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Does your family eat together every day?

Illustration: 88 Prozent der Familien essen einmal täglich zusammen.

Communal meals are a daily routine for the majority of families, where everyone comes together. Around 88% eat together at least once a day. In 2 out of 3 families, children and young people have a say in the choice of food and in around half of families they help to cook. This promotes well-being, self-determination and the ability to actively shape their own health.

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The number of the month: Families in NRW take on responsibility and achieve a lot every day. Every month, we present a figure here that provides an insight into everyday family life.

All figures can be found in the archive.

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Cooking together and healthy

Time for conversations in the kitchen

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Healthy snacks for elementary school

This ensures variety in the lunch box: Tips for parents to whet children's appetites

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News for families in NRW

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Mothers' pension III comes into force in 2027

On January 1, 2027, the so-called Mothers' Pension III will extend child-raising periods for all children born before 1992 to three years. This means that parents of all children - regardless of their year of birth - will be treated equally when it comes to child-raising periods. The regulation will be implemented in 2028 with retroactive payment.

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New video game "Who is Bilal?" strengthens media skills

"Who is Bilal?" is an interactive mobile game for teenagers and young adults. It uses digital detective work to uncover the story of Finn, who, according to the signs, has become radicalized online. The state government is thus launching a new educational offer to prevent Islamist radicalization and disinformation and strengthen media literacy.

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International Women's Day - What does March 8 mean?

International Women's Day offers families a good opportunity to talk to children about equality and the rights of girls and women. The website kindersache.de explains the background in an age-appropriate way for children from elementary school upwards and invites them to engage with the significance of the day of action.

More information on International Women's Day at kindersache.de
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Strengthening obstetrics: more midwife delivery rooms for NRW

The state government is continuing to support midwife-led delivery rooms in maternity clinics, thereby strengthening obstetric care in NRW. Since 2021, half of all maternity clinics in North Rhine-Westphalia have already been supported in setting up a midwife-led delivery room. Further interested maternity clinics can now also receive funding.

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Ministry of Family Affairs increases the budget for "Elternstart NRW"

Parents face many new challenges, especially in the first few months of life. The "Elternstart NRW" program, whose funding has now been more than doubled, offers guidance here. The free offer provides support with advice and courses. Find out more about Elternstart NRW and other educational offers for young families.

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Equal Care Day: Tips for discussing the division of labor in the family

On March 1, Equal Care Day focuses on the fair distribution of care work in families - because even though fathers are slowly catching up, women still perform the majority of unpaid care work. In order for parents to work together fairly, it is important to discuss the division of labor. Here you will find tips for the exchange.

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Family life in focus

My child

Schwangerschaft und Geburt

Exciting months: The most important things until the birth

Pregnancy

The first year of baby: 12 exciting months

0 to 1 years

Toddler: walking, talking, discovering the world

1 to 3 years

Kindergarten child: Conquering the next milestones

3 to 6 years

Schoolchild: Education and upbringing come to the fore

6 to 10 years

Puberty: Getting through challenging times well

10 to 16 years

School leavers: On the road to adulthood

16 to 18 years

Finally 18: What changes when you come of age

18+ years

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Active fatherhood

Impulses, offers and experience reports for fathers

ABC of emergency numbers

Important hotlines and emergency numbers at a glance

Adoption & foster families

Procedures, requirements and ways around adoption and foster families

Single parents

Support and relief for single mothers and fathers

Loneliness

Information, support and contact points for affected families

Familiendialog.NRW

Space for exchange, questions and new ideas

Family associations NRW

One common goal: strengthening families

Grandparents

How to create a supportive family environment for young and old

Family International

Information and important tips for the first steps

Creative time

Fun with the whole family: let's play together!

Living with disability

Counseling, support and contact points for affected families

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Multi-child families

Helpful offers as well as support options

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Patchwork Families

Newly thrown together: How can this work?

Legal changes

Latest news on family law from the law and the judiciary

Rainbow Families

Colored Cohabitation: Parenting in queer family models

Separation

Parenthood: How should it continue?

Compatibility

Information and tips on reconciling family and the world of work

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Quickly found: On-site advice

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The family guide

Are you looking for support or advice in your area? With our family guide, you can quickly find suitable contact points in North Rhine-Westphalia - from pregnancy counseling to family associations to youth welfare offices. Simply enter your zip code and discover what's on offer!

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Everything in view: Important checklists for families

Checklist: Baby first equipment

In the first few weeks with your baby, everything will be new and exciting. So that you can concentrate fully on your child during this time, it's reassuring to have your first equipment to hand. The following list contains recommendations for the first equipment.

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Checklist: Clinic bag

The birth is a unique event. It's best to think carefully beforehand about what you want to take with you to the hospital when it starts.

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Checklist: Financial and formal matters

There are a few things to think about and take care of before and after the birth. The following list will give you an overview of the most important formalities that you need to take care of before and after the birth.

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