Many parents hope their children become a little version of themselves, a mini-me. It’s easy for them to love and gush over a child who shares many commonalities with them. But what happens when the child turns out to be the complete opposite of them? Some parents find themselves in a situation where their children …
Should I Let My Child Quit An Activity?
“Should I let my child quit?” Have you ever asked yourself this question? Many parents find themselves at this crossroads, torn between encouraging their children to persevere and allowing them to step back. It’s not always an easy decision, especially since most people have been raised to believe that quitting can NEVER be an option. …
60 Conversation starters for when communication stalls with your kids
Have you ever experienced moments when you are trying to have a conversation with your preteen/teen and all you get is “yeah,” “good,” or “okay, I guess”? It may sometimes feel like you have to pull things out of them because otherwise, you won’t have any meaningful conversations with them. This does not only happen …