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Super Sweet 16 Birthday Party Tips
Tips for making your child's sweet 16th birthday party a success. Throw your child a memorable, happy, and safe16th birthday party birthday party....(more)
Setting Your First College Budget
Setting a budget for your child's first year in college can be a daunting task. It's important that you take some time to focus on this task beforehand so that nothing is missed and everyone in the family has a satisfying and affordable first year of college experience....(more)
Essential Teenage Dating Advice for Parents
When a child becomes a teenager, dating becomes a main focus of life. Although dating can be an exciting and educational experience for your teenager, it is also riddled with dangers and challenges that all parents should be aware of in particular. Follow these guidelines to help your child have...(more)
Parenting Advice: Establishing and Maintaining a Curfew for a Teenager
When it comes to setting and enforcing a teenage curfew, parents tend to take an all-or-nothing approach. While giving your teen free reign over her comings and goings can get her into trouble, you don't want to be the tyrant behind whose back she sneaks, either. By reaching a compromise...(more)Children's Entertainment
The 6 Video Games Parents Wish Were Never Made
Video games have always been a source of contention between parents and kids. Parents want to provide their children with entertainment outlets, but they struggle with the negative messages they perceive violent games send. Kids don't see it that way. They see their parent's restrictive actions as infringing on their...(more)Best Crafts to Entertain Your Teen Daughter and Friends at a Sleepover
A slumber party does not have to be a gathering where teenage girls in night clothes stay overnight at your home, only to talk and eat the whole time. Entertain them by letting them make some crafts to make their time more fun and productive. Making a slumber party pillowcase...(more)Confidence Building Activities for Teenagers
Teaching kids to work together plays an important role in the future development of their social and vocational skills. Teens who learn to work as a team early in life are much better prepared to work on a team in college and in the workforce. But getting teens to cooperate...(more)Developmental Milestones
Baby's First Year: Developmental Milestones to Look Forward To.
Starting in utero, expectant moms are checking off the developmental milestones as their growing fetus meets them, and the tracking just continues once baby is born. This article will tell you what to expect during baby's first year....(more)A Parent's Guide to Core Requirements: Common Subjects Taught in High Schools
Though your high school student probably feels too grown up to consult you much about school matters, it is important that you stay informed of what classes your child needs to graduate. Some of the classes depend on whether your child plans to go to college; other courses are required...(more)Age Appropriate of Chores for Children Ages 4-10
Giving your kids chores at a young age will give them a sense of responsibility, even at a young age. Though you can't give them many chores, it will help instill a sense of duty, and they will feel helpful for contributing something to the family. Some parents make the...(more)
Amanda Rodriguez is a former middle school English and history teacher from California. She moved to the East Coast many years ago to pursue her Master's degree and raise her family with her spous ...Read More
