Parenting is a joint and dynamic task in which both parents usually take part. Dana Amer explains what to do when there are differences in perceptions between the two parents.
"There is no recipe for parenting, and there is no one right way to raise children," she says. "Don't strike when the iron is hot: most of the disputes meet us in extreme situations," she adds. "In the end, if you are not that big in most cases, if there is a big difference, sit down and talk down in a calm time," Dana Amer says, adding that this is the best model for our children - against each other, not against the other parent.. The author is a freelance writer based in Berlin, Germany, and is the author of the book "Parenting for Dummies" with Dana Amer, published by Simon & Schuster at £16.99. For confidential support call the Samaritans in the UK on 08457 90 90 90, visit a local Samaritans branch or click here for details.