Mandatory Parenting Classes

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While a mother is pregnant with her first child, she is probably full of fear at the thought of being a good mother, and how she’ll do for her child. The father is most likely experiencing the same fear. To help with fear and anxiety of a new child, parenting classes are available. Making these classes mandatory for parents-to-be can teach them everything from feeding a baby to being able to communicate with a teen. Even just a few classes can boost the soon-to-be parents’ confidence.
With mandatory classes, parents can learn how to safely care to a child, like learning how to feed properly, diaper changing, and safe sleeping arrangements. Learning to feed can promote meeting proper nutrition, and growth. Diaper changing seems like a simple

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