Work At Home

Parenting Teen

The teen years are known as the toughest years of parenting and with good reason. You have a child who is going through hormonal changes as well as growing and craving independence. Although these years can be tough, with a little help and thought you can get through them...

Parenting Teenager Daughter - Helping Her Develop a Good Body Image

Despite all your pep talks and positive reinforcement, you can't seem to get through to your daughter. She's miserable. You're saddened that she's so disheartened with her body. How do you help your daughter develop a good body image?

Dealing with Teen Aggression
Children learn what they live. Teenagers are no exception. If they live in a household where shouting, profanity or worse goes on, the likelihood that your teen will deal with aggression in the same manner is high...

How do I talk to My Teen About Sex?

It's hard to find a middle ground when it comes to talking to teens about sex. Some parents have a hard time uttering the word s-e-x. While other parents are more like the teen's buddy and want to swap stories. How the parent views sex will reflect how much and when the topic is discussed at home..

How do I talk to my Teen About Drug Abuse?

Many parents want to know at what age they should have "the drug talk" with their children. There should not be just one talk. Ongoing, open communication, ideally starting by age eight is appropriate. However it is never too late to start the dialog...