Category Archives: Teen Parenting

Boys Have Their Version of Dress Up

Posted on January 31, 2012 by guestauthor

It goes without saying that girls love to play dress-up. But what about boys? They have their own version of dress-up, too. Boys like to pretend to be cowboys, Indians, astronauts, police, and firemen. To enhance their imaginations when playing … Continue reading →

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5 Things Every Parent Should Teach Their Child

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Parenting

5 Things Parents Should Teach Their Little Ones You’ve just had your first child. Congratulations are in order, first off. You’ve joined the rarefied group of people who have been directly responsible for bringing a new life into the world, … Continue reading →

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How to Save When Purchasing Auto Insurance for Teens

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Parenting

Sending your teenage kids out into the world behind the wheel of a car can be a truly nerve-wracking experience.  Not only are you worried about the decisions your kids will make when they’re out from under your watchful gaze … Continue reading →

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Top 7 Things to Teach Your Teenage Driver

Posted on January 13, 2012 by guestauthor

If Generation Y is known for anything, it’s for their sense of entitlement.  Like all young people, they think that they can’t be stopped. Unfortunately, some thoughts and behaviors need to be stopped, especially when it comes to driving. The … Continue reading →

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Inform Your Children About Alcohol

Posted on January 7, 2012 by Parenting

Protecting your children from negative impacts of alcohol can be a touchy subject. But while alcohol is a serious discussion that should take place between you and your kids, understanding how to approach the subject can help you grasp control … Continue reading →

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Your Teen has Run Away – Now What?

Posted on December 22, 2011 by guestauthor

Raising teens can be extremely difficult.  They alternate between wanna-be child and wanna-be adult seemingly at will.  Their mood swings are incredible!  Decision-making skills can be highly questionable even for formerly level-headed kids.  What should a parent do if their … Continue reading →

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Start making those connections now

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Parenting

College is great, like I’ve said in the past, but just talking and getting to know your classmates won’t get you anywhere. Even if you don’t know where you’re going to end up, you still need to focus on getting … Continue reading →

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Cell phones for teens

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Parenting

Every teenager pretty much wants a cell phone so they can call their friends or send them text messages. This is a great alternative than letting them stay out late or just getting them to stop saying, “I’m bored.” Some … Continue reading →

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How to deal with a problematic teacher?

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Parenting

I know that in some years in school, I had issues with my teachers. They either weren’t helpful, or they came across as a total mess. You ask them a question and they expect you to come up with answers … Continue reading →

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College can be amazing for some, horrible for others

Posted on December 11, 2011 by Parenting

I’ve only just got out of high school and entered college, but I can tell you that I didn’t enjoy it very much. The problem was that I was taking classes I didn’t need, subjects I already had pretty much … Continue reading →

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