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Families are varied; they include step families and single parents. When families break up, or change, it can be stressful. Some parents find topics like sex hard to discuss, so it’s good to pick up some tips about talking to your children.

Families

Families vary a lot. They can be a happy or stressful if there is regular conflict. Learn how to manage conflict.

Relationships

Relationships can be difficult to negotiate, especially when a new baby comes along or the family changes.

Sex education

Sex education is important, but not everyone finds it easy to talk to children and teenagers about sex.

Support for parents

Parenting can be difficult so it’s good to know there is help for parents when they need it.

More information
Family Relationships Online.
Parenting SA - Families that work well.
Parenting SA - Single parenting.
Parenting SA - Stepfamilies.
Department for Communities, WA.

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