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Tweens and Sexting
Sexting is a way to use a cell phone to flirt with others. Because of the attention it has gained, tweens are doing it, too. Find out how to control it in the family.
How Not to Embarrass Your Tween
Tweens are often embarrassed by parents because it is the nature of this age group to feel this way. Learn how to be a cool parent (and still be in charge) instead.
Helping Tweens Overcome Stress
Tweens are more stressful than ever these days. Between school, friends, extra curricular activities, and other factors, tweens need to learn how to reduce stress.
Tweens Struck by the Love Bug
They call it puppy love, but to a tween it can mean so much more. Here is some insight and advice for parents who have a tween struck by the love bug.
Tween Curfews
Tweens will naturally start asking about more freedom when it comes to setting curfews. Approach this new freedom by giving more responsibility.
Understanding Tweens Who Get Homesick
Homesickness is a common feeling that children get when away from home. It even happens to tweens. Be encouraging, and he will get through it.
How to Pick Your Battles With Tweens Effectively
There are many things you can argue with your child about. That can be rather time-consuming, though. Learn to pick your battles on order of importance.
Getting Ready for Middle School
There is much excitement when it comes to transitioning from elementary school to middle school. There can also be some apprehension. Make sure tweens are ready.
Overcome Procrastination in Tweens
Tweens are very susceptible to procrastination, especially when ordinary tasks are uninteresting. Help a tween overcome procrastination with these motivators.
Is Your Tween Ready to Cook Alone?
There are quite a few milestones in a tween's life that foster the feeling of independence. One of these activities is cooking in the kitchen. When is a tween ready?
Teaching Tweens about Forgiveness
Teaching a tween how to forgive for a wrongdoing is very important. It is a life lesson that will help him grow as a person, and will be essential later on in life.
Giving Tweens Good Work Ethics
Good work ethics are necessary for success in life. Make sure your tween understands this early-on, to make transition into adulthood much easier.
Tweens with a Learning Disability
A tween with a learning disability can lead a fruitful and healthy life. Find out what you can do as a parent to help your child adjust to this condition.
My Tween is the School Bully
Tween bullying is a major problem. It can carry severe consequences both for the perpetrator and the victim. Here are some tips that you, as a parent, can do to stop it.
Overcoming Power Struggles with Your Tween
Are you facing power struggles with your tween? Find out the common sources for these struggles and some simple solutions.
Father and Tween Daughter Relationships
Do you want to get know your tween daughter better, dads? Here are some ideas to get the ball rolling. You'll be surprised how easy it can be to communicate together.
What Tweens Can Learn From Grandparents
A tween can certainly learn a lot from having a good relationship with her grandparents.
The Youngest Child in Birth Order
You don't get a say on your birth order when there are multiple kids. If your tween is the youngest child, and feeling frustrated, here is some valuable information.
Puberty in Tween Girls
Talking to your daughter about physical changes in her body during puberty is important. It will help her feel confident that she is developing normally.
Help! We Are Changing Schools
Moving is hard for children. They are leaving their friends and the environment that they are comfortable with. Make changing schools easier with these tips.
Helping Twin Tweens Be Individuals
It is so easy to associate everything twins do as a twosome. Many tweens want to be individuals, and not stuck in the twin rut all the time. What can you do? Read on...
Valentine's Gifts Kids Can Make
Tweens are very creative, and if they don't have a lot of cash lying around, they can use that creativity to make some super Valentine's gifts for their loved ones!
Dealing with the Death of a Pet
Losing a pet is hard for just about anyone, but especially tweens who have become best friends with their pet. Here are some ways you can help your tween cope.
Tweens and Their Music Choices
There are good songs, than there are songs that just make you cringe, especially if your tween is listening in. Find out how to talk to them about good music choices.
Stranger Danger & Tweens
Strangers are not just people your tween bumps into on the street anymore. Strangers come through electronic devices as well. Learn what to teach your tween.