Tag: adolescence
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How My Relationship With My Son Is Evolving As He Prepares for College
Get Pregnant Fast As I settled into the swing on the back porch, the fireflies danced around me while my phone’s Bluetooth case flickered intermittently—was it a friendly greeting? I hoped so. My Kindle had long since gone dark, and outside, my son was shooting hoops in the driveway. Each thud of the basketball resonated…
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Why It’s Crucial to Preserve Judy Blume’s Influence
Get Pregnant Fast After nearly fifty years of enchanting readers, Judy Blume continues to make waves with her new releases. Yet, her influence seems to be fading—at least in the eyes of my own daughter. A spirited ten-year-old, she immerses herself in books daily, ranging from classics like Tuck Everlasting to the humorous escapades of…
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Dear Moms of Tween Girls: Let’s Empower Our Daughters to Stand Strong Together
Get Pregnant Fast Hello, fellow moms of fifth graders, I’ve been wanting to connect with you on a topic that’s been weighing on my mind. We often discuss things like screen time, navigating conversations about sex, academic expectations, and how to shield our daughters from the pressures of junior high life, but today I want…
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What Do You Hope for Your Child’s First Experience?
Get Pregnant Fast When I reflect on my own initial experience, it’s a stark contrast to what I envision for my daughters, Lila and Mia. My first time felt rushed, impersonal, and uncomfortable—an encounter that left emotional scars. If I could rewind time, I would certainly do things differently. Though my daughters are still young,…
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Nurturing a Tween to Follow His Heart
Get Pregnant Fast My 13-year-old son, Leo, turned to me from the passenger seat, his expression full of anticipation. “Hey, Mom, what are we doing next Friday night?” I stole a glance at him, taking in the changes that had transformed my baby into a young man. His once chubby cheeks were now defined with…
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Should You Prioritize Time With Your Teen Over Your Toddler?
Get Pregnant Fast In a thought-provoking piece, parenting expert Jennifer Lane raises an intriguing question: should we consider taking parental leave when our kids reach their teenage years rather than when they are infants? While it may sound humorous at first, there’s growing evidence that increased engagement during adolescence may be more beneficial for our…
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To My Son Starting High School: A Letter of Remembrance
Get Pregnant Fast As my son prepares to embark on his high school journey, I find myself reflecting on my own experiences. Just the night before his freshman orientation, I stumbled upon Sixteen Candles, a classic film that defined my teenage years. I vividly recall watching it for the first time as a high school…
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Parents Often Underestimate Their Negative Impact on Teens
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s fast-paced world, many parents are unaware of the negative impressions they might project onto their teenagers, leading to a cycle of rebellion and frustration. It’s no secret that the teen years can be tumultuous, often exacerbated by family dynamics. Loud arguments, slamming doors, and heated exchanges of “I can’t stand…
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10 Insights to Anticipate from Your Tweenager
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent navigating the tween years, you may start noticing some significant shifts in your child’s behavior once they hit the big 1-0. At first, these changes may appear sporadic, but before you know it, they’ll be barreling into full tween mode. This stage is quite the balancing act—they’re too old…
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Middle School: The Unsettling Reality for Parents
Get Pregnant Fast Middle school — just uttering those words sends a chill down my spine. It’s not just the notorious challenges our kids face during these years; it’s the emotional rollercoaster that parents experience too. From the drama of cliques and the antics of boys to the seemingly endless homework from teachers, middle school…