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Friday, April 18th, 2008
Here are a few more simple ways to help you boost your teen’s self esteem:
* Schedule some one on one time with your teen. You can go on dates together and just hang out and have fun. Active teens may not get as much time with their parents as younger siblings. Make sure that you have some special time together and let your teen know that you feel she is worth spending time with.
Simple steps to Boost Your Teen’s Self Esteem (Part 1)
Monday, April 14th, 2008The teenage years can be really tough for both the teen and the parent. They are marked by an increasing desire for independence, and, all often times, struggles with low self-esteem. However, while the need for independence is certain during your child’s journey to adulthood, low self-esteem doesn’t have to be.
It may seem difficult to get through to your teen, because they seem to be more interested in what their friends have to say than your opinions. But there are some things you can do to shape up your teen’s self-esteem.
Ensure Your Teens Lose Weight the Right Way
Wednesday, April 9th, 2008With teen celebrities all losing weight, there is no doubt that there is a trend on weight loss going on. From teenage girls to teenage boys, upper class, middle class, middle school, high school, everybody, it seems, wants to have a slim body.
Dieting is not necessarily a bad thing. In fact, when done right, dieting can do great things for the body. Eating the right foods and exercising, which are the hallmarks of proper dieting, can produce a healthy body that is strong and fit.
Spring Fashion For Teens
Friday, March 21st, 2008Part of the fun of being a teenager is keeping up with all of the hottest new trends! Each season brings along a slew of new fashions for young and old alike and the teens of the world are always happy to strut their stuff in the latest spring fashions.
Parents of teenagers know how important fashion is to them. Each teen has his or her own individual style. Some love to follow the latest trends, while others have a fashion sense all their own. Here are some of the hottest fashion trends for teens this spring:
The Little White Dress
Coping with Teen Dating - Tips for Parents
Wednesday, March 19th, 2008Most parents have some fears of the day their child will start dating. It is the big sign that they’re growing up and are entering adulthood. But it’s important to remember that they do still need you now and this is a normal development phase of the teen years. There are also things you can do to make dating easier for both of you.
Talk to your teen about what a good relationship is. While you may think your teen already knows how to date, they probably don’t. Most of their information comes from media that’s meant to be entertaining, not realistic. Make sure your child understands what it means to be in a loving and supporting relationship. Once you’re done talking, set a good example in your relationship with your significant other.
Teens & Depression - How to spot it and more
Monday, March 17th, 2008You can listen to the new Parenting My Teen show by visiting Parentng My Teen and clicking on the ‘Listen Now’ Button.
This week we are tackling the very important topic of teen depression. Gary Direnfeld, Social Worker and
child expert is joining me and we are talking about the topic from many angles; what depression is, what
type of depression teens suffer from, and how to get your teen help the help that he or she needs.
How fast does your teen go?
Sunday, March 9th, 2008
I came across a blog post today about a teen boy who was shamed by his mother for over-speeding. This 16 year old boy was caught going 107 mph in a 55-mph zone - WOW … soooo dangerous.
As part of his punishment, his car was taken away by his mom and for 1 month, he was to stand in front of his highschool before and after school holding up a sign that said “I was STUPID. I drove over 100 mph and got caught. Thank God! I could have killed me and my friends.” Some kids laughed at him but most of them understood the reason for the punishment. You can read more about this story here.
College Preparation
Sunday, February 24th, 2008College preparation doesn’t have to be stressful. It is a very exciting time and here are some tips on how to help you child prepare for the college experience.
If you have children and don’t have a college plan in place, you may want to start thinking about starting one soon. Here are 4 ways to prepare for your kid’s college education:
1. Start saving today. One thing is certain - you can never save too much money or plan too far ahead for your child’s education. College expenses are soaring around the country at all-time highs. It’s a good idea to create a college saving plan and implement it a soon as possible. Even saving a little each week is better than no savings at all.
New Show: Coffee Table Talk About Dating, Sex & Birth Control
Monday, February 18th, 2008Stop on by Parenting My Teen soon and tun into the new show.
This weeks show is short, sweet, packed with great information and I have an announcement about how the Parenting My Teen Podcast is growing. You can listen to the new show by visiting
http://www.parentingmyteen.com and clicking on the ‘Listen Now’ Button.
This week we are joined by Tricia Gardner who had some very pressing questions about her teen daughter, dating and sex. Listen to my advice if you have a teen (boy or girl) who is dating or about to enter
into the dating scene and you are wondering how to handle certain situations.
Decorating Tips for Your Teens Room
Tuesday, February 12th, 2008Years ago, most preteen bedrooms were one dimensional, that is, one color on the walls, perhaps a light or dark carpet, a bed, bureaus, and perhaps a desk with a lamp, and a small overhead light fixture. Today, preteen rooms are exploding with color and themes. Here are some decorating tips for your preteen’s bedroom that are more modern and oriented toward the uniqueness of your teen.
Basically, it’s all about theme, color, furniture, bedding and windows. What is your preteen interested in these days? If you have a teen daughter, she may opt for pastels with white furniture. If you have a teen son, he may go for darker colors and wood furniture.
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