Who agree s that you should qualify by attending parenting classes befor you have a child???

Answer 1

Although this sounds like a good idea it creates a plethora of potential problems. For one, who pays for the classes? Are you willing to pay higher taxes so everyone can attend the classes? Secondly, what set of parenting standards do we use? Different cultures parent differently. Teaching "American" parenting might offend someone of another culture and vice-versa. Same thing goes for same sex parents versus heterosexual parents. Single parents and married parents will have different challenges also. And don't even get me started on welfare mothers who crank out kids just to stay on the government dole. I know there a lot of bad parents out there but mandating classes is not the solution.

Answer 2

In theory, setting aside the questions of funding and enforcement, it's not a bad idea. However, I'd reckon that attending a course and qualifying in something doesn't mean much when you're being woken up at 3 am by a baby with colic, or screamed abuse at by an angst-ridden teenager. I may be wrong, but I get the feeling you can only learn to be a parent by being a parent.

Answer 3

I don't agree with your statement totally. But I do believe that it would be beneficial to everyone in our country, in the world, if once a woman becomes pregnant, she should be required to take a parenting class. And the same for any man who impregnates a woman. Now, I know not everyone NEEDS this training, some people actually have COMMON SENSE! So there would need to be an opt-out, maybe like in college, a clept-out?, that if you already know common sense and the basics, you arent required to attend them.

Answer 4

I think it would be a good idea so you could get some tips on what you are likely to incounter while being a parent. I have two children and I learn new things each day that may help with the children. You could also get differnet info on how things work for different children and parents. Great way to know that you are not alone on this new thing in life.

Answer 5

I have two kids and never have taken a parenting class. I have heard great things about them. One thing I do know that everyone kids are different and a class is not going to answer all your questions. If you feel you need help as parent I would recommend going it is not for me though.

Answer 6

Absolutely no question about it with the alcoholic society that exists today

Some parents are absolutely perfect but others can be completely incapable of looking after themselves, not to mention a child

Answer 7

I've gone right off some people for their parenting skills. Also, we should take the stand of some European and Scandivian countries and not give a single penny in benefits unless its through widowhood or divorce, or if they lose their jobs through no fault of their own.

Answer 8

YEAH and if they get pregnant without passing the course then ABORTIONS FOR ALL
governments can barely run mundane utilities and services do you really think they can do a better job with your kids?
Also the best way to pick public officials, if yo wouldn't trust them to babysit, then don't put them in charge of the country

Answer 9

well this is a hard one,i hjave had 6 children and i think it depends on your approach as a parent, i can go to a restaraunt and know my children will sit nicely and behave yet there are other families whose children run riot,i like manners,some young girls are having babies when they are only children and yes some of those may need help, but motherhood is natural and the love and devotion comes naturally..if you think of it this way,, did our mums,nans etc take courses,,, i don`t think so..

Answer 10

i think that it should be based on individual merits. most midwives are intuitive enough to know when to encourage parenting classes. likewise my midwife felt more than happy to leave me to it as she knew just how sensible i am and that my boy was very well cared for. i do however think that there should be more guidance on a balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle for children, and much more support and services for breastfeeding mums as many people choose not to because it can be inconvenient. these issues will affect our nations future as a whole health-wise, and a bad diet can contribute to bad behaviour.