Marriage and Parenthood

I. Preparing for marriage - I. Preparing for marriage - Intimacy plays a vital role in a marriage relationship. Philosophical intimacy - The sharing of beliefs, philosophy of life, and life principles. Psychological intimacy - The sharing of needs, drives, weaknesses, strengths, intentions, emotional feelings, and deepest problems. Creative intimacy - The sharing in the work or development of a project, task, or creation of something new. Physical intimacy - The sharing of physical expressions of love.

III. Monogamous Marriage II. Healthful Marriage A relationship between marriage partners that is based on equality, trust, communication, and commitment. III. Monogamous Marriage A marriage in which both people remain sexually faithful to one another.

IV. Conception V. Pregnancy VI. Prenatal Care The union of an egg and a sperm cell. V. Pregnancy The period between conception and birth. VI. Prenatal Care Care given to both mother and developing fetus before birth.

VII. Labor - Series of three stages that results VII. Labor - Series of three stages that results in the birth of a baby. 1) Latent phase - contractions of the uterus that cause the cervix and cervical opening to dilate. 2) Birth - strong contractions that move the baby through the birth canal. 3) Expulsion of placenta - placenta and other materials are delivered.

VIII. Responsible and caring parents. Spend quality time with children. Set realistic expectations. Teach children about health and safety. Give love and affection. Teach moral and ethical values. Teach a positive attitude, avoiding condemnation and criticism. Teach self-discipline and self-control.

IX. Dysfunctional Family A family in which feelings are not expressed openly and honestly, coping skills are lacking, and family members do not trust each other.

X. Healthful Family A family in which feelings are expressed openly and honestly, coping skills are adequate, and family members trust each other.