Parenting Styles: Concerted Cultivation & The Accomplishment Of Natural Growth
Parenting styles differ among middle class, working class, and lower class parents. Ultimately, it shapes a child's future.
Stop Negotiating With Your Teen With These Tips
Parents may want to consider other options versus the constant nagging, negotiating, and/or authoritative response.
How I Am Getting Through Motherhood Being A Highly Sensitive Person
I believe motherhood is different when you are a highly sensitive person. Becoming a mom sharpened me. I was sensitive, and I became more sensitive.
These Are My Best & Worst Days As A Mom, I Hope You Can Relate
I clearly remember this huge chuck of time, when they were all just little. Four under four.
Meningitis Vaccine Program For Teenagers Helps All Ages
Teenage meningitis vaccine programs can help drive herd immunity across all ages.
Scary Halloween Party Games For Tweens & Teens
When our kids get to be tweens and teens, they may not be as into trick-or-treating or carving pumpkins.
Teenagers Driving With Phones In Hands More Than We Think
Teenagers drive with a phone in their hand during 30% of the time, and they are speeding 40% of the time.
"Fear Of Missing Out" Can Encourage College Students To Break The Law
FOMO can lead young adults to take certain actions they normally wouldn't.
Keep Kids Safe Home Alone With These Parenting Tips
The best way to make sure your children are safe at home is to practice letting them be alone. Here's more.
New Self-Harm Risk Factors Have Been Identified
Negative life events are not the only thing that may lead teens to contemplate self-harm.
Managing Periods: Tips For Girls With ADHD
Hormonal imbalance, swelling, cramps, a girl going through it can't, not notice it. For girls also dealing with ADHD it can be especially difficult
Teenage Depression Becoming A Public Health Crisis
1 in 10 adults report depression, but 1 in 5 teenagers are reporting the same.
Tips For Helping Your Child With ADHD Drive Safely
The thought of a teenager driving is pretty nerve-wracking as it is, adding in ADHD might make parents even more nervous
Selfies & Self-Esteem: What They’re Doing To Teens
There are a lot of things parents should know about how selfies impact teenagers.
Myths About Teenagers & Sleep Busted By Science
Researchers are “refuting” the common sleep myths about teenagers that are held by parents and caregivers.
'National Stop Bullying Day': How To Talk To Kids About Overcoming Bullying
In the United States, National Stop Bullying Day falls on the second Wednesday in October.
What Teens Hear When Mom’s Lecturing (If They’re Listening At All)
When teens feel they are constantly being talked at, they likely are not listening to what is being said at all.
How To Have Conversations With Your Child That Will Help Them Feel Heard & Not Dismissed
Listening and speaking to a child are very important. Not only does it help build a bond between parent and child; it helps the child build trust.
How To Help Your High Schooler Navigate New Classes, Stress & Teachers
As much as teens want independence, they still need help from their parents to know how to navigate the uncharted waters they face in high school.
How To Apologize To A Teen Who May Be Less Forgiving
There will be times in your journey of parenthood when you need to apologize to your teenager.