General Article Benefits of aunts: why aunts may be just as important as mums

Topic Selected: Families and Parenting Book Volume: 417

It’s no surprise that having a positive female role model is extremely important for young girls. This is especially true in the current world of social media, bullying and the ever-changing, progressing ‘norms’ for women.

The impact that a supportive, playful and nurturing woman can have on a young girl is astounding. An aunt is the perfect blend of mother and friend – she is part of a young girl’s roots – but allows her to flourish and discover new things comfortably.

This is exactly why au...

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