The number of the month - Archive
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.
Grandparents provide active support with childcare
Crafting, building, playing or going on outings: spending time with grandma and grandpa is an integral part of everyday life for many families. Grandparents are involved in the care of more than half of all children under the age of three. This is far more than just practical help - grandparents provide security, take the pressure off parents and give their grandchildren precious memories that will last a lifetime.
Share your experiences with us: what makes spending time with grandma and grandpa special for children?
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Strong family support
The Family Report 2024 shows just how important family support is: 82% of Germans say that they find help in stressful life situations primarily within their own family. Whether emotional support, practical help in everyday life or simply a sympathetic ear - for many, relatives such as their partner, parents, children or siblings are the first point of contact. The results make it clear: family is a reliable source of support for many people - especially in challenging times.
We asked you: Who is your first port of call when things get difficult in everyday life?
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Parents provide support for a carefree upbringing
Laughing, having fun, feeling safe - that's what many children in NRW experience. 87% of 5 to 11-year-olds say that they can laugh often or very often. Parents do a lot every day to enable a carefree childhood and adolescence.
We asked you: What is your recipe for ensuring that your children can grow up carefree
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Around 174,000 "i-Dötzchen" in North Rhine-Westphalia start school!
Behind every schoolchild is a family that has prepared the start of school with heart, patience and organization - from choosing a school bag to practicing the way to school. Thank you for this loving support! We wish everyone an unforgettable start to this new chapter in their lives!
We asked you: What did your family find most challenging when preparing for the start of school?
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Reading aloud is and remains family time number one!
66.3% of mothers read together with their child several times a week - almost one in two even daily.
Reading aloud not only creates shared moments of closeness and security, but also strengthens language development and the bond between parents and child. Fathers also read with their children, but are most often out and about together: 70.5% go on an outing with their child at least once or twice a week. This creates shared experiences and opportunities for interaction and togetherness.
