“Our goal is that children everywhere will have the knowledge to make wise choices in the care of their bodies.” – Dr. Metten
New Parenting Challenge: Your adolescent’s first crush
Your adolescent son or daughter will likely have a first crush as they mature through puberty. They are going to be incredibly insecure as they venture into the scary world of a love interest. So it’s important you walk gently through this experience with them. [Read more…]
When it comes to knowing what your adolescent understands about puberty, it is never too late to teach them. It becomes a little more difficult to get their attention after about 11 years old, but there are still important points for them to understand. Some schools offer limited instruction, but your child will benefit the most by learning from you. [Read more…]
One predominant characteristic of the adolescent years is a drive for independence. They will resist control at all costs. They are creative and determined to make their own choices and secure their own destiny. Therefore, they will find a way to be free as your control tightens around them. [Read more…]
Most adolescents are not known for their thankful spirit. But, now is the time to inspire it. [Read more…]
Now that your adolescent is maturing, it is time to start peeling off the layers of armor that you began collecting from the moment you learned that you were pregnant. [Read more…]
January 14th, 2019
Your adolescent son or daughter will likely have a first crush as they mature through puberty. They are going to[read more]
December 18th, 2018
