Responsabilidad parental en el entorno del centro de desarrollo infantil “sabiduría infantil” cantón Latacunga - Parroquia Mulalo.

Abstract

Parental responsibility within the Child Development Center setting is essential to children’s holistic development, as the proper fulfillment of parental responsibilities fosters parents’ commitment and active participation in their children’s well-being, care, and growth during early childhood. The study of the dynamics of parental responsibility was conducted through three main categories: understanding the meanings and responsibilities of the parental role, shared parental responsibility at the CDI, and the factors that influence parental responsibility. The research aimed to analyze the dynamics of parental responsibility within the “Sabiduría Infantil” Child Development Center in the canton of Latacunga, Mulalo Parish. The methodology employed utilized a qualitative and descriptive approach, with the aim of thoroughly understanding the experiences, ideas, and meanings that parents ascribe to parental responsibility. For data collection, a semi-structured interview consisting of a questionnaire with 10 open-ended questions was administered to 18 parents of children enrolled in the CDI. The results showed that parental responsibility is based on comprehensive care aimed at meeting children’s basic, emotional, and emotional support needs. Furthermore, it was found that parents recognize the importance of their role in children’s development by instilling values in them; however, long work hours, lack of time, and economic circumstances limit their ability to fulfill these responsibilities. Finally, it is concluded that these factors make it difficult for parents to actively participate in the care and development of their children.