Parenting Teenagers

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Here’s the thing, parents: Your teen might act like they don’t need you, but if you’re paying attention, you’ll find they actually do. The signs are there. They’re just quieter now. Sneakier. Funnier. And, far more subtle. Parenting Teenagers, Growing Apart, Dear Parents, Deep Questions, Life Questions, Parenting Teens, Still Love You, Clue, Talking To You
15 Tiny Clues Your Teenager Still Needs You
Here’s the thing, parents: Your teen might act like they don’t need you, but if you’re paying attention, you’ll find they actually do. The signs are there. They’re just quieter now. Sneakier. Funnier. And, far more subtle.
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"I Dunno." Your Teen's Most Annoying Yet Honest Response
At some point in your kid’s teen years, your once-chatty child will enter a mysterious new phase where their response to pretty much everything will become: “I dunno.” (Followed in popularity by their other favorite answers: “k,” “whateeevvvver,” “fine,” and “bruh.” Why didn’t you turn in your homework? “I dunno.” (Often accompanied by an annoying look.) Why is your room always such a mess? “I dunno.” (Often accompanied by a follow-up statement… “It’s MY room! I shouldn’t HAVE to clean it if I don’t want to!”) Why are you in such a bad mood? “I dunno.” (Often accompanied by a quick exit to avoid further interrogation.) Turns out there's a REASON "I dunno" is their go-to response.
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20 Real Mom Tricks To Get Your Silent Teen To Talk To You Again
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Raising girls in the middle years has unique challenges.
Raising girls? Every stage has its ups and downs, and the middle school years is no different. Learn about strong emotions you'l encounter- and how to be her anchor in the storms.
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12 Ways to Help Your Teen Have a Productive Summer and STILL Have Fun
If you’re anything like me, you want your kids to have a fun and memorable summer and enjoy much-needed time doing… well, nothing. But you also want them to do something productive with their time rather than hanging out around the house all day, every day playing video games, watching television, or complaining about how bored they are. Whether your teen does just one of these things or dives into a few, here are a few ways to help your teen have a productive summer and still have plenty of fun!
To keep our home life running on an even keel, I have a few simple summertime house rules to make life far less chaotic and so much more fun! They’re not iron-fist rules… after all, it is summer – just a few guidelines I need my kids to follow to make life easier for them and me. Here are 14 house rules to make summer with your teens less stressful (and more fun)! Summer House Rules, Summer With Teens Ideas, Summer Schedule For Teens, Summer Chores For Teens, Summer Rules For Teens, Kids Summer Schedule, Summer Rules, Summer Schedule, Summer Fun For Kids
14 Summertime House Rules to Make Summer with Your Teens Less Stressful and More Fun!
To keep our home life running on an even keel, I have a few simple summertime house rules to make life far less chaotic and so much more fun! They’re not iron-fist rules… after all, it is summer – just a few guidelines I need my kids to follow to make life easier for them and me. Here are 14 house rules to make summer with your teens less stressful (and more fun)!
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Creative Ways to Give Money for Graduation
With graduation season upon us, it’s easy to get a little overwhelmed – what to get all the graduates in your life! When my daughter graduated from high school, I was invited to a ton of graduation parties. I wanted to take the time to honor each grad’s hard-earned success and accomplishments, but I was also stumped on how to make each gift special. So, I gave them what most grads (secretly) want – MONEY! I didn’t give a ton of cash… I just presented it in a fun and unique way! #grads #graduation #graduationgiftideas
I sat there watching my daughter scroll through her phone last Friday night, pretending not to care that she wasn’t invited to a party. And my heart broke – because I cared. I cared so much. But no matter how badly I wanted to fix the situation, I couldn’t… I couldn’t make other kids include her, I couldn’t choose her friends for her, I couldn’t make others see how kind and funny she was, or how good of a friend she was, and I couldn’t control how others perceived her. Last Friday Night, Parenting Teenagers, Feeling Left Out, Family Doctors, Parenting Teens, Good Grades, My Heart Is Breaking, What You Can Do, Social Skills
My Teen Doesn't Feel Like They Fit In: Why and What You Can Do to Help
I sat there watching my daughter scroll through her phone last Friday night, pretending not to care that she wasn’t invited to a party. And my heart broke – because I cared. I cared so much. But no matter how badly I wanted to fix the situation, I couldn’t… I couldn’t make other kids include her, I couldn’t choose her friends for her, I couldn’t make others see how kind and funny she was, or how good of a friend she was, and I couldn’t control how others perceived her.
No teenager takes their first sips of alcohol thinking that something horrible can happen as a result. At the time, it just seems fun and a little rebellious. So how do we talk to our teens without sounding controlling (which oftentimes backfires), overly dramatic, or intensely fearful? And how do we have those tough conversations that will encourage them to be honest with us? It’s a fine line to walk, but it’s doable and necessary. Below are strategies that I found extremely helpful. Common Quotes, Parenting Teenagers, Tough Conversations, Peer Pressure, Natural Curiosities, Party Scene, Social Media Trends, Parenting Teens, Kids Parenting
The Party Scene: How to Talk to Your Teenager About Alcohol and Peer Pressure
No teenager takes their first sips of alcohol thinking that something horrible can happen as a result. At the time, it just seems fun and a little rebellious. So how do we talk to our teens without sounding controlling (which oftentimes backfires), overly dramatic, or intensely fearful? And how do we have those tough conversations that will encourage them to be honest with us? It’s a fine line to walk, but it’s doable and necessary. Below are strategies that I found extremely helpful.
Can you believe your teen will soon be a full-fledged adult? Yikes! Time is moving far too quickly, isn't it? And, while your 18-year-old certainly doesn't have to have it ALL figured out, it sure doesn't hurt if they have a few key life lessons under their belt! Here are a few important things your teen should know before they turn 18. #parentingsolutions How To Talk To Teenage Son, Consequences For Teens, Consequences For Teens By Age, Parenting Advice Teenagers, Raising Daughters, Life After High School, Raising Teenagers, Parenting Preteens, Parenting Teenagers
18 Things Teenagers Should Know By the Time They're 18
Can you believe your teen will soon be a full-fledged adult? Yikes! Time is moving far too quickly, isn't it? And, while your 18-year-old certainly doesn't have to have it ALL figured out, it sure doesn't hurt if they have a few key life lessons under their belt! Here are a few important things your teen should know before they turn 18. #parentingsolutions
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The National Social Anxiety Center says that one out of three teenagers between 13 and 18 years old meets the criteria for Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD), which is currently the third most common mental health disorder in the U.S. The prevalence among teens may not seem that high, but if it’s your teen who’s suffering, it can be life-altering for them and a tremendous amount of stress and worry for you. Healthy Coping Skills, Exposure Therapy, Parenting Teenagers, Mental Health Disorders, Social Behavior, Environmental Factors, Parenting Teens, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Therapy
Normal Teen Angst or Something More? A Parent's Guide to Spotting Social Anxiety
The National Social Anxiety Center says that one out of three teenagers between 13 and 18 years old meets the criteria for Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD), which is currently the third most common mental health disorder in the U.S. The prevalence among teens may not seem that high, but if it’s your teen who’s suffering, it can be life-altering for them and a tremendous amount of stress and worry for you.
What if those challenging teen behaviors we often dismiss as “normal teen angst” – the sassiness, mood swings, impulsive behavior, inability to stay focused, anxiety and the desire to sleep until noon every weekend, have far more to do with sleep deprivation than the mere fact that our kids are teenagers? There are parenting solutions that will help! The harsh reality is 58 percent of middle schoolers and upwards of 73 percent of high schoolers are going about their days massively sleep-deprived. And, it’s wreaking havoc in their lives. Physically A Teenage Girl, Teen Sleeping, Parenting Teen Girl, Sleep Training Methods, Raising Teenagers, Impulsive Behavior, Parenting Preteens, Parenting Teenagers, Parenting Solutions
Is Your Teen a Night Owl? Why Their Lack of Sleep is Wreaking Havoc in Their Life
What if those challenging teen behaviors we often dismiss as “normal teen angst” – the sassiness, mood swings, impulsive behavior, inability to stay focused, anxiety and the desire to sleep until noon every weekend, have far more to do with sleep deprivation than the mere fact that our kids are teenagers? There are parenting solutions that will help! The harsh reality is 58 percent of middle schoolers and upwards of 73 percent of high schoolers are going about their days massively sleep-deprived. And, it’s wreaking havoc in their lives.
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26 Easter Basket Ideas for Teens
Heads up, parents... your teen isn't too old for an Easter basket. And, the great news is, you don't have to pay a fortune to make them feel special and loved and bring meaning to the wonderful Easter season. Here are a few ideas to inspire you! #easter #easterbaskets #holidays #easterdiybasketideas
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"I Dunno." Your Teen's Most Annoying Yet Honest Response
At some point in your kid’s teen years, your once-chatty child will enter a mysterious new phase where their response to pretty much everything will become: “I dunno.” (Followed in popularity by their other favorite answers: “k,” “whateeevvvver,” “fine,” and “bruh.” Why didn’t you turn in your homework? “I dunno.” (Often accompanied by an annoying look.) Why is your room always such a mess? “I dunno.” (Often accompanied by a follow-up statement… “It’s MY room! I shouldn’t HAVE to clean it if I don’t want to!”) Why are you in such a bad mood? “I dunno.” (Often accompanied by a quick exit to avoid further interrogation.) Turns out there's a REASON "I dunno" is their go-to response.
No matter how much you try to prepare, nothing... and I mean nothing, REALLY prepares you for the teen years. Here are a few things that threw me for a loop when my kids became teenagers. #parentingteens #parentingteenagers #parents #parentingteenboys #parentingteengirls @raisingteenstoday How To Live Your Teenage Years, Physically A Teenage Girl, Parenting Teen Boys, Raising Teenagers, Parenting Teenagers, Kids Groups, Step Parenting, Parenting Skills, Parenting Teens
23 Things That Threw Me for a Loop When My Kids Became Teenagers
No matter how much you try to prepare, nothing... and I mean nothing, REALLY prepares you for the teen years. Here are a few things that threw me for a loop when my kids became teenagers. #parentingteens #parentingteenagers #parents #parentingteenboys #parentingteengirls @raisingteenstoday