Do you remember middle school? I do. I wouldn't want to go back, to be honest. Drama, voice changes, switching classes, identity, hormones, awkwardness. It's enough to make the kids cry and give parents the hee bee jeebies. Middle school is a different place than it was in the 90's. (Uh-oh am I showing my age?) Now kids have so many things vying for their attention all while they are trying to excel academically. How can parents combat the awkward years? Check … [Read more...]
9 Amazingly Easy Ways to Help Your Teenager Gain Confidence
*This post is sponsored by Sticky Quotes, but all opinions and thoughts are my own. Children are not born with confidence. It's our job as parents to teach our children how to conquer the world and instill confidence in them. Unfortunately, many parents believe that they can take the hands off approach when their child becomes a teenager. They think that because they no longer need assistance with small daily tasks, that parenting transforms into … [Read more...]