A range of policy initiatives have been introduced in Scotland
with the aim of supporting families, increasing parenting
capacity, and facilitating early intervention (for example, Early
Years Framework; parenting programmes such as Triple P,
Mellow Parenting and Webster Stratton/Incredible Years). The
messages promoted are that parenting is a difficult occupation
requiring expertise; all parents need help at times; and it is the
responsible parent that seeks support. However, explorations
of how parents view and experience support are limited. This
small study of six parents aimed to gain insights into how
parents conceptualise, experience and manage support in their
parenting role in everyday life.