Should I let my teen experiment with their appearance?
Teens that exhibit depression or anger need more communication with their parents, not less. Download all the parenting tips.
Parenting Questions
What lessons have my children taught me?
Let your teen shave off/color their hair if they want to. It is only hair; it will grow back. Download all the parenting tips.
What strategies can help manage parental anger?
Find ways to slow down your anger through exercise, relaxation, or taking a time-out. Download all the parenting tips.
Why focus on character and heart over behavior?
Everyone has insecurities. Humanize your approach to parenting by admitting your own fears. Download all the parenting tips.
How can sarcasm negatively affect my relationship with my teen?
Do not laugh at your kids when you’re not supposed to. Sarcasm kills all relationships and is toxic with kids. Download all the parenting tips.
How can delegating responsibilities in the home benefit my children?
Do you take responsibility for how your teen is feeling? You can’t rescue them from everything. Download all the parenting tips.
Why should I celebrate my child’s failures as well as their successes?
A willingness to lose or fail is critical to growth. Be as proud of the losses as the successes and watch your child move forward in life. Download all the parenting tips.
What are effective ways to communicate with teens?
It is generally impossible to get teens to do what you want them to do by talking to them. Download all the parenting tips.
Why should focusing on being “well-rounded” not be the primary goal for my teen?
Being “well rounded” should not be the goal. Striving for balance can force your teen to waste valuable time and energy and will usually end in arguments. Instead help them build on strengths and core competencies. Success in areas of natural strengths will lead them to try other more difficult areas in time. Download all … Read more
How might overprotecting my child hinder their development?
Overprotecting your child can hinder their development by limiting their ability to build independence, problem-solving skills, and resilience. When children are shielded from challenges, they may struggle with decision-making, risk assessment, and coping with failure. Download all the parenting tips.