Living with arthritis can add extra difficulties and challenges to parenting. Of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis, over 17 million, or 38 percent, report activity limitations attributable to arthritis, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Many changes occur in the life of someone who must live 24 hours a day / 7 days a week with chronic arthritis. It not only affects the person who has the disease, but also impacts the people around them, especially their family and loved ones. Raising your children can be a hard enough task for even the healthiest of parents.

It is the desire of every parent to do the best they can for their children. At times, all parents experience feelings of doubt, even more if you struggle with arthritis. Better preparation regarding the physical and emotional toll will minimize the negative impact, help with solving difficult issues, and lead to more effective parenting. Read more in How to Best Raise Children When You Have Arthritis.

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