It can be difficult when our kids start to date, especially if you don’t like the person they’re spending so much time with. Parents are…

Kids and teens go through different phases as they discover and grow into themselves. Think back to when you were young, you probably had interests…

Many parents wonder how to deal with ungrateful stepchildren. When you are giving it your all and it seems like they are just dissatisfied no…

A question that gets asked by many is “why do teenage daughters hate their mothers?” Teenage daughters hate their mothers because of the strained relationship…

Here is a letter to my daughter asking for forgiveness. To my daughter, I’m sorry.  I had my daughter at a young age. I was…

Piercings have always been a contested topic for parents, but the belly button seems to be a bit harder to accept than other body parts….

Ah, young love. It’s a beautiful thing…until it isn’t. If your 13-year-old son currently has a girlfriend, it’s time to get as many details as…

There can be times where parents favor their children more than a normal amount. This is especially common when it involves stepchildren. Many mothers out…

It can really hurt when your daughter prioritizes her boyfriend over her family. Sometimes it can feel like you are the one responsible for this…

You want to be able to express your love for your adult son and let him know how proud he makes you. Sometimes, finding the…

Many parents all over the world have found inappropriate texts on sons phone. This can be alarming at first and might come as a shock…

15 Easy Ways to Build Structure in a Blended Family Blended families are amazing, but it’s not always sunshine like the Brady Bunch. It takes…

When you are upset and frustrated with your child’s dishonesty, you may be left asking yourself, “ Can I call the police if my child…

Many parents think that their daughter’s boyfriend is not good enough. This can be due to multiple reasons which will be covered below. But first,…

Many parents are stumped when it comes to curfews for their adult children that are still living at home. You may even wonder whether a…

The dynamics of being a step-parent often feel rather precarious. You’re a parent, but you’re not “the” parent. One of the big hurdles that many…

When your child becomes an adult, it changes the dynamics in the house. You may want to enforce rules for your 21-year-old child, but feel…

If you are part of a blended family, doing activities together is very important. It is part of the bonding process that will bring your…

Is being 19 too old to live with your parents? This is a question that comes up a lot in many discussions. Once you become…

When your son starts to date, it can be a scary feeling especially when he chooses someone that doesn’t share the same core beliefs as…

If you or your ex-partner have gotten remarried, there may be stepparents involved in your child’s life. Unfortunately, many problems can arise when stepparents get…

Teenage couples fight, a lot. Mostly because they are still learning how to navigate the complicated workings of a relationship. Many of the things teenage…

Co-Parenting with an ex can be difficult depending on how your relationship with the father of your child is and on what terms the relationship…

Ah, young love, the bane of parents around the world. Let’s be honest; teenagers are absolutely blind when it comes to love and relationships. They…

Knowing how to motivate a lazy 20 year old can be an easy process if the right steps are taken. Motivation is something that everyone…

Summer vacations are a great escape from the stresses of the world, but what do you do if your son asks you if he can…

It can be difficult to find common ground and form a healthy bond with someone else’s children. It can be even worse if the children…

So your 15-year-old son has no friends. The good news is, in most cases, this can be taken care of pretty quickly. The bad news…

Family dynamics are challenging.  Every family is unique, but very few families are problem-free.  We are raised to believe we should love God, love our…

Having the feeling that “my daughter only wants me for money” is frustrating and disheartening. As parents, we want to feel loved by our children…

Deciding how much rent you should charge your 25-year-old son can be difficult to decide. On one side, they are your son and you want…

Nowadays, teaching a 6-year old child to read books in an accurate way is easier than ever. Though the process of reading is a complex…

It’s tempting to want to teach your children to drive young. They are likely very excited about learning to drive and are asking you non…

Parenting is not an easy job. It does not come with a handbook, although many of us wish it did. Being a parent often means…

When you notice your son has a controlling girlfriend, it can be quite concerning. In their defense, we all know what it’s like to be…

If your college student is living at home, they need to start pulling their own weight. If they are to be ready for the real…

It can be pretty challenging when you become a stepparent. When you fall in love with someone that already has children, you may have some…

Leaving a tween at home alone can be concerning. We want to be sure to keep them entertained and out of trouble. During the summer…

Dyeing your hair is a very modern, trendy thing to do in the fashion world. Many girls want to dye their hair to change their…

Many parents have had the question “should I let my 20-year-old daughter stay at her boyfriend’s? This is a difficult decision that many parents have…

Independence is an important life skill to learn, and it’s never too early to start. It is essentially the gateway to confidence and when combined,…

Young adults of the 21st Century are being deemed as the Boomerang Generation. In fact, a recent study of college seniors found that “85% [of…

I’ve had countless parents ask me if crop tops are appropriate for their 10-year-old daughters. We don’t want our daughters to be ashamed of their…

It can be very disheartening to see your 22-year-old son with no direction. We still want to help and protect them yet we want them…

First, I’m going to establish some basics. When asking should you let your 15-year-old son sleep with his girlfriend, we are talking about sex. No…

Whenever our children start dating, it can be difficult. We always see them as our little babies before you know it, they are getting in…

Okay, so your 9-year-old still believes in the tooth fairy. The good news is, it’s not necessarily a harmful situation. Very few children are scarred…

There comes a time in someone’s life where they are ready to take responsibility for themselves and go out into the world. If your 18-year-old…

Many parents have wondered how to deal with a 14-year-olds son’s attitude which is not surprising since at that age, children tend to start misbehaving….

We all had our stuffie or blankie growing up. It provided comfort and eased us to sleep each night. The majority if people grow out…

So you want to convince your son to get married, but he doesn’t see eye-to-eye? One of the many things parents have to face is…

Vaping is a hot topic in the news these days amongst researchers, scientists, educators, and politicians. The rise of teen vaping has been expediential is…

Heartbreaks can be one of the worst feelings ever. All of us have felt it at some point in our lives and it is especially…

As we grow older, we get to a point where it is time to move out of our parent’s house and start a new life…

A question that many parents have is “should a 14-year-old wear a crop top? The parents of most young girls know that one day she…

As parents, it’s natural to care about our adult children’s happiness. It can be tough when you’re trying to figure out why your 21-year-old daughter…

Deciding how much freedom a 13-year-old should have is tricky. They have now entered their teenage years and want more freedom, but at the end…

If you have an adult daughter, and she’s dating a married man, you will need to understand that even though you are her parent, she…

Does your 13-year-old son not want to do anything? If this is the case, it can be pretty concerning as a parent. there are many…

From the moment that tiny baby is placed in your arms, a piece of your heart is officially living outside of your body. There is…

Children are expected to respect their parents, but in a newly blended family, this feeling can sometimes get lost in the translation. While the instinct…

It can be quite concerning when you think your son is dating a gold digger. Identifying women that are after money is getting harder and…

Many people ask the question “Why is living with your parents bad”? The answer to that stems from many different factors but it mostly has…

Many parents have asked the question should I let my 18-year-old go on a road trip? The answer to that question varies on many different…

Many parents wonder “How do I protect my child from bad influence?” It can be truly worrisome to think about who and what your child…

Your daughter is experiencing a lot of new feelings and changes during adolescence. Her body is developing and she might not be too happy about…

How much Time Should my Teenage Daughter Spend with her Boyfriend? That is a very common question that many parents have when their daughter finally…

In today’s time, motivation is hard to come by. Especially for younger generations, it can be hard to find something to get motivated about. Before…

Did you know that there are an estimated 52 million felons in the United States as of 2020? That is 15% of the population! While…

There comes a time where your children grow up and become adults. It’s also a time where they should become responsible for themselves but unfortunately,…

Lots of young adults don’t make it through college or will take a break before they decide to go back and finish obtaining their degrees….

So you dislike your teenage daughter. The good news is, you’re not alone. More people than you think dislike their teenagers. Why? Teenage girls can…

So your 21-year-old daughter is dating an older man. For most parents, that typically is a point of concern. As a parent of a young…

Many parents find it hard to deal with their newly adult 18-year-olds. 18-year-olds are smack in the middle of being a child and being a…

If you have an adult child living at home, you might be wondering what types of rules to set for them. It might be difficult…

If you’ve seen your ten-year-old humping things, you were probably horrified at the moment, but hopefully, upon reflection, you realized that this is perfectly normal…

If you have a suspicion that your 17-year-old is smoking weed, you have a touchy situation on your hands. You don’t want to make your…

A common phrase that is said in many blended families is “my boyfriend gets annoyed with my son.” It can be a hard thing to…

Whether or not to allow your 18-year-old daughter’s boyfriend to sleepover is a tricky question many parents run into. As your daughter goes from a…

19-years-old is not an easy time to be alive. The world is expecting you to get your life together but the reality is most 19-year-olds…

The teenage years get a lot of attention for being a difficult time in our children’s lives. What many fail to mention is that young…

Divorce is a very hard process to go through. It has been determined that 40 to 50% of couples end up divorcing. This can seem…

You feel as though your 20-year-old daughter is disrespecting you. This can be a difficult thing to deal with. We do so much for our…

Having a 19-year-old son that doesn’t want to do anything can be scary for any parent. Having a son in this phase can be a…

There are man parents that have to deal with their 17-year-old son going off the rails. This can be a common issue because at that…

A parent came up to me concerned saying “my 11-year-old still believes in the tooth fairy”. Many parents have used the tooth fairy as a…

Unfortunately, you are in a situation where your boyfriend’s grown daughter is manipulative. This can be quite an issue for relationships. Harmony between you and…

So your 15-year-old still sleeps with their parents. Is this healthy? Is it normal? You are bound to be full of questions. It is not…

Many parents wonder what are some consequences for students who don’t do homework. It can be a challenge to get your students to do their…

So your 15-year-old wants to live with a non-custodial parent. The bad news is the road ahead is not going to be easy the good…

Potty training normally occurs between the ages of eighteen and thirty-six months with most children being able to stay fully dry throughout the night by…

In ever-increasing numbers, older children are staying at home with their parents or are moving back home after struggling to stay afloat on their own….

When your son announces that he will be bringing home his girlfriend for the first time, the expectation is that you will be greeted by…

A common question that many people have is “How Much Should I Pay my Parents for Rent?” Many parents have set up a system where…

It’s important to have a clear set of rules for 20-year-olds living at home. You want to foster independence as you deal with your adult…

As our kids get older they might try to push the limits with their fashion choices. It can be difficult to decide what’s appropriate for…

Forming a new family can be quite challenging. This is exceptionally true for the stepparent who is inadvertently filling another very important person’s shoes. While…

Children often have some nasty habits. As parents, we try to teach them that some things are not socially acceptable. Usually, they get the message…

It can be painful to be in a situation where your teenage daughter hates you but loves her dad. Depending on your situation, it can…

Wanting the best for your children and their future is natural. Hearing that your 20-year-old dropped out of college can knock the wind out of…

As parents, we want to see our children be in a stable relationship, have sufficient education, and income before they try to bring their own…

Many parents have asked the question “Should I let my Son have his Girlfriend in his Room?” Relationships are one of the greatest blessings someone…

Relationships can either be a blessing or a toll. If you are in a situation where you are trying to find out how to get…