As long as they're happy - Marilse Eerkens

What do we want to achieve with the upbringing of our children?

In 'As long as they're happy', psychologist and journalist Marilse Eerkens explores what upbringing truly means in today's world.

Dutch children are among the happiest in the world, but what does that actually mean? And is happiness the only goal? In this book, Eerkens asks important questions about upbringing, development, and the role of parents in a rapidly changing society.

Parenting is more than preventing problems – it's about shaping a person who can think, feel, and live together with others.

What you will discover in this book:

• which goals are important in parenting
• how children develop in a modern society
• the influence of your own upbringing on your parenting
• how to prepare your children for a connected and conscious future

Based on five parenting goals, this book offers practical insights and tools for parents, caregivers, and anyone involved in the development of children.

About the author
Marilse Eerkens is a journalist and social psychologist. She has written for publications such as De Correspondent and worked as an editor at J/M Ouders. Her work focuses on parenting, development, and social issues.

Dutch | 9789403166919 | Paperback | 253 pages