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ACHPER NSW
Community and Family Studies
HSC Enrichment Day2012
Parenting and Caring
A parent is someone who plays an integral role in the development of children in their family unit. Parents contribute to raising and nurturing children in their care. There are two types of parents, biological and social parents.
a Carer…
a Parent…
A carer is someone who supports the needs and wellbeing of the person within their care due to age, disability, and/or illness. There are two types of carers, paid and unpaid.
Carers can be parents, parents can be carers, but not all carers are parents.
(Beattie, B. Rayner, K. Rayner and Roberts; 2009)
Students learn about Students learn to
becoming parents and carersbiological parents• pregnancy- planned- unplanned
• examine what it means to be a parent, either biological or social, for both females and males
managing parenting and caring responsibilitiespreparations for becoming a parent or carer• social changes parents and carers may have to make
• examine current and future areas for development necessary as a consequence of becoming a parent or carer
Syllabus Content
(Board of Studies NSW, 2009)
What does it mean to be a Biological or Social parent?
Activity One
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TrxjanbSb2o
A biological parent provides the genetic material through
the sperm and ovum to create a foetus during intercourse or
using reproductive technologies.
A social parent does not share the same genetic relationship with their child. They include foster,
adoptive, step and surrogate parents. There are various legal and social implications of social
parenting.
Activity One
Focus Question
Compare the impact of planned and unplanned
pregnancy on the emotional wellbeing of parents
(8 marks)
( Board of Studies NSW, 2004)
Becoming a Biological Parent Planned Vs Unplanned
Pregnancy
Planned Both Unplanned
Using assisted reproductive technologies
Unprotected sex Unwanted sex
Consulting a GP before trying
to fall pregnant
Engaging in sexual intercourse during
ovulation
Improper use of contraceptive
Activity Two
Compare Emotional ImpactPregnancy as a result of Unprotected Sex
Activity Three
Pregnancy as a
result of Unprotecte
d Sex
Pregnancy as a
result of Unprotecte
d Sex
Planned: Feelings of joy, happiness and preparedness
because they have planned for the pregnancy emotionally and have
discussed the pregnancy at length as a couple.
Unplanned: Feelings of fear and nervousness
because they are not prepared for the pregnancy as it something they have not discussed or planned for as
a couple.
Activity Three
Planned: Feelings of elation and preparedness for the birth of the
babybecause the couple decided to engage
in sexual intercourse during ovulation as it is the ideal time to fall pregnant as a woman as a woman
is the most fertile.
Unplanned: Feelings of panic and worry for the couple involved
because they are caught off guard and took a risk engaging in sexual intercourse while the woman was the
most fertile.
Engaging in sexual intercourse during ovulation
Engaging in sexual intercourse during ovulation
Activity Three
Physical- Attend prenatal courses- Improve health before conception- Cease use of alcohol and other drugs- Regular appointments with doctors and specialists
Social- Arrange child-free time with partner- Investigate available support services - Seek support from other family members- Attend parenting groupsEconomic - Create a family budget- Discuss return to work- Purchase equipment for baby- Adjust payments for bills and other commitments
Emotional- Discuss thoughts, feelings and issues with partner - Work on self-regulation techniques- Recognise that other children may become jealous
Preparations for Becoming a Parent.Activity Four
Focus Question
Describe social changes females and males make when preparing to become parents
(4 marks)
(Board of Studies NSW, 2003)
Social Changes when Preparing to Become a Parent
Notes…• Tension arises between parents• Disagreements• Patience is stressed• Relationship is tested• Blame• Pressure to return to work• Pressure to be the bread winner• Working causes issues• Sleep deprivation, especially for mother• Isolation• May hide feelings• Isolated from friends•May feel they can’t socialise without their children and/or partner• Disconnectedness from those friends without children
Activity Five
http://raisingchildren.net.au/articles/your_relationship_video.html/context/1075
Current and Future areas for Development
CURRENT(Finding out you are
pregnant)
FUTURE(After the baby is born)
P Parenting groups can provide you with moral support before the baby is born
Parenting groups can provide you with a means to ask questions about your
experiences
A Attending courses after the baby is born to help build
skills in breast feeding, baby massage and/or settling
techniques
R Relationship building with friends who are already
parents
Relationships are strengthened between friends who have children and outings are
planned together
E Enrol in pre-natal yoga or another activity to meet
other new mothers
N Need to read and research on various ways to raise your
child
Need to research on various childcare or schooling for the
child
T Time spent together as a family is important for the
strengthening of relationships and bonding
S Support services are investigated
CURRENT(Finding out you are
pregnant)
FUTURE(After the baby is born)
P Parenting groups can provide you with moral support before the baby is born
Parenting groups can provide you with a means to ask questions about your
experiences
A Attend prenatal classes for the development of various
skills and knowledge
Attending courses after the baby is born to help build
skills in breast feeding, baby massage and/or settling
techniques
R Relationship building with friends who are already
parents
Relationships are strengthened between friends who have children and outings are
planned together
E Enrol in pre-natal yoga or another activity to meet
other new mothers
Enrol in planned physical activity or recreational
activities to have some child-free time
N Need to read and research on various ways to raise your
child
Need to research on various childcare or schooling for the
child
T Time spent with your partner is precious
Time spent together as a family is important for the
strengthening of relationships and bonding
S Support services are investigated
Support services are used to assist in various areas of
child rearing
Activity Six
Good luck for CAFS and your
HSC!