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Some people think that children should be raised by all the family members (eg: uncle, aunt and grandparents) rather than only parents. Give your opinion.

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In recent times, a percentage of people think that Kids should be raised by all the members of the extended family as opposed to being raised by their
parent
Suggestion
parents
 only. As much as it is a good idea, it
also
 has its own downside. Raising children is not a day’s job and can really be exhausting,
hence
 the need to have enough hands on deck.
However
, the major part of the task should be left for the parents to take care of. The reasons for
this
 are not far-fetched and are explained below.
Firstly
, only the
parent
 of a child knows almost everything about their child and can properly take care of
this
 need. It could be his/her likes and dislikes, strengths and weakness, best food,
best colors
Suggestion
the best colours
best colours
, best TV program and allergies among many others. Parents pay attention to these things and eventually inculcate them into the child’s lifestyle while
also
 help their ward to overcome the negative sides.
On the other hand
, family members who are presumed to love these children are only interested in completing tasks
such
 as feeding, clothing etc.
rather
Suggestion
Rather
 than paying attention to their social, academic and emotional needs.
Secondly
, the lifestyle of
family members
Suggestion
the family members
 might differ from that of the
parents which
Accept comma addition
parents, which
 in one way or the other influences these young ones.
For example
, if a family member has the attitude of stealing or nagging as opposed to the calm and contented nature of the
parent
, these acts can be easily picked up by the kids or get them confused as to what is right.
This
 is not to say that some family members cannot
also
 perfectly perform the duties of a
parent
.
Howbeit
, it should not be left in their hands. In conclusion, the onus to take care of a child lies in the hands of the father and
mother which
Accept comma addition
mother, which
 should be treated as
such
, while family members are welcome to help when the need arises.

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