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Readers Respond: Parents, Share Best Time to Talk to Your Teen

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When have you found is the best time to talk to your teen? Is it after they have gotten rest? Is the time different if you want to use discipline rather than just talk? Share your stories, opinions and experiences with us about when you feel it is the best time to talk to your teen and why. Share Your Thoughts

When He Is Eating

My son likes to talk when we sit down and eat. It doesn't have to be dinner, it can be a snack. So long as there is food, he chats away. I guess I'm lucky, but I suggest it to try out with other teens because it works so well for us.
—Leeza

Right Before Bed

My teens tend to share with me right at bedtime, either mine or theirs. I think it is because they are starting to relax and want input on things that are going on so that they can process it. Not sure, but I know that there have been times when I have wanted to use toothpicks to keep my eyes open I am so tired!
—ab_parenting

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