"I doubt that without the experience of being a parent I would have been attracted to this role," she says. "It's always good to be able to reflect on policy, theory and research in light of your own experience."
As a stay-at-home mum until 2000, Park says she understands the issues facing modern families today.
Attitudes towards parenting support are key, says Park. She is positive about the progress that has been made in support services since the organisation was established in 1995. "The importance of parenting and the role of family in society is something that has been recognised to a greater extent by all of the political parties," she says. But she adds that the picture isn't entirely rosy.
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