There are over 8.3 million teenage drivers aged 16-19 in the US, which is around 3.7% of the nation’s drivers. Learning to drive is an exciting rite of passage for teenagers, but it also comes with a lot of responsibility. As a parent, it's important to have open and honest conversations with your teen about safe driving habits before you hand over the keys.
Read MoreYou already know that teens are renowned for being germophiles. But when it comes to their bathrooms, they become super germophiles! Unfortunately, this can mean that the germs they shed can reside in their bathroom far longer than they do in their bodies. This is why it's vital to ensure that you keep your teens' disgusting bathroom free of germs! But how do you do that? Keep reading to find all the germy nastiness that we love to hate and how you can transform it into a germ free bathroom.
Read MoreChildren are often comforted by discussing things that frighten them. When they are given direction and know how to react to scary situations, it can make them feel less afraid. Fire and tornado drills at school guide kids on what to do when disaster strikes. School shootings are another kind of rare and tragic disaster that kids might face. Our job as parents is to discuss these situations to ensure our kids feel safe and know how to handle themselves in emergencies. Here are some thoughtful ways to approach these discussions.
Read MoreMisleading advertising can cause harm to anyone. But it can be even more harmful to teenagers, as they are still in the process of developing. As a parent, it’s up to you to find out more about how misleading advertising can harm your teenage sons or daughters and take the right steps to prevent the damage from happening. Communication is the key. Talk to your teenagers about the dangers of misleading ads and show them examples of how misleading marketing is applied so that they don’t become victims of it.
Read MoreLife with a teenager can be (and often is) hell. There are no books, manuals, or tips to help you deal with the daily onslaught of hormones – especially if you struggle to make a living. At some point, your teenage offspring will certainly hate you, but sometimes as a parent, you can influence the way you approach them. Then you might get lucky and understand what it means when teens say that a parent is, at best, a snob or a nuisance.
Read MoreIt’s hard to find time amidst the chaotic circle of life as we are busy running from one meeting to another. Our schedule is always full with the weekends being the only time where we get to spend some quality time with our loved ones. So tasks involving our loved ones, especially our children are pushed for the weekend as it is more or less seen as a time for bonding. So keep your phone and everything else aside because, for the next few minutes, you have to ‘listen’ to something important.
Having kids is the most wonderful thing in the world. They are the best part of your life, but when they get to the teenage years things get a whole lot harder. We’re sure that you have had your fair share of hard times with your kids, but teens are a whole new game that is very difficult to play. In this article, we’re going to be taking a look at handling some of the hard parts of parenting a teen, so keep reading down below if you would like to find out more.
Read MoreIf you have teen children, you know that over the next few years, you have to set them up for adulthood. It’s time to teach them fundamentals to guide them through the next few years — and their health should be a priority. Because teens don’t always know what’s best, you have to help. Here are seven habits to encourage your kids to lead healthy lives.
Read MoreIt takes time and diligence to perfect a skill, whether it’s a hobby, a sport, or something more serious like safely operating a vehicle. Teens and first-time drivers must prioritize the need to practice safe driving techniques without distraction. Here’s a helpful checklist to follow once you get your license.
Read MoreFathers play a crucial role in their child's development - from being there to help them ride their bikes to teaching them how to lace their shoes. However, as kids reach the ever-dreaded teen ages, they begin to pull away from their parents, as adolescence sets in. A father’s ability to remain relevant in his child’s life may depend on how well he can keep the father-child connection going, especially through the teen years. So how do fathers negotiate this period? How do you ensure that you do not lose your bond with your child at this stage? The following tips should be helpful.
Read MoreMost teenagers will have their first taste of alcohol long before they have reached the legal drinking age of 21. Alcoholism beginning during the teenage years can cause various health and risk problems as the child continues to get older. To stop teenage drinking, we must first understand the reasons why teenagers choose to drink in the first place. By understanding their reasons, you will be able to provide them with the help and support that they need to stop drinking.
Read MoreIf you think your child has a drug problem, you may not know what step to take next. As their parent, you can set them on the right path. There are many different ways you can approach this issue and be there for them at the same time.
Read MoreAre you a mother or father with a teenager? It might be time to have that “talk” with your teen. We mean the “first car” talk, of course. Although every parent worries about their teenager driving, it might be very useful for your teenager to have their own car. It’ll teach them how to care for a valuable asset, which is an important life skill. Here are 7 tips for buying your teenager a car
Read MoreIt would be almost impossible to overstate the effects and dangers of drug abuse, so many fathers find themselves overwhelmed with the idea of talking to their children about this sensitive topic. After all, how can you truly convey the impact of so destructive? In fact, with a few simple tips, many parents find that discussing this subject with their children can be easier and more productive than they ever thought possible.
Read MoreAs a parent, you might find it very difficult to have meaningful conversations about drugs and alcohol with your child. What you need to understand is that you are the most powerful force in the life of your child. If you do not speak to them, you are passively making a statement about the issue. You need to give them clear information and counsel about the issue so that there will be no misunderstandings. Here are some tips to get you started on your way to having a successful conversation with them.
We have all seen news stories about the increased stress that our youth face these days, and the increase in the effects of anxiety and alcohol featuring so destructively in their fledgling lives has led to countless problems in our society. So in this article we will first explore how parents can detect the symptoms of severe anxiety with the young, that often leads to alcohol and drug abuse, and then explore to best deal with what has become an everyday problem
Read MoreWhether your child (and I use the term loosely) is applying for a first holiday job while at college, or their first proper career job, seeing them actually take an interest in paying their way in the world is one of those ‘rites of passage’ things that goes with becoming an adult...
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