Ages and Stages of Family Life
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During the course of our lives, each of us goes through many different stages. Below are recognized stages of individual and family life. Please note actual ages may vary considerably from one stage to another. Within each of these periods, much growth and development take place.
| Stages of Life | Stages of Family Life Cycle |
| Stage 1: Infancy (Birth to 18 months) | Stage 1: Independence |
| Stage 2: Early Childhood (18 months to 3 years) | Stage 2: Coupling |
| Stage 3: Preschool (3 years to 5 years) | Stage 3: Families with Young Children |
| Stage 4: School Age (5 years to 12 years) | Stage 4: Families with Adolescents |
| Stage 5: Adolescence (12 years to 18 years) | Stage 5: Empty Nesters |
| Stage 6: Young Adult (18 years to 35 years) | Stage 6: Retirement and Senior Living |
| Stage 7: Middle Age (35 years to 55 years) | |
| Stage 8: Late Adult (55+ years) |
