Parenting challenges you on all levels. It may affect who you are as a person, as a partner, a friend, and a professional. Children are the biggest joy and the biggest responsibility. If you are experiencing any of the following, 5 parenting hotlines are available Malawi to support you:

Not finding the right balance between who you are as an individual and a parent
Being afraid to let your child experience pain, disappointment, and frustration
Having a hard time saying “no” to your child
Unsure of what discipline techniques work best
Feeling guilty over spending time at work instead of with your child
Not having enough time for quality parenting
Feeling overwhelmed when your kid has tantrums or misbehaves
Finding it challenging to control your emotions when your child misbehaves

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.

Parent needs all the help they can get. It’s a difficult role, and receiving support from people who empathize can be crucial. It may make the difference between exhaustion and enjoying parenting.

If you think you might need support with your parenting, consider contacting a helpline in Malawi for free, confidential help.