Not exact matches
Wallerstein provides a chapter on each: separating from the
family of origin;
building togetherness and creating autonomy; becoming parents; coping with crises; making a safe place for conflict; exploring sexual love and intimacy; sharing laughter and keeping interests alive; providing emotional nurturance; and preserving a double vision.
Using a
family problem - solving approach helps to avoid blaming, is supportive of
family members and
builds togetherness.
Whether you have fancy
built - ins, bunk beds or simple twin beds, sharing a room can be great for large
families, small homes, creating more
family togetherness or providing for those memorable sleepovers!
Not only does it
build the self esteem of our young children, it gives them a sense of stability and
family togetherness that they can fall back on when life gets tough.