Family Life Cycle Family Life Free Powerpoint Templates

On your own, brainstorm some steps a couple goes through in a life time. Then get with a partner and compare lists.

Family Life Cycle Right now you are part of your parents life cycle, when you get married you will start your own Each stage has its challenges and rewards

Stage 1 – Newly Married Life on their own and provide for themselves Takes on new roles Husband and wife New responsibilities Couple needs to develop communication and solve problems Set goals Plan for the future

Stage 2 – Early Parenthood Pregnancy and the birth of first child start this stage Role adjustments Mother and father vs childless couple Understand child development Budgeting for needs Complex relationships as more children are born Need flexibility Most time is spent at work and parenting Time alone is precious but NEEDED!!!! Video clip from Parenthood

Rewards of Parenting Seeing children grow and learn Communication leads to trust or mistrust Relationships grow stronger Grandparents can help with parenting

Later Parenthood Occurs when children reach teen years Role adjustents Puberty in adolescence (from child to young adult) Teen takes on responsibility Parents responsible until you turn 18 Conflicts can occur Children demand freedom Dating, choice of clothing, and friends

Rewards Communications is vital; decision making Use of empathy, keeps channels open Respect keeps relationships growing

What challenges does a family go through between early parenthood and later parenthood?

Stage 4 – Empty Nest When all children are gone (Praise Jesus!!!) No more dependents Children are responsible for themselves Often get married Role adjustments Still involved but significantly less May be grandparents This stage may seem lonely Empty nesters may need to care for their parents Financially Physical care A chance to renew their relationship

With a partner discuss some changes that a couple goes through from parenthood to empty nest?

Stage 5 – Retirement Stage After both spouses enter retirement Planning for retirement is very important A time to focus on themselves, hobbies, volunteer work, travel, or leisure Coping with this stage can be hard Low self-esteem, meant to work Health and financial worries

Retirement Stage Cont’ Death of a spouse Death of one partner ends the life cycle Return to single living Challenges Emotional loss Adjusting to life style Personal freedoms (income, health, self-esteem) Where to live Staying active

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