Getting One-On-One Time With Your Child At Home
One of the best ways parents can pour into their relationship with their child is by prioritizing one-on-one time. For many families, this involves parents taking turns taking their child out for fun things like ice cream, movies, or trips to the library. How can you make sure your child still gets one-on-one time with […]
When You Don’t Know How to Communicate with Your Teenager
Is parenting your teenager intimidating? Heartbreak, rebellion, hormones, and other issues can make the parent-child relationship difficult. However, communicating with your teenager during these times is crucial. Here are some ways you can make that process smoother. 1. Listen Effective listening means more than just understanding their words. Good communication involves listening with your heart, […]
Discussing Healthy Dating with Your Teen
The teenage years often bring your child’s first relationship. It is better to address healthy dating with your child sooner rather than later. 1. Why talk with them? Although many may brush off teenage relationships as “puppy love,” your teens feel the effects of them strongly. Statistics also show that nearly 1.5 million high schoolers […]
Helping Your Introverted Child Make Friends
No parent wants their child to feel alone and overlooked. Yet, introverted children can find it difficult to make friends, due to their quieter personality. Here are some ways you can help your introverted child build relationships. First, Understand Them Introverted children are often dismissed as just being shy. They are often more careful, more […]
