Kids are more mature these days. This may very well be true, but there are a bunch of areas where we are allowing - maybe even pushing - our kids to jump well above their age. Are we hurting them? Could we avoid the pitfalls? Dr. G and John Burnett of CBS' Pittsburgh Today Live talk about Social media Car seats Alcohol Video games Movies more! so check it out and see … [Read more...]
The Nasty Secret about Parent Guilt
I work full time, and am the mother of two daughters aged 2 and 6. My six year old, is in first grade and her buddies have those "Stay At Home Mom's" that tend to click together and organize playdates and classes during what are my work hours. The Moms all get along and thus, the kids have naturally become closer friends. These are the same Moms that get to help out in the … [Read more...]
Talking to Teens About Tough Decisions
Sex. Drinking. Driving. Getting a Job. What do these things have in common? Your child will probably do all of them at some age. The question is, what age is the right one? As we have those conversations with our kids, many of them will ask a question parents dread: "How old were YOU, your first time?" This question offers several opportunities. Dr. G has a suggestion that will … [Read more...]
4 Bad Lessons We’re Accidentally Teaching Our Kids
Kids listen. They especially listen to what we say near them. So check out the things a lot of parents say near our kids and why we might be teaching lessons we don't mean to teach! Kids learn. They learn from what we tell them, but even more from what we do. As frustrating as it can be to walk the walk all the time, that is the absolute best way to influence their … [Read more...]
The Big Night – How to Handle Prom and Graduation Parties
Prom Night Pressure Whatever a teen feels ready for - from how much money to spend and who to hang with to sexual intimacy and drinking - prom night makes everything feel more important. Graduation Guilt Ceremonies and parties that mark the completion of school can also leave students feeling conflicted about moving on to whatever comes next. All of the excitement and fear … [Read more...]
