Tag: teenage independence
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Now That My Kids Are Older, I Welcome Their Interruptions Anytime
Get Pregnant Fast As my 14-year-old son, Jake, bounds into my office, he drops his backpack and dashes up the stairs without a second thought. There’s no knock, no “excuse me.” He flops dramatically into the extra chair, bubbling with excitement over his latest test score and weekend plans. I can feel the deadline looming…
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The 4 Phases of Monitoring My Teen’s Cell Phone
Get Pregnant Fast Call me “Overprotective Mom.” I openly admit that I tracked my teen’s cell phone, and I’m not ashamed of it. My son is a great kid, and I genuinely wanted to trust him. However, as he transitioned from junior high to high school and took on the monumental task of learning to…
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Bracing for Change: A Mother’s Journey into Teenage Independence
Get Pregnant Fast I squeezed my eyes shut, gripping the car door handle as if it were a lifeline. The uncertainty of what was unfolding sent my heart racing; I braced myself for an outcome I was sure would be anything but pleasant. In those agonizing three seconds, my life flashed before me, and I…
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How to Attend a Concert with Your Teenage Daughter
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to bonding with your teenage daughter, nothing quite compares to the electrifying experience of attending a concert together. This shared adventure can be both a delightful escape and a chance to reconnect. Here’s how to make the most of this unique outing. Picture this: it’s a vibrant spring evening,…
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10 Essential Things to Say to Your Teen Daughter Who’s Eyeing Emancipation
Get Pregnant Fast This weekend, rising star Mia Thompson, 17, made headlines after gaining her legal emancipation from her mother. While the media has focused on troubling allegations of neglect in this case, many parents can relate to the age-old struggle between teens yearning for freedom and the concerns of their caregivers. It’s a timeless…
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A Heartfelt ‘See You Later’ Letter to My Teen Son
Get Pregnant Fast As I watch my son, Jackson, unfold his tall frame from the car, I can’t help but notice the way he clutches his backpack and laptop tightly. The faint scent of his cologne mingles with that unmistakable aroma of teenage boyhood, as his hair is styled with “product” (in case you’re wondering,…
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Navigating the Challenge of Letting Go of Your Teen
Get Pregnant Fast His hazel eyes rolled skyward as he crossed his arms, exhaling loudly. “Why can’t I just stay here while you run errands? I’m not a baby anymore, Mom.” He stood there, chin defiantly raised, daring me to respond. While I wanted to point out that his behavior was a tad childish, I…