Before the programme, parents were not able to understand their emotions. What they share helps me understand better, see things from a wider perspective, and feel a little better,” said Dechen Wangmo, a parent in Tsirang. It complements Bhutan’s National Parenting Education Programme. While the parenting programme equips parents with knowledge and practical skills to support their children’s development, the Caring for the Caregiver focuses on the wellbeing of the caregivers. Delivered through 432 community-based ECCD centres, the National Parenting Education Programme has reached nearly 9,000 children since it was introduced in 2019.