Research shows that the main reason that kids don’t use alcohol, drugs, or tobacco is because of their parents - specifically because of their positive influence on their children and because kids don't want to disappoint their parents. That’s why it is so important that parents build a strong relationship with their children and talk to their kids about drugs. Peer pressure … [Read more...] about mSpy Geo-Fencing Solutions: A Great Way To Prevent Teen Drug Abuse
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Parenting Teenagers? Here’s Help Saving Your Sanity
Teenagers are strange and fascinating creatures. One moment they’re all sweetness and light and the next they turn into hormone-fueled beasts that can test the patience of even the most stoic of parents. No one ever said it would be easy, but while every teen and every family are unique, no one ever said it would be this hard either. When parenting teenagers, help may sometimes … [Read more...] about Parenting Teenagers? Here’s Help Saving Your Sanity
From Tots To Teens, Growing Up Is A Journey For Children And Parents
Becoming a parent changes us. It changed me in so many ways. But we are not done changing after they are born. As our children grow from tots to teens, we realize that growing up is a journey for the child and the parent. Sure, we mostly think about how much the child has grown and changed but as parents we grow and change with them (though not as literally as they do!) Having … [Read more...] about From Tots To Teens, Growing Up Is A Journey For Children And Parents
E Safety Kids And Teens Should Know- Having The Smart Talk
We all know that time spent on electronics just keeps going up. Whether it is a tablet, a smart phone or a computer, it seems every family member needs access daily and sometimes hourly! Have you had a family conversation about online behavior? Because raising kids with technology is still new ground to all of us, cyber education is an important conversation that often gets … [Read more...] about E Safety Kids And Teens Should Know- Having The Smart Talk
Teaching Our Boys The Power of A Positive Attitude
I love to share parenting tips from fathers because I love to see them involved in parenting. Men and women often bring different perspectives and different methods to the table and I think it is refreshing to hear another point of view. Today I am pleased to have Tyler Jacobson share with us about the importance of teaching our boys the power of a positive attitude in life. He … [Read more...] about Teaching Our Boys The Power of A Positive Attitude
Parenting Teens Who Think They Know It All
Parenting teens is an important job. I have been told many times by parents of teens that they seem to reject their parenting efforts. Don' let them, I say, teens still need you. Don't make the mistake of abandoning them at their first display of independence. Today, I am happy to have Leon Scott Baxter, the author of the newly released parenting book, Secrets of Safety-Net … [Read more...] about Parenting Teens Who Think They Know It All
5 Great Tips For Dealing With Peer Pressure Among Teens
Peer pressure has always been a source of teen stress. No matter the generation or political and social landscape, effects of peer pressure among teens can last a lifetime. In many ways this type of pressure starts innocently and can take the form of a small request, like joining a group of friends at a party. From there, more dangerous pressures and situations can arise. As a … [Read more...] about 5 Great Tips For Dealing With Peer Pressure Among Teens