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Communal leisure activities must be suitable for all family members. What's more, excursions and trips must remain affordable - otherwise families with lots of children can quickly run up large sums of money. When the sun shines in summer, the local bathing waters in NRW provide a well-deserved cool-down - and for little money. Time flies and physical exercise is fun for the whole family. You should know the most important bathing rules to ensure that your trip to the bathing area remains safe. Find out more in the relevant topic block. And if the weather doesn't play along, we can recommend our classic games. Do you know Papperlapapp, Schiffe versenken, Käsekästchen and Stadt, Land und Mehr? They guarantee valuable gaming moments for young and old and are a great alternative to TV, smartphones etc. Simply download them here, print them out and gather the whole family around the table. Holiday experiences together - far away from everyday family life - are particularly important for parents and children. However, families cannot always afford such a break. The non-profit family holiday centers in North Rhine-Westphalia and other federal states have many attractive destinations in their program that take into account the needs and possibilities of families.Numerous federal states subsidize these measures. You can read all about vacations at family holiday centers here.

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How can I support and strengthen my child?

Puberty has a certain reputation: teenagers are considered moody and unapproachable for parents. Tensions are inevitable when hormones are on a rollercoaster. This can be stressful for the whole family, and of course also for the teenagers themselves, who can't simply get out of their emotional states.The good news is that most arguments and disagreements that happen during this time disappear just as quickly as they came and the house is quickly put back on an even keel. But what happens when events and developments lead to a deeper crisis? The demands at school increase, the dynamics in the circle of friends change, old hobbies are suddenly no longer fun and then, for many pupils, graduation comes knocking. Not to forget: The body changes quickly or not quickly enough. The big comparisons with friends begin and can lead to self-doubt.As a parent, you may not be involved in many of the new situations your child is going through, but you can still provide support. What's more, you are not alone in challenging times. If you are at a loss or need acute help, you should not be afraid to seek professional support.You can find more information here.