We inspire and support parents
We believe that we need to celebrate the fundamental role that parents play in the lives of children and their community.
Being a parent is the most important job you can do. It also lasts a lifetime.
Some say it is a journey filled with amazing rewards and sometimes seemingly impossible challenges.
There is no such thing as the perfect parent, just as there is no such thing as the perfect child. Children and parents learn together. The way you parent will be influenced by your own experiences of being parented, your own values and beliefs as well as the unique qualities and personality of your child.
Parents tell us they want different things at different times to support them in their parenting. They want:
- Affirmation - parents want to know they are on the right track.
- Reassurance – parents want to know that they can change their parenting approach if they want to and they are not the only people who experience difficulties at times.
- Share common experiences – parents have much to learn from other parents.
- Information – parents want more information and ideas on aspects of parenting in which they lack confidence.
Through our resources, websites and training, we try to inspire parents, boost their confidence and promote the importance of children.
Visit our website at www.kidscount.com.au to find out about the ways we support and inspire parents.