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Denise's Parenting Teens Blog January 2006 Archive

By Denise Witmer, About.com Guide to Parenting Teens

Looking for Some Valentine’s Day Fun for Teens?

Tuesday January 31, 2006
If you work with youth – or you just want to be the coolest parent on the block – you need to try these Valentine’s Day ideas with your group ... Read More

Before the Prom: Developing a Budget

Friday January 27, 2006
Is your teenager starting to window shop for a dress or tuxedo for the prom? Then it's time to sit down with your teen and budget out the expenses - ... Read More

Family Activities Poll

Thursday January 26, 2006
With my teen daughter in basketball and wanting to spend time with her friends, my preteen daughter starting to add to her interests and I'm working at least three nights ... Read More

Calling all Parents of Junior High School Students

Monday January 23, 2006
It’s time to make an appointment with the high school guidance office to discuss your teen’s future. Don’t cop-out and make your teenager do it – going together works best. ... Read More

Your teen's friend has their driver's license - proceed with caution!

Thursday January 19, 2006
At first it may seem wonderful that your teen will now have a ride home from practice and you will not have to play chauffer as much. While this is ... Read More

Books for Parents: Mother/Daughter Relationships

Tuesday January 17, 2006
Mothers and daughters have a unique relationship. It can pull you so very close together, and sometimes, push you apart. Understand your relationship with your daughter by using these books. ... Read More

Preteens and Peer Pressure

Tuesday January 17, 2006
When your preteen first starts middle school they may be facing real peer pressure for the first time. Experimenting can happen at this age as these recently elementary school graduates ... Read More

Teen Dating Quiz - Are they friends or are they dating?

Wednesday January 11, 2006
Your teen has a special friend of the opposite sex and you’re wondering if they are dating, or if it is ‘just friends’. Many parents have faced this dilemma with ... Read More

Test Taking Do's and Don'ts for Parents

Wednesday January 11, 2006
Many teens in the US will soon be facing their mid-term examinations. Here are a few tips from the US Department of Education if your the parent of one of ... Read More

Setting Expectations

Monday January 9, 2006
When you formally develop a set of expectations, you begin to set your teen up for succeeding in meeting those expectations. That’s the first step in learning to handle responsibilities. ... Read More

Teen Idol Admits to Having an Eating Disorder

Friday January 6, 2006
Lead actress of Herbie: Fully Loaded, Lindsey Lohan has admitted to suffering from the serious eating disorder bulimia in an interview with Vanity Fair. This article is a perfect ice ... Read More

5 Factors That Contribute to Raising Resilient Teens

Monday January 2, 2006
Does your teen hesitate when faced with a problem? Does he ask you to list his choices? Or is he capable of solving a problem with a confident attitude? Learn ... Read More

Free 2006 Printable Calendar Pages

Monday January 2, 2006
Our Guide to Family Crafts at About.com has these great calendars you can print out for free. These are wonderful for sticking to your teen's bedroom door and reminding them ... Read More
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