Here is a discussion starter for you to have with your young adolescent son about some of the changes happening in his body during puberty. This discussion will help to answer questions he might have about when he is going to grow taller and get…
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Changes in Puberty for Boys – Growing Pains
June 21, 2018
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
Mom and Her Middle School Son: Relationship Changes
May 31, 2018
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
Moms and sons share a special relationship. I treasure the one I have with my son. But when middle school begins, it is surprising to both how much their relationship is tested. If your son is eleven to fourteen years old, you understand what I…
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Teaching Your Son What He NEEDS to Know
May 24, 2018
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
There is so much for our young adolescent sons to learn about the changes happening to them during puberty. But what are you supposed to do if they don’t want to learn from you? Start Teaching Your Son Early First recommendation, start early. From ten…
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They Love and Hate Me in The Same Hour!
May 17, 2018
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
When your son or daughter enters middle school, they look and act very much like a child. When they leave middle school, their features have matured and they have a very different attitude toward you and life in general. Very few parents are ready for…
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Changes in Teens – Part 3: Sexual Awareness
May 10, 2018
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
If you have an adolescent, you have likely noticed emotional changes in your child that make you wonder what has happened to them. These changes are mostly due to rapid brain development that happens during the adolescent years. The brain is preparing them to think…
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