

Is a Teen Depressed, Or Just Moody?
A tough and important topic. "Any parent of an adolescent has to wonder, of course, what’s the difference between 'regular' adolescent...


What Teens Really Want To Know About Sex
Anonymous questions are the best! Here's some insight into what teens wonder about sex.


Tweens and Teens Dating In the Digital Age
Are teens using hookup apps? How has dating changed in the digital world? Here are some statistics and food for thought.


Why Children Need Chores
For those of you still working on New Year's resolutions-- chores!


Every Day is Picture Day
Permission before posting. I started asking my kids for their permission before posting their photos about one year ago. They appreciate...


The Healthy Sex Talk: Teaching Kids Consent, Ages 1-21
Freshman orientation is not when we should be teaching consent for the first time. Consent can be taught from a very early age-- before...


What Keeps Kids Up At Night? It Could Be Their Cellphone
Is anyone surprised? Get those devices out of the bedrooms at night. Your rooms too, parents!


Teaching Children the Real Names For Body Parts
Such a great piece. We call them elbows and noses and knees. What's so different about those other parts?? "I want children to...


Why Prosecuting a Teen Girl for Sexting Is Absurd
Child pornography laws were designed to protect minors, but until the courts and legal system figure this out, we REALLY need to talk to...


Newsflash: Your Girl Doesn't Have to Be Friends with Everyone
Managing friendships and personalities is challenging, to say the least. Here's a developmentally appropriate piece on the topic.
