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Helplines in Scotland.

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Lone Parent Helpline offers free, compassionate and confidential support over phone and online chat. We support single parents...


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At Children 1st Parentline we believe that all children have the right to be cared for and loved in their own families and...


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Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol and Drugs is dedicated to providing free and confidential support and information by...


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Finding raising children challenging? Parenting hotlines are available in Scotland

Parenting comes with a wide range of challenges. Providing safety, giving emotional warmth, tending to your child's psychological and social needs, and caring for their physical well-being, could sometimes overwhelm you. You can get support from 4 parenting hotlines in Scotland if you are noticing:

  • You spread yourself too thin
  • Finding it challenging to control your emotions when your child misbehaves
  • Being afraid to let your child experience pain, disappointment, and frustration
  • Insecurity about how to teach your child about responsibility and consequences
  • Struggling with limiting screen-time
  • Not having enough time for quality parenting
  • Fearing whether you will be able to provide your child with everything that they need
  • Worrying about ensuring quality education for your child

It’s perfectly normal to be confused, scared, and frustrated as a parent sometimes. It’s a challenging experience, and everyone copes with it differently. It can be difficult to go through it feeling alone or misunderstood.

Let's be honest – parenting is one of the hardest things that you'll ever do. It can also be the most rewarding. Every parent needs support, and there is no shame in accessing it when you need it. People in Scotland are ready and available to help you on your parenting journey and support you to raise your family in a way that works for your unique situation.

If you feel like you might need support with parenting, try reaching out to a hotline in Scotland. It's free and confidential.


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