projects and Master's Theses. 1862.
https://digitalcommons.csumb.edu/caps_thes_all/1862
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Adult and Continuing Education Commons, Behavior and Behavior Mechanisms Commons, Early Childhood Education Commons, Family and Consumer Sciences Commons, Health and Physical Education Commons, Maternal and Child Health Commons, Public Health Education and Promotion Commons, Women's Health Commons
