My 10-year old daughter is getting kind of chubby. Her doctor says she’ll grow out of it but it’s driving me crazy.
Tattoos
Tattoos? Do your kids want them?
Whole-hearted Parenting
What can parents do to help their children believe they are worthy of love, empathy and connection? Brené Brown studies human connection – our ability to empathize, belong, and love. In the following TED talk …
Should I let my son buy Grand Theft Auto
Should I let my son buy Grand Theft Auto?
What IS going on in that head of his?
One hallmark of being a parent of a teen is the number of times a day you mutter, “What is he thinking?” under your breath. My mother’s mantra used to be, “Sure, she’s weird, but …
Daughter’s Homecoming Dress
I can’t believe the homecoming dresses my daughter’s friends are wearing. What do you all think?
Girls in leggings might as well be naked
Anyone else think that all these girls walking around only in leggings might as well just be naked?
What’s going on with Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber
What’s going on with Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber?
Teaching Teens Responsibility with Money
My 9th grade son has friends who are required to pay their way (school lunch, clothes, extras) with their allowance or odd jobs. I don’t require that but I’d like to teach responsibility with money. …
Help for kids who witness bullying
My 8th grader came home from school today conflicted because she had seen other kids tease a developmentally disabled kid and she just watched. How can I help her think through this situation?