Kids depend on their parents for comfort and stability, and sharing this journey with a partner makes it easier to provide a safe, happy childhood. Seeking pregnancy support together can help strengthen your relationship and ensure you’re prepared to take on parenthood together. Here’s how raising kids under one roof helps everyone grow.

What a Two-Parent Home Offers Children 

1. Broader Activity Options

When both caretakers work in a two-parent home, the combined income can allow their children to explore many interests and hobbies. Parents can sign their children up for artistic activities, such as dance or music lessons, or sports that involve buying personal equipment, like football or baseball. With two parents in the house, the children are likely to have transportation to and from these activities, as well as dedicated time to help with practice. Well-rounded activity schedules help children become responsible adults who work well with others and take pride in jobs well done.

2. More Time With Parents

If there is one parent in the home and they work long hours to support the family, they may not be able to spend as much time as they’d like with their child. With two parents in the home, it is more likely that there will be a parent available to help them with their homework, listen to their problems, read and play together, or cook for them. Children in two-provider homes often see their parents more because their schedules allow at least one of them to be with the kids.

3. Higher High School & College Graduation Rates

Studies show that children in two-parent homes are more likely to complete high school and college, and they may experience higher employment rates. This may be due to increased stability and support at home and observing a healthy relationship. This can prevent anger and socialization issues, among other behavioral problems that interfere with academic performance and holding job positions. Kids have the chance to focus on their studies instead of acting out with negative behavior to receive attention. 

Receive pregnancy support from Women’s Care Medical Center of Baldwin County, offices located in Robertsdale and Gulf Shores, AL, as you plan for your baby’s arrival. The facility has provided prenatal care services to area women since 1990, with the health and safety of patients always the top priority. Call (251) 947-2111 today to make an appointment or learn more about pregnancy support services online. Like the Facebook page for additional pregnancy support tips.