New study suggests COVID-19 brought American families closer together

Seventy-five percent of American parents witnessed a key moment in their childs life while in self-isolation, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 Americans of which about 1,200 were parents asked respondents about their time sheltering in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the perks of being surrounded by family. From developmental milestones to simple heart-to-hearts, three-quarters of parents polled experienced a key moment thatthey otherwise may have missedwith their children while in lockdown. Respondents were asked to share the key moments they experienced, and one respondent said their child got to meet an aunt for the first time, while another was able to successfully potty train their little one. Another respondent shared how their child confided in them that they were being bullied at school, while someone else shared they were able to watch their son be sworn into the National Guard via a livestream. Conducted by OnePoll on behalf of Juice Plus+, the survey found 66 percentof those surveyed said the pandemic has brought them closer to their family than ever before.  Its no surprise that 77 percentof respondents were also in agreement that theyve enjoyed spending more time with the members of their household.  The survey also found respondents have learned a lot about their families while sheltering in place as well. VIRAL TIKTOK SHOWS HOW YOUNGER GENERATIONS GESTURE BEING ON THE PHONE, TWITTER CALLS IT DEVASTATINGNearly half of respondents admitted they didnt really know what their significant others job was before they began working from home during self-isolation.  Seventy-nine percent of parents surveyed said theyve also learned more about their childrens hobbies and passions during this time.  While another 77 pecentof parents said their children have become more open to learning new things around the house and trying new activities. In fact, 31 percentof those surveyed said theyve





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