Skip to content We all know that one of sacrifices of being an OFW is leaving the country. If you’re single, then it might be easier for you. However, if you’re married with kids, leaving your family would break your heart. First thing you need to consider is how your kids would grow up without you. Whatever their age is, it’s not gonna be a big difference. If you’re leaving, you’re leaving. Lastly, you need to think about how you can be a good parent even if you’re away. In this article, we would give you tips on how you can be a good parent while you are abroad.
Firstly, talk to your child even before leaving the country
You need to consider this whatever the age of your child. Remember, a good parent does not leave his/her kids wondering what happened to them. Even if they’re not yet capable of fully understanding the situation, you need to talk to them about it. Explain the reason why you’ll work away; where you would be separated from them up to some time. Share the goals you want to achieve in working overseas and make them feel that you need their cooperation in order for it to be successful.
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Ask for help from your spouse or their guardians
Some people cannot do it alone because they might become emotional. Furthermore, they just might not have the courage to tell it to them. This is where your partner or the guardian comes in. Discuss parenting and how you need them to make your children understand the situation. Tell them to give your kids some sort of memory. Tell them that their duty is to make your children remember you even if you’re away. Ask your spouse or the guardian to always share pictures of you – you can also do this on your part. You can use the advancements in technology as you can ask your spouse or the guardian every time you would like to initiate video calls, calls, etc.
