Post by Jeanne SagerOh, my heart hurts today. The mom blogging community has lost one of our own: Kathreen Ricketson, better known on Twitter as WhipUp, is gone, as is partner Rob Shugg. And the couple's two children saw it all -- their parents drown… - 2 days ago, 17 May 13, 1:30pm -
Post by Lindsay ManneringLooking for a loophole when it comes to spying on your teen? Here's a great one. Dr. Claire McCarthy of Boston.com explains that she uses her family's cellphone bill to see if her teens are texting while driving. She points o… - 3 days ago, 16 May 13, 9:09pm -
Post by Jeanne SagerReady for more proof that Farrah Abraham is nutters mcgee? The Teen Mom and recent porn star has started a Twitter war with former co-star Catelynn Lowell over -- get this -- who is the better role model.Ohhhhh, ohhhhh, ohhhhh. I… - 3 days ago, 16 May 13, 1:49pm -
Post by Jacqueline BurtIt's something of a stereotype, but the average teen tends to be a bit on the self-absorbed side. Even the ones who aren't all that self-absorbed. Adolescence is simply a time when human beings are completely wrapped up in thei… - 4 days ago, 15 May 13, 6:01pm -
Post by Jeanne SagerIt's the question of the decade. How far should schools go to stomp out bullying? Should a school, for example, confiscate 900-some yearbooks, destroy them, and print new books ... all because one student was called a mean name on… - 4 days ago, 15 May 13, 2:01pm -
Post by Adriana VelezWill and Jada Pinkett Smith have gone out of their way to raise two kids who feel confident expressing themselves. But are they prepared to hear everything their kids have to express? Their son just announced what he wants for hi… - 5 days ago, 14 May 13, 8:01pm -
Post by Lindsay ManneringA middle school in New Jersey lost $1.3 million in funding because of the district's high absentee rates, so they decided to take action. Using money and gifts donated by local businesses, the school is using iPads, bikes, an… - 5 days ago, 14 May 13, 7:56pm -
Post by Jeanne SagerLeave it to Farrah Abraham to come up with a parenting method that makes us want to go take a shower. The Teen Mom has been making headlines lately for her new porn star venture, Backdoor Teen Mom. Fortunately daughter Sophia is t… - 5 days ago, 14 May 13, 6:30pm -
Post by Ericka SóuterBuying a used car is always a gamble. You could be driving off with a total lemon. If you are lucky, next time you are in the market for one, you will come across an ad like the one recently spotted on Craigslist. Not only does… - 6 days ago, 14 May 13, 12:00am -
Post by Emily AbbateDespite being given just days to live, Marie Sowler has a lot to be happy about right now. Diagnosed with stage 4 leukemia, the 19-year-old's father and sister pitched in with a double bone marrow transplant that failed to work. H… - 6 days ago, 13 May 13, 6:35pm -
The summertime is fast approaching. Soon school will lock their doors and your children will be enjoying the lazy, hazy days of summer. As they say, Idle hands can be dangerous. It’s important to give your teenager both relaxation during the su… - 16 days ago, 3 May 13, 5:08pm -
From the time your child started showing that he or she had a mind of their own you’ve had to practice some sort of discipline. Whether you practice natural consequences, corporal punishment or another method entirely, the fact is the best way to d… - 39 days ago, 10 Apr 13, 3:02pm -
Today, many teens are diagnosed with depression, and even more suffer from it without ever speaking to a professional. There are several different causes for teen depression, and this disorder is often something that shows up before a teen attempts s… - 87 days ago, 22 Feb 13, 2:11am -
The weight of a high SAT score might seem insignificant if pricey tuition isn’t a problem and your student can boast a transcript filled with As, a resume filled with part-time jobs, an active social life and a leadership position in high school. B… - 4 Feb 13, 3:46am -
Many parents warn their children about the dangers of driving under the influence, but the same warning should be given about distracted driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration notes that texting while driving is six times more da… - 31 Jan 13, 11:44am -
Today, more people are forming friendships and relationships via the Internet. Even though the Internet is a great way to meet new people, it can also be a very dangerous place for a teen. Fortunately, there are a number of ways that you can keep you… - 29 Jan 13, 4:50pm -
Let your child know that they are not alone. They may not realize that other people are dealing with the same issues. Let them know that they don’t have to talk to you about their problems if they don’t want to, but reassure them that you are… - 18 Jan 13, 2:43pm -
Bullying isn’t just specific to classrooms — your child can be bullied within the comfort of your home. Through social media, your teen can become the target of around-the-clock cyber bullying. Here are some tips if your son or daughter or someon… - 16 Jan 13, 5:34pm -
The great thing about teenagers is that they really want to be independent, so this part of your job is rather simple in that it’s something they really want. But it can be hard to know when to loosen the leash. However, like most things in life, w… - 7 Dec 12, 1:27pm -
There is so much to be concerned about when raising children and ensuring that they enter into their teen years feeling great about themselves. Will they be healthy, happy and well-adjusted? How much do the things done by parents affect them? Is… - 3 Dec 12, 2:42pm -
The bad news is that those students drinking on college campuses are drinking more. However, the good news is there is an increase in students who abstain completely from alcohol or drink moderately. How do we prepare teens for a world that is fille… - 15 May 12, 8:34pm -
Growing up as the youngest of three daughters, my mother was always extra concerned with my safety and well-being. As a typical teenager, I was annoyed by this and would often roll my eyes at her rules and advice and claim she “didn’t understand… - 11 May 12, 4:31pm -
Here is one of our favorite Mother’s Day post from our very own Michele Tomeo. We are featuring it again this year and would like to give our best wishes to all the mothers on their special day.If you’d like to receive tips, tools and guidance f… - 7 May 12, 4:18pm -
Your kids learn to how drive long before they are learning to drive. In the same way that you model behaviors of all kinds, so do you teach your child how be safe on the road, how to operate a lethal weapon called a car, and how to be a driver. - 11 Jan 12, 5:15pm -
Synthetic marijuana, known as Spice or K2, is gaining attention among high school seniors. According to The University of Michigan’s Monitoring the Future study one in every nine 12th graders reported using this drug. Another synthetic drug to be a… - 15 Dec 11, 4:05pm -
Parents! In case you didn't see our October Parent E-mail, here it is. If you'd like to receive tips, tools and guidance for raising your tween, teen or young adult, please sign up for our monthly parent e-mail. - 9 Nov 11, 8:36pm -
Is my teen's attitude and behavior normal? If you've asked yourself this question, welcome to the club. From mood swings to risk taking, "normal teenage behavior" can appear to be anything but normal to parents. Science shows that from early adolesc… - 28 Oct 11, 4:23pm -
Download our Prescription and Over-the-Counter Drug Guide to learn about the legal drugs (like Miss Emmas, Oxy, Vike, Block Busters, Roofies, etc.) teens are using and abusing. - 13 Oct 11, 2:56pm -
Parents! In case you didn’t see our September Parent E-mail, here it is. If you’d like to receive tips, tools and guidance for raising your tween, teen or young adult, please sign up for our monthly parent e-mail.Dear Parents:What makes a goo… - 5 Oct 11, 1:30pm -
