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Appearances, consequences and tips on how to deal with stalking

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During puberty, your child undergoes major changes: The body changes shape, the personality continues to develop and the brain also undergoes a transformation. Read here on the Familienportal.NRW to find out what this is all about, how boys and girls change and where the chaos in their heads comes from. The onset of sexual maturity brings with it a lot of questions and uncertainties - for your offspring and probably for you too. You can find out how you can discuss the topics of menstruation and contraception with your daughter or son in a relaxed manner and at eye level in the following articles. Are you constantly annoyed by the mess in your son or daughter's room? Are you regularly stressed in the morning because the teenager in your house doesn't want to get up? Take a deep breath! You are not alone. Most parents with children of the same age are going through the same thing. You can find help for precisely these situations and tips for successful communication here. Growing up is pretty exciting. And not always easy. False beauty ideals often put a lot of pressure on girls and boys. And stalking can also become a problem for teenagers. Here we explain how you can best support your child in these situations and who you can turn to for help.

Transition from elementary school to secondary school

After-school care from grade 5

After four years of primary school, the question arises as to which secondary school the child should attend. This is not an easy decision for many parents and their offspring, as there is a wide range of different types of school in North Rhine-Westphalia. You can find out how to make a good choice and which aspects you should pay attention to here in the family portal. The transition to secondary school raises the important question for working parents, especially at the beginning: "How can my child continue to be looked after so that I can combine work and family life?" You can breathe a sigh of relief here, because until your child becomes more independent over time, you have various options for ensuring that your child is well looked after after school. Compulsory all-day schools, open youth work facilities and extracurricular all-day and childcare services are just some of them. We have summarized the various childcare options for you and will help you decide which model is right for your family.

Who can apply for leave at the family holiday home?

Family leisure activities must be suitable for all family members. In addition, outings and trips must remain affordable—otherwise, costs can quickly add up, especially for families with many children.  When the sun is shining in the summer, North Rhine-Westphalia’s local swimming spots offer a well-deserved chance to cool off—and for very little money. Time flies, and physical activity is fun for the whole family. To ensure your day at the beach goes smoothly, you should know the most important beach rules. You can learn more about this in the corresponding section. And if the weather isn’t cooperating, we recommend our classic games. Are you familiar with Papperlapapp, Battleship, Tic-Tac-Toe, and City, Country, and More? They guarantee precious moments of play for young and old alike and are a great alternative to TV, smartphones, and the like. Just download them here, print them out, and gather the whole family around the table.  Shared vacation experiences—far removed from the daily family routine—are especially important for parents and children. But families can’t always afford such a break. The nonprofit family vacation centers in North Rhine-Westphalia and other federal states offer many attractive destinations that take families’ needs and circumstances into account. Numerous federal states provide subsidies for these programs. Read all about vacations at family vacation centers here.