Wise Talk

My son is about to take his driver’s test. Are there any helpful rules that we should institute once he gets his license?

Our 12 year old twins have been begging for a dog since they could talk. We are seriously considering granting their wish, but we want to be sure they will take care of their pet. …

I have two daughters, ages 14 and 12. They are, frankly, often mean to one another, issuing cutting remarks and hurtful commentary. How can I get them to be kinder to one another?

I know my 14 year old is logged in to several social media sites, including Twitter, MeetMe, etc., She doesn’t know that I know she is on Twitter and MeetMe. I’ve looked at her sites …

Anyone have any good spring break ideas for young teens? I have 10 and 11 year old boys and they will drive me crazy if I don’t come up with the good ideas to keep …

My son enjoys playing school sports and does not enjoy doing school work. Should we pull him out of sports when his grades inevitably drop?

My son likes to wear head phones and listens to music while he is doing his homework. Though I know this is very common, I’m worried that it is distracting. Should I allow him to …

I can’t get my middle schooler’s to eat breakfast. Both my son and daughter claim they are not hungry in the morning. They used to be breakfast eaters and I know it is important for …

This is embarrassing, but my 13 year old son’s feet smell just terrible. He bathes regularly and we seem to be buying him new shoes all the time since he is growing so quickly, but, …