When I was 16, I thought it was my Dad’s goal in life to make me miserable. I was convinced that he had a running list of all the ways he could embarrass me in front of my friends, trick me into doing more chores or make my curfew earlier.
Our relationship would have continued [...]
Every parent from every corner of the world wants nothing more than their children, especially their rebellious teenagers, to be safe. But this can never be achieved until they give them the independence they deserve and very importantly NEED! For every parent, their teens will always be little princesses and little ninjas and it will [...]
If this format/spelling looks familiar to you, guess what? You have a texting teen in your home! Don’t be alarmed. It is currently the most popular form of communication for young people today. For the record, I do solemnly swear to tell the truth – I do know how to [...]
What You Need to Know NOW to Prepare Yourself & Your Teen
What’s the “right” age for kids to begin dating? What are the “new rules”? What should you do to prepare your tween or teen for the possible dangers? How do you get her to open up about her thoughts on [...]
I’m thrilled to have Annie Fox contribute to the Positive Parenting Solutions blog. I’ve shared Annie’s website several times on our Facebook page because she is a fabulous resource for issues facing tweens and teens.
Annie Fox is a respected educator, award-winning author, and a trusted online adviser. Her life’s work is [...]
It’s enough to send any level-headed parent’s blood boiling! “How dare she talk to me that way! Doesn’t she know I spent 15 hours in labor?” And…as Bill Cosby so eloquently stated, “I brought you into this world…I can take you out!”
In calmer moments, (deep breath) we can look at backtalk more [...]