Learning that one’s child is homosexual, lesbian, bisexual or transsexual can be a tremendous shock to a parent. In fact, many youths anticipate that the information will distress their parents and have a negative impact on their relationship with the parents. Hence most youths avoid disclosure, seeking to spare themselves and parents the upset.
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Archive for the Category ◊ Parenting, Children & Family ◊
A teen’s first job is a right of passage. It provides the teen the ability to earn money independently and teaches them new meanings for responsibility. The first job also enlightens the teen to the responsibilities of the parents and for many, makes them appreciative not only of their parents, but of the value of money.
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The issue isn’t trust. The issue is curiosity, childhood curiosity. It is the kind of curiosity that can either lead to good things… or danger.
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Helping your family get and stay healthy isn’t always easy. It’s tough to get your family away from the television and computer screens and find places for you to get active together.
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Thanksgiving doesn’t have to kick-off a month of unhealthy eating for your family. The holiday season provides the perfect opportunity to make healthier choices for your family meal. Try the following tips to ensure a healthy and delicious Thanksgiving meal
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Sometimes it’s hard to keep up with them – your children. It wasn’t long ago when you could just tell them what to do and they listened. You were the boss. But now that your kids are teens, you just don’t seem to hold the same authority and telling your teen what to do only seems to backfire.
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Parents want their child to have good self-esteem. However, self-esteem doesn’t come naturally to children. It is something that must be fostered, developed, nurtured and grown. Following these four tips can help.
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Halloween is about more than just a competition to see who brings home the most candy. Instead of focusing on the sugary side of this scare-fest, try working with your kids to build lasting memories that focus on healthier Halloween staples like pumpkins, creative costumes and haunted houses.
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October is International Walk to School Month. Walking and biking to school is a great way to help young people increase their daily physical activity and build healthy lifelong habits. Join the growing walk to school movement by participating in one of the many national walking events, or by starting one of your own.
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