What type of parenting is the most suitable for bringing up a child?

Why experts agree authoritative parenting is the most effective style. Studies have found that authoritative parents are more likely to raise confident kids who achieve academic success, have better social skills and are more capable at problem-solving.

Can you work from home and look after a child?

If you are on your own working at home, team up with other local parents (if it is safe and permitted to do so). But, for example, one parent might be able to take a couple of children on a bike ride to free up another parent for work commitments. (Do check current local guidance first.)

Can you work from home and take care of a baby?

It is possible to work from home while caring for your little ones, but you may find it helpful to create a rough schedule and plan some fun indoor activities ahead of time so you have the supplies you’ll need on hand.

What are the characteristics of men and women who raise children?

The children I studied, and those growing up around us now—those kids being raised by gay moms and dads in loving, nurturing homes—promise to offer, as adults, the best characteristics of men and women. They are emotionally literate.

Why do gay couples get matched with adoptees faster?

Another reason why gay couples get matched with adoptees more quickly, according to Pérez’s sources, is that gay couples, even all-white ones, are more open to adopting children of color than their straight white counterparts.

Are there any scientific studies on gay parenting?

In an interview with BU Today, Siegel acknowledges the limits of all this research: none of the studies has been a randomized, controlled trial—the Holy Grail of scientific investigation—and all studies of gay parenting are necessarily small, since there aren’t many gay parents.

Are women more emotionally attached to their kids than men?

But generally speaking a woman’s emotional attachment to her kids is stronger, or at least more apparent, than a father’s may be. This has a lot to do with the high expectations moms are held to as opposed to dads, who are relegated to a supportive role.