Diarrhea is something that every child will experience at some point and it can be a little scary for parents. However, in many cases, it’s nothing to worry about. Diarrhea is actually a natural process that the body uses to help eliminate germs, so having it once in a while is no reason to panic. … Read more
Every mom wants their teenagers to think they are cool. Whether you admit it or not, there’s nothing like having your teen kids say, “Mom, I’m so glad you’re cool and not like those other moms!” And having their friends think you’re cool is an ego boost, too. But you have to be careful not to cross … Read more
Balancing their budget might be the last thing on the mind of your teen. Nevertheless, being financially responsible and knowing how to take care of yourself financially is a goal that any teenager can benefit from. Starting to teach financial responsibility to your teen at an early age is a sure fire way to raise … Read more
“image” As the parent of a teenager you’ll find yourself starting to sound like your own mother. If your teen has begun asking begging for a smart phone, your reaction is likely to be something like this: “When I was in high school, I had to stand in the middle of the kitchen to talk to … Read more
Until now, you always assumed the caricature of the couch-bound, eternally-hungry teen-aged boy depicted in comic strips, television shows and movies was just that, a caricature. Now? Now you’re living with a real-live teen-aged boy and you’re probably seeing the truth in those caricatures. In real life, having a giant, often-stinky, hairy man-child leaving a … Read more
For moms, everything about having a son is surprising. Even if your son is the spitting image of you as a child, no doubt he’s different. As you watch your son grow up, you fight the urge to smother him with hugs and kisses and try to allow him find his own way in the … Read more
“Image” It happens to the best of us. One day we’re young. The next day we are somehow old enough to have a child with a driver’s license. It’s one of the mysteries of the universe, don’t waste your time worrying about how this happened. Instead, focus on what you can do to give the … Read more
“Image” If you have a child between the ages of 11-18, you are fully aware of how intertwined their real and virtual lives can become. It starts with deciding what the appropriate age for kids to have their own computers and/or cell phones. For many families, the right age is just as kids hit middle school (11-12). … Read more
“Image” Are you shocked to find yourself as the parent of a teenager? Time flies by, doesn’t it? All of a sudden you have a near adult with big opinions, big attitudes and a big independent streak. It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking your teen doesn’t really need you too much aside … Read more
“Image Have you ever caught your daughter in front of the mirror, looking at herself in a way that definitely is not pride? Have you ever heard her say things like, “I’m ugly” or “I suck at everything.” Moms love their children, no matter how they look or what they do, and perhaps the most … Read more