As our children enter the teen years, friends become more and more important to them. This is normal, and appropriate for young people who are quickly approaching new levels of independence. But the parenting part isn’t done yet – parents still have a big influence on their children's friend group. Know their circles When they’re little, kids … Continue reading Who are your kids spending time with?
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Developing the “Family Rules”
One of the hardest things to do as a parent is to enforce discipline with your kids. It feels mean, and no parent enjoys their child crying or yelling. But discipline is required for them to learn boundaries, appropriate behavior, and helpful life skills. Select rules that make sense for your family Your family rules … Continue reading Developing the “Family Rules”