Parenting involves loving, caring for, and teaching children. This responsibility is often shared by parents with others in the community. Parenting is rewarding work filled with challenges and learning experiences. It's through you, a parent, that your child develops the self-esteem, confidence, and social skills necessary to prepare for school, work, and community involvement.

Providing as much quality time as possible is especially important in the early years. Ideas and styles of parenting have changed as our society has changed. We often parent as we were parented and need to learn new ways. You are not alone. At some time, we all need help, reassurance, advice and support.