Author Question: Explain the dynamics related to transition to parenthood and describe practices that would be ... (Read 52 times)

ssal · **on:** Sep 11, 2018

Explain the dynamics related to transition to parenthood and describe practices that would be supportive for new parents.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Select, paraphrase and describe early education practices based on four of Bronfenbrenners seven propositions from Chapter 3. Identify and explain which one of the four you believe to be most relevant to your work in early education.

What will be an ideal response?

katieost · **Reply #1 on:** Sep 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Dynamics
Changes to couples routine lead to changes in their relationship
Couples relationships with others are affected
Few feel prepared to meet newborns constant needs
Men and women have different reactions
Traditionalization of roles
Postpartum
Employment patterns
Much unknown about transition to parenthood for teens and single parents
Practices
Awareness of forms of support for parents
Understand needs
Share information about interventions
Other relevant responses are acceptable

Answer to Question 2

Both objective and subjective experience is a critical element.
Reciprocal interactions with others influence development.
All development is influenced by individual characteristics and by all of the systems.
Interactions with adults with whom children have strong emotional attachments are necessary.
Strong attachment leads to motivation and curiosity.
Childrens attachment figures are capable of more optimal interactions with them when they have close ties to another person.
Children and parents influence one another.