Turbulent, loud, and full of tasks – family life is often challenging and stressful. Many parents have questions about parenting and living together. Whether it's a toddler, a first-grader, or a teenager going through puberty – every family phase has its own unique challenges to overcome.
Mothers and fathers don't always have a solution for problems that arise in their family life or for their children's sudden worries. Sometimes, everyday family life feels like a hamster wheel: between daycare, school, work, mountains of laundry, and appointments, there's hardly any time to breathe. Perhaps there are constant arguments about homework, siblings clash, or one's own child suddenly withdraws. The result: frayed nerves, slammed doors, growing worries, and dwindling energy.
Do you know that feeling when conflicts, feeling overwhelmed, or crises dominate your daily life? Then talking to experienced professionals can be a relief. Professionals listen, help you organize your thoughts, and show you ways out of difficult situations. There are good resources that can help you
- The parent helpline of the "Number Against Sorrow" is a first point of contact for mothers, fathers, and other caregivers. Here you will find a listening ear anonymously, confidentially, and free of charge – whether you have questions about parenting, school problems, family conflicts, or simply feel like you don't know what to do anymore. Counseling is available by phone at 0800 111 0 550 (Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Tuesday and Thursday until 7 p.m.).
- When a situation becomes critical and rapid assistance is needed, the Bremen Child and Youth Emergency Service available day and night. Parents, children, and young people can receive advice and support around the clock by calling 0421 699 11 33 – including nights, weekends, and holidays. The specialists provide assistance in crisis situations and, if necessary, connect individuals with further support services.
- The Bremen Child Protection Association also supports families in difficult situations. Parents can seek advice if they have concerns about their children, family conflicts, or other stressors. The consultations are confidential, anonymous upon request, and appointments are often available at short notice in crisis situations. You can contact them by phone, email, or via the contact form.
- The Bremen Office for Social Services' parenting counseling service supports families in overcoming difficult situations and developing new perspectives. The counseling is free, confidential, and anonymous upon request. Those who cannot or do not wish to come to a counseling center in person do not have to go without support: In addition to the online counseling offered by the Federal Conference for Parenting Counseling (bke), Bremen's counseling centers also offer counseling via video or telephone . This is particularly convenient when time is limited, one parent lives far away, or when taking the first step towards counseling is easier from home.
No one has to face difficult times alone. Accepting help can be the first step towards bringing more peace, security, and confidence back into family life. Often, a phone call, a chat, or an initial personal conversation is the beginning…
