LadyPens » Teens http://www.ladypens.com Thu, 10 May 2012 17:48:01 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 The Words a Mommy Never Wants to Hear – Something is Wrong with Your Baby http://www.ladypens.com/the-words-a-mommy-never-wants-to-hear-%e2%80%93-something-is-wrong-with-your-baby/ http://www.ladypens.com/the-words-a-mommy-never-wants-to-hear-%e2%80%93-something-is-wrong-with-your-baby/#comments Mon, 21 Feb 2011 19:53:48 +0000 Kimberly Ehlers http://www.ladypens.com/?p=3298      My husband and I have one child, a boy, now 12.  There are a couple of reasons I remember his birth like it was yesterday.  First, it was the most incredible life changing experience I’ve ever had.  Yes, even bigger than getting married.  After all, I knew the man I was marrying well.  On May 29, 1998 I met my baby boy for the first time.  He was no longer the mysterious baby I carried everywhere with me for 9 months.  He made his entrance into the world full of personality.  A little one I had to get to know.  The second reason I remember his birth so well is because it was the day I heard those words, “Something is wrong with your baby.” Full Article

]]>      My husband and I have one child, a boy, now 12.  There are a couple of reasons I remember his birth like it was yesterday.  First, it was the most incredible life changing experience I’ve ever had.  Yes, even bigger than getting married.  After all, I knew the man I was marrying well.  On May 29, 1998 I met my baby boy for the first time.  He was no longer the mysterious baby I carried everywhere with me for 9 months.  He made his entrance into the world full of personality.  A little one I had to get to know.  The second reason I remember his birth so well is because it was the day I heard those words, “Something is wrong with your baby.” Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/the-words-a-mommy-never-wants-to-hear-%e2%80%93-something-is-wrong-with-your-baby/feed/ 0 Ways To Deal With Aggressive Teens http://www.ladypens.com/ways-to-deal-with-aggressive-teens/ http://www.ladypens.com/ways-to-deal-with-aggressive-teens/#comments Tue, 01 Feb 2011 17:28:29 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://www.ladypens.com/?p=3287 Children are a product of their environment and teenagers are no exception. If they are subject to a hostile living environment where profanity is being used, shouting is always the way of communication or if there are issues of violence; then the teen is learning that these are the appropriate ways to deal with aggression. Full Article

]]> Children are a product of their environment and teenagers are no exception. If they are subject to a hostile living environment where profanity is being used, shouting is always the way of communication or if there are issues of violence; then the teen is learning that these are the appropriate ways to deal with aggression. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/ways-to-deal-with-aggressive-teens/feed/ 0 How To Deal With Lying Teenagers http://www.ladypens.com/how-to-deal-with-lying-teenagers/ http://www.ladypens.com/how-to-deal-with-lying-teenagers/#comments Mon, 31 Jan 2011 04:49:59 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://www.ladypens.com/?p=3284 As a parent you would like to trust your children; but teenagers lie and the bond is broken, it puts a strain on the relationship. Once a parent realizes they have been lied to, feelings of anger may surface. While it seems to be a fact that teens and lies are like two peas in a pod, you want to know what steps to take to help your teen stop lying so that trust can be regained somewhere along the way. Full Article

]]> As a parent you would like to trust your children; but teenagers lie and the bond is broken, it puts a strain on the relationship. Once a parent realizes they have been lied to, feelings of anger may surface. While it seems to be a fact that teens and lies are like two peas in a pod, you want to know what steps to take to help your teen stop lying so that trust can be regained somewhere along the way. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/how-to-deal-with-lying-teenagers/feed/ 0 Helping Your Teen Succeed in High School http://www.ladypens.com/helping-your-teen-succeed-in-high-school/ http://www.ladypens.com/helping-your-teen-succeed-in-high-school/#comments Thu, 29 Oct 2009 23:58:52 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://www.ladypens.com/?p=2390 You know your teen can handle the work, you know your teen knows what to do, yet you watch your teen fall short of meeting a certain educational goal. Many parents have witnessed this over the course of parenting their teens and many parents find it hard to endure a teen whom they feel isn’t trying their hardest. If you observe your teen refusing to do homework or making more out of an assignment than there really is, this is often a way of expressing their confusion, frustrations and at times, anger. Full Article

]]> You know your teen can handle the work, you know your teen knows what to do, yet you watch your teen fall short of meeting a certain educational goal. Many parents have witnessed this over the course of parenting their teens and many parents find it hard to endure a teen whom they feel isn’t trying their hardest. If you observe your teen refusing to do homework or making more out of an assignment than there really is, this is often a way of expressing their confusion, frustrations and at times, anger. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/helping-your-teen-succeed-in-high-school/feed/ 0 Smart Women Understand “WIIFM?” http://www.ladypens.com/smart-women-understand-%e2%80%9cwiifm%e2%80%9d/ http://www.ladypens.com/smart-women-understand-%e2%80%9cwiifm%e2%80%9d/#comments Fri, 19 Jun 2009 15:57:33 +0000 Joy Chudacoff http://www.ladypens.com/?p=1919 Do you know what WIIFM stands for? Sure you do! You ask yourself this question every time you think about making an investment or purchase—“What’s In It For Me?” Am I right? We purchase everything based on the “benefits” that we will receive when we use the service or product. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/smart-women-understand-%e2%80%9cwiifm%e2%80%9d/feed/ 0 Understanding a Defiant Teenager http://www.ladypens.com/understanding-a-defiant-teenager/ http://www.ladypens.com/understanding-a-defiant-teenager/#comments Fri, 15 May 2009 13:19:54 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://www.ladypens.com/?p=1667 Real Life Guidance to Understanding Your Teen is available for easy and instant download to your computer. ]]> Raising any teenager can be tough, but raising a defiant teenager is especially difficult. It’s like a slap in the face to see the sweet child you raised morph into an angry, defiant teenager before your very eyes. Who is this person – this teenager screaming at you across the dinner table? What did you do to deserve such aggression and hostility? And, most importantly, what should you do? Should you ignore the behavior? Yell and scream yourself? Run away and hide until they are 30 and the phase has passed? While there’s no one right answer, I’m hoping that the suggestions in this article will help to make dealing with your defiant teenager just a little bit easier. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/understanding-a-defiant-teenager/feed/ 0 Help your Teen Daughter Develop a Healthy Body Image http://www.ladypens.com/help-your-teen-daughter-develop-a-healthy-body-image/ http://www.ladypens.com/help-your-teen-daughter-develop-a-healthy-body-image/#comments Wed, 15 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://www.ladypens.com/?p=1601 “I’m fat!” “I’m ugly!” “I have nothing to wear that doesn’t make me look gross!” Full Article

]]> “I’m fat!” “I’m ugly!” “I have nothing to wear that doesn’t make me look gross!” Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/help-your-teen-daughter-develop-a-healthy-body-image/feed/ 0 Tips to Curb Summertime Teen Laziness http://www.ladypens.com/tips-to-curb-summertime-teen-laziness/ http://www.ladypens.com/tips-to-curb-summertime-teen-laziness/#comments Wed, 15 Apr 2009 22:58:18 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://www.ladypens.com/?p=1599 Most of us enjoy a lazy day when we can sleep in, putz around and just relax a little – and our kids are no different. However, when the dog days of summer come, some teens take that one “couch out” day and stretch it over an entire summer break. Here are some tips to combat summertime teen laziness and keep your teen active and engaged. Full Article

]]> Most of us enjoy a lazy day when we can sleep in, putz around and just relax a little – and our kids are no different. However, when the dog days of summer come, some teens take that one “couch out” day and stretch it over an entire summer break. Here are some tips to combat summertime teen laziness and keep your teen active and engaged. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/tips-to-curb-summertime-teen-laziness/feed/ 0 Preparing Your Teenager and Yourself For the Teen Dating Concept http://www.ladypens.com/preparing-your-teenager-and-yourself-for-the-teen-dating-concept/ http://www.ladypens.com/preparing-your-teenager-and-yourself-for-the-teen-dating-concept/#comments Thu, 12 Feb 2009 20:01:56 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://www.ladypens.com/?p=1325

At some point, your teenager is going to want to start dating. This will happen whether you want it to or not. Keeping your teen locked up from the concept of dating is not going to make for a healthy relationship between you. It’s important that you work through the teen dating scene with excellent communication skills to ready them and you for a smooth experience.View this Post Full Article

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At some point, your teenager is going to want to start dating. This will happen whether you want it to or not. Keeping your teen locked up from the concept of dating is not going to make for a healthy relationship between you. It’s important that you work through the teen dating scene with excellent communication skills to ready them and you for a smooth experience.View this Post Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/preparing-your-teenager-and-yourself-for-the-teen-dating-concept/feed/ 0 Super-Sizing Your Teen’s Self-Esteem http://www.ladypens.com/super-sizing-your-teens-self-esteem/ http://www.ladypens.com/super-sizing-your-teens-self-esteem/#comments Thu, 12 Feb 2009 20:01:07 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://www.ladypens.com/?p=1323

Your teenager may go through times where their self-esteem goes up and down; especially if they’re being teased by their peers. You may want to find ways of raising your teen’s self-esteem to a higher level to help them cope with their issues. Here are some ways you can do just that: Full Article

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Your teenager may go through times where their self-esteem goes up and down; especially if they’re being teased by their peers. You may want to find ways of raising your teen’s self-esteem to a higher level to help them cope with their issues. Here are some ways you can do just that: Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/super-sizing-your-teens-self-esteem/feed/ 0 Helping Troubled Teens http://www.ladypens.com/helping-troubled-teens/ http://www.ladypens.com/helping-troubled-teens/#comments Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:45:56 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://www.ladypens.com/?p=1319 At times, even when using the best parenting tactics, teens may need outside help in order to get over their problems. It’s important to know that there are many useful resources in your community that can be called upon when your teen’s depression or anger issues become out of control and more than what you can deal with. Full Article

]]> At times, even when using the best parenting tactics, teens may need outside help in order to get over their problems. It’s important to know that there are many useful resources in your community that can be called upon when your teen’s depression or anger issues become out of control and more than what you can deal with. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/helping-troubled-teens/feed/ 0 Parenting Teenagers: Tips On Starting High School http://www.ladypens.com/parenting-teenagers-tips-on-starting-high-school/ http://www.ladypens.com/parenting-teenagers-tips-on-starting-high-school/#comments Sun, 05 Oct 2008 19:16:27 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=651 Teenagers all over the world will take the leap from child to young adult this fall. They will be entering High School for the first time. This milestone brings a variety of feelings and emotions. They are beginning four of the most difficult, yet most memorable years of their life. If you think you are anxious and scared, try being your teen. Full Article

]]> Teenagers all over the world will take the leap from child to young adult this fall. They will be entering High School for the first time. This milestone brings a variety of feelings and emotions. They are beginning four of the most difficult, yet most memorable years of their life. If you think you are anxious and scared, try being your teen. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/parenting-teenagers-tips-on-starting-high-school/feed/ 0 Teen Suicide: Facts And Tips On What You Can Do To Help http://www.ladypens.com/teen-suicide-facts-and-tips-on-what-you-can-do-to-help/ http://www.ladypens.com/teen-suicide-facts-and-tips-on-what-you-can-do-to-help/#comments Sun, 05 Oct 2008 19:15:19 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=650 According to the National Youth Violence Prevention Resource Center, “teen suicide is the third leading cause of death among teenagers — almost 2,000 teens kill themselves each year.” Depression is one of the leading causes of teen suicide. It is estimated that “over 90% of teen suicide victims have a mental disorder, such as depression, and/or a history of alcohol or drug abuse.” The National Institute of Mental Health considers depression “to be a real medical illness and it’s treatable.” Full Article

]]> According to the National Youth Violence Prevention Resource Center, “teen suicide is the third leading cause of death among teenagers — almost 2,000 teens kill themselves each year.” Depression is one of the leading causes of teen suicide. It is estimated that “over 90% of teen suicide victims have a mental disorder, such as depression, and/or a history of alcohol or drug abuse.” The National Institute of Mental Health considers depression “to be a real medical illness and it’s treatable.” Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/teen-suicide-facts-and-tips-on-what-you-can-do-to-help/feed/ 0 Teen Self Esteem: How Parents Can Help http://www.ladypens.com/teen-self-esteem-how-parents-can-help/ http://www.ladypens.com/teen-self-esteem-how-parents-can-help/#comments Sun, 05 Oct 2008 19:14:20 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=649 How many teenagers do you meet that really have a strong sense of self esteem? Not many if you tell the truth. It’s a treat to find a fifteen year old who knows and likes who they are. Full Article

]]> How many teenagers do you meet that really have a strong sense of self esteem? Not many if you tell the truth. It’s a treat to find a fifteen year old who knows and likes who they are. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/teen-self-esteem-how-parents-can-help/feed/ 0 Teen Discipline: Just as Important Now as it was Then http://www.ladypens.com/teen-discipline-just-as-important-now-as-it-was-then/ http://www.ladypens.com/teen-discipline-just-as-important-now-as-it-was-then/#comments Sun, 05 Oct 2008 19:13:10 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=648 As the parent of a teen, you no doubt wish you could go back to the days when it was easier to discipline and correct your child. The days when you did it because you knew they knew no better and looked to you for guidance and direction in this scary world. With your child now turned teenager, “No, No” just doesn’t cut it anymore. Full Article

]]> As the parent of a teen, you no doubt wish you could go back to the days when it was easier to discipline and correct your child. The days when you did it because you knew they knew no better and looked to you for guidance and direction in this scary world. With your child now turned teenager, “No, No” just doesn’t cut it anymore. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/teen-discipline-just-as-important-now-as-it-was-then/feed/ 0 Help, My Teen Wants to Begin Dating http://www.ladypens.com/help-my-teen-wants-to-begin-dating/ http://www.ladypens.com/help-my-teen-wants-to-begin-dating/#comments Sun, 05 Oct 2008 19:11:27 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=646 Ah, dating. It’s a part of every teen’s life. It’s also a source of stress for most parents when their child reaches this pivotal point. It doesn’t have to be stressful. Here are a few tips to help you keep the fear at bay when your teenager starts dating. Full Article

]]> Ah, dating. It’s a part of every teen’s life. It’s also a source of stress for most parents when their child reaches this pivotal point. It doesn’t have to be stressful. Here are a few tips to help you keep the fear at bay when your teenager starts dating. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/help-my-teen-wants-to-begin-dating/feed/ 0 Moody Teens: How to Deal With Those Frustrating Times http://www.ladypens.com/moody-teens-how-to-deal-with-those-frustrating-times/ http://www.ladypens.com/moody-teens-how-to-deal-with-those-frustrating-times/#comments Sun, 05 Oct 2008 19:10:35 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=645 If you currently have a teen or know a teenager; you’ve probably noticed a time or two (or maybe a hundred) where their moods have swung to match those of a Drill Sergeant in the armed forces. Sometimes, their actions can leave you wondering whether it’s normal or the sign of something more serious. Full Article

]]> If you currently have a teen or know a teenager; you’ve probably noticed a time or two (or maybe a hundred) where their moods have swung to match those of a Drill Sergeant in the armed forces. Sometimes, their actions can leave you wondering whether it’s normal or the sign of something more serious. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/moody-teens-how-to-deal-with-those-frustrating-times/feed/ 0 Helping Teens Deal with Peer Pressure http://www.ladypens.com/helping-teens-deal-with-peer-pressure/ http://www.ladypens.com/helping-teens-deal-with-peer-pressure/#comments Sun, 05 Oct 2008 19:09:22 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=643 Parents spend a lot of time teaching their kids right from wrong. They show them what they think is right and hope they can keep their children from falling for negative peer pressure. Even though we work hard at raising our children to do what’s right, they will still make mistakes along the way. It’s not feasible to expect them not to make mistakes, but we can still help them learn to stay on track by utilizing some techniques to avoid peer pressure. Full Article

]]> Parents spend a lot of time teaching their kids right from wrong. They show them what they think is right and hope they can keep their children from falling for negative peer pressure. Even though we work hard at raising our children to do what’s right, they will still make mistakes along the way. It’s not feasible to expect them not to make mistakes, but we can still help them learn to stay on track by utilizing some techniques to avoid peer pressure. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/helping-teens-deal-with-peer-pressure/feed/ 0 Helping Your Teen Find A Summer Job http://www.ladypens.com/helping-your-teen-find-a-summer-job/ http://www.ladypens.com/helping-your-teen-find-a-summer-job/#comments Sun, 05 Oct 2008 19:08:30 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=640 Summer break for most students is not too far away. In fact, many teens will be looking for a way to earn extra cash. As a parent, there are things you can do to help your teen find summer work. Full Article

]]> Summer break for most students is not too far away. In fact, many teens will be looking for a way to earn extra cash. As a parent, there are things you can do to help your teen find summer work. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/helping-your-teen-find-a-summer-job/feed/ 0 Helping Your Teen To Overcome Depression http://www.ladypens.com/helping-your-teen-to-overcome-depression/ http://www.ladypens.com/helping-your-teen-to-overcome-depression/#comments Sun, 05 Oct 2008 19:06:25 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=639 Statistics on teenagers suffering from depression and other mental ailments are alarming. Various studies suggest that 1 in 4 teens suffer from some sort of mental illness. Teenage mental illness, to include depression, can have dire consequences. Teenage suicide is on the rise. It is the third leading cause of death in the age bracket of 15 to 24 years. Dealing with depression in teens is an important step in reducing these numbers in our society. Full Article

]]> Statistics on teenagers suffering from depression and other mental ailments are alarming. Various studies suggest that 1 in 4 teens suffer from some sort of mental illness. Teenage mental illness, to include depression, can have dire consequences. Teenage suicide is on the rise. It is the third leading cause of death in the age bracket of 15 to 24 years. Dealing with depression in teens is an important step in reducing these numbers in our society. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/helping-your-teen-to-overcome-depression/feed/ 0 Coping With Your Teenager’s Mood Swings http://www.ladypens.com/coping-with-your-teenager%e2%80%99s-mood-swings/ http://www.ladypens.com/coping-with-your-teenager%e2%80%99s-mood-swings/#comments Sun, 05 Oct 2008 19:05:29 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=638 If you are the parent of a teenager, you are familiar with mood swings. One minute, your teen is happy and loving, the next they are sullen or angry. These mood swings can happen fast and can seem to come out of nowhere. Full Article

]]> If you are the parent of a teenager, you are familiar with mood swings. One minute, your teen is happy and loving, the next they are sullen or angry. These mood swings can happen fast and can seem to come out of nowhere. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/coping-with-your-teenager%e2%80%99s-mood-swings/feed/ 0 Coping with Teen Bullying http://www.ladypens.com/coping-with-teen-bullying/ http://www.ladypens.com/coping-with-teen-bullying/#comments Sun, 05 Oct 2008 19:04:27 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=637 In the past, bullying was perceived as a fact of life and that kids should learn to just deal with it. Nowadays, a new problem arises as teens and even young children are resorting to violence against others to release their stress and tensions brought on by the bullying they endure. In some of these cases, the children have resorted to suicide because they don’t feel there’s any other way to deal with what they’re feeling. Here’s how you can help: Full Article

]]> In the past, bullying was perceived as a fact of life and that kids should learn to just deal with it. Nowadays, a new problem arises as teens and even young children are resorting to violence against others to release their stress and tensions brought on by the bullying they endure. In some of these cases, the children have resorted to suicide because they don’t feel there’s any other way to deal with what they’re feeling. Here’s how you can help: Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/coping-with-teen-bullying/feed/ 0 Connecting With Your Pre-Teen and Teenager http://www.ladypens.com/connecting-with-your-pre-teen-and-teenager/ http://www.ladypens.com/connecting-with-your-pre-teen-and-teenager/#comments Sun, 05 Oct 2008 19:03:17 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=635 As the parent of a pre-teen or teenager, you may long for the days when you could hold your child on your lap and they were eager to talk, laugh, and play with you. Those days may be long gone, but you can still find ways to connect with your teen. Here are a few tips to make process easier. Full Article

]]> As the parent of a pre-teen or teenager, you may long for the days when you could hold your child on your lap and they were eager to talk, laugh, and play with you. Those days may be long gone, but you can still find ways to connect with your teen. Here are a few tips to make process easier. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/connecting-with-your-pre-teen-and-teenager/feed/ 0 Here’s How To Help Boost your Teens Self Esteem http://www.ladypens.com/here%e2%80%99s-how-to-help-boost-your-teens-self-esteem/ http://www.ladypens.com/here%e2%80%99s-how-to-help-boost-your-teens-self-esteem/#comments Sun, 05 Oct 2008 19:02:21 +0000 Aurelia Williams http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=634 Many people suffer from self-esteem issues. Teens are often more effected by esteem issues. They are going through changes, both physically and mentally. This can radically effect how they view them selves and their capabilities. Full Article

]]> Many people suffer from self-esteem issues. Teens are often more effected by esteem issues. They are going through changes, both physically and mentally. This can radically effect how they view them selves and their capabilities. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/here%e2%80%99s-how-to-help-boost-your-teens-self-esteem/feed/ 0 When Your Child Turns Eighteen http://www.ladypens.com/when-your-child-turns-eighteen/ http://www.ladypens.com/when-your-child-turns-eighteen/#comments Sun, 21 Sep 2008 02:59:31 +0000 Audrey Okaneko http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=593 I think as parents, sometimes we think that on our child’s eighteenth birthday, something magical is going to happen. The truth is, they wake up the same person they went to bed as. Full Article

]]> I think as parents, sometimes we think that on our child’s eighteenth birthday, something magical is going to happen. The truth is, they wake up the same person they went to bed as. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/when-your-child-turns-eighteen/feed/ 0 Talking to Your Kids About the Tough Subjects http://www.ladypens.com/talking-to-your-kids-about-the-tough-subjects/ http://www.ladypens.com/talking-to-your-kids-about-the-tough-subjects/#comments Sun, 21 Sep 2008 02:58:21 +0000 Audrey Okaneko http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=592 When my 16 year old daughter needed a physical for a summer program, we went to visit our family doctor. I was asked to leave the room for a few minutes. I knew that while I was gone, the doctor would ask my daughter “are you sexually active?” and “are you using drugs or alcohol?” Full Article

]]> When my 16 year old daughter needed a physical for a summer program, we went to visit our family doctor. I was asked to leave the room for a few minutes. I knew that while I was gone, the doctor would ask my daughter “are you sexually active?” and “are you using drugs or alcohol?” Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/talking-to-your-kids-about-the-tough-subjects/feed/ 0 Raising an Independent Teen http://www.ladypens.com/raising-an-independent-teen/ http://www.ladypens.com/raising-an-independent-teen/#comments Sun, 21 Sep 2008 02:56:57 +0000 Audrey Okaneko http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=591 I remember posting on a message board about opening a checking account for my 16 year old. She and I had picked a date, gone to the bank, brought all of the paperwork and opened her account. She and I both were both excited. Full Article

]]> I remember posting on a message board about opening a checking account for my 16 year old. She and I had picked a date, gone to the bank, brought all of the paperwork and opened her account. She and I both were both excited. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/raising-an-independent-teen/feed/ 0 Allowing Your Teen To Be Angry http://www.ladypens.com/allowing-your-teen-to-be-angry/ http://www.ladypens.com/allowing-your-teen-to-be-angry/#comments Sun, 21 Sep 2008 02:56:09 +0000 Audrey Okaneko http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=590 When children are 2, they get angry and they lay on the floor and kick and scream. While we don’t particularly like these tantrums, as parents we all share stories of the tantrums our children throw. Full Article

]]> When children are 2, they get angry and they lay on the floor and kick and scream. While we don’t particularly like these tantrums, as parents we all share stories of the tantrums our children throw. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/allowing-your-teen-to-be-angry/feed/ 0 Enjoying The Teenage Years http://www.ladypens.com/enjoying-the-teenage-years/ http://www.ladypens.com/enjoying-the-teenage-years/#comments Sun, 21 Sep 2008 02:54:38 +0000 Audrey Okaneko http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=589 I can not count the number of times I’ve heard well meaning parents say “enjoy them now, soon they will be teenagers” Full Article

]]> I can not count the number of times I’ve heard well meaning parents say “enjoy them now, soon they will be teenagers” Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/enjoying-the-teenage-years/feed/ 0 Teens and Discipline http://www.ladypens.com/teens-and-discipline/ http://www.ladypens.com/teens-and-discipline/#comments Sun, 21 Sep 2008 02:54:11 +0000 Audrey Okaneko http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=588 I had the most frustrating conversation with a friend. It was frustrating enough to lead me to write this article. Full Article

]]> I had the most frustrating conversation with a friend. It was frustrating enough to lead me to write this article. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/teens-and-discipline/feed/ 0 Spending Time With Your Teenage Daughter http://www.ladypens.com/spending-time-with-your-teenage-daughter/ http://www.ladypens.com/spending-time-with-your-teenage-daughter/#comments Sun, 21 Sep 2008 02:52:53 +0000 Audrey Okaneko http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=587 If your kids are like mine, then spending time in their room, on the phone, or on the computer instant messaging is their idea of a great time. Full Article

]]> If your kids are like mine, then spending time in their room, on the phone, or on the computer instant messaging is their idea of a great time. Full Article

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]]> Both of my girls have always loved bulletin boards in their rooms. Bulletin boards allow you to change the room without having to repaint and without having to redo the room as your child goes the various phases of teen life. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/teens-and-bulletin-boards/feed/ 0 Decorating Your Teen’s Bedroom http://www.ladypens.com/decorating-your-teens-bedroom/ http://www.ladypens.com/decorating-your-teens-bedroom/#comments Sun, 21 Sep 2008 02:51:29 +0000 Audrey Okaneko http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=585 I remember when I was a teen I wanted my walls pink and purple. I’m not talking pale colors, I’m talking loud, vibrant colors. My folks allowed me to paint the walls and I spent hours in my room, loving my pink and purple walls. My folks did not like the walls at all and my door was always closed, but I was happy. Full Article

]]> I remember when I was a teen I wanted my walls pink and purple. I’m not talking pale colors, I’m talking loud, vibrant colors. My folks allowed me to paint the walls and I spent hours in my room, loving my pink and purple walls. My folks did not like the walls at all and my door was always closed, but I was happy. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/decorating-your-teens-bedroom/feed/ 0 Making a Connection With Your Teen http://www.ladypens.com/making-a-connection-with-your-teen/ http://www.ladypens.com/making-a-connection-with-your-teen/#comments Sun, 21 Sep 2008 02:51:08 +0000 Audrey Okaneko http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=584 Last month, I picked my daughter up from school and as we were driving home, I noticed the car in front of us. There were 4 teens in the car, all smoking, only one window partially cracked. Full Article

]]> Last month, I picked my daughter up from school and as we were driving home, I noticed the car in front of us. There were 4 teens in the car, all smoking, only one window partially cracked. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/making-a-connection-with-your-teen/feed/ 0 Starting a Teen Book Study Group http://www.ladypens.com/starting-a-teen-book-study-group/ http://www.ladypens.com/starting-a-teen-book-study-group/#comments Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:24:01 +0000 Rachel Paxton http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=382 If you’re looking for a way to connect with your teenage daughter this summer, consider starting a girl’s book study group with your daughter and her friends. Full Article

]]> If you’re looking for a way to connect with your teenage daughter this summer, consider starting a girl’s book study group with your daughter and her friends. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/starting-a-teen-book-study-group/feed/ 0 Teaching Teens the Value of Money http://www.ladypens.com/teaching-teens-the-value-of-money/ http://www.ladypens.com/teaching-teens-the-value-of-money/#comments Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:23:16 +0000 Rachel Paxton http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=381 It isn’t easy raising teens in today’s materialistic society. The older they get, the more expensive the things they want or think they need. If they don’t learn how to manage their money at a young age, they won’t be able to make it in the real world. Full Article

]]> It isn’t easy raising teens in today’s materialistic society. The older they get, the more expensive the things they want or think they need. If they don’t learn how to manage their money at a young age, they won’t be able to make it in the real world. Full Article

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]]> By the time your children reach their teens, there is only a limited amount of time left to influence them and get them started in life in the right direction. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/role-models-for-your-teen/feed/ 0 13 Ways to Spend Time with Your Teenage Daughter http://www.ladypens.com/13-ways-to-spend-time-with-your-teenage-daughter/ http://www.ladypens.com/13-ways-to-spend-time-with-your-teenage-daughter/#comments Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:21:56 +0000 Rachel Paxton http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=379 The older my daughter gets the more it’s sinking in that I don’t have much time left to spend with her! She’s turning 16 in a couple of months, and I know I won’t be seeing her much after she gets her driver’s license. Full Article

]]> The older my daughter gets the more it’s sinking in that I don’t have much time left to spend with her! She’s turning 16 in a couple of months, and I know I won’t be seeing her much after she gets her driver’s license. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/13-ways-to-spend-time-with-your-teenage-daughter/feed/ 0 A Modern Hope Chest http://www.ladypens.com/a-modern-hope-chest/ http://www.ladypens.com/a-modern-hope-chest/#comments Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:21:11 +0000 Rachel Paxton http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=378 When our neighbors moved away, they left behind an old cedar chest and wanted to know if our family would like to have it. I was sure I could find some use for it. They’re not that easy to come by, and it was still in pretty good shape. Full Article

]]> When our neighbors moved away, they left behind an old cedar chest and wanted to know if our family would like to have it. I was sure I could find some use for it. They’re not that easy to come by, and it was still in pretty good shape. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/a-modern-hope-chest/feed/ 0 Praying with Your Teen http://www.ladypens.com/praying-with-your-teen/ http://www.ladypens.com/praying-with-your-teen/#comments Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:20:02 +0000 Rachel Paxton http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=377 I don’t remember my parents ever praying with me. It wasn’t until I was a parent myself, and a born again believer, that I realized one of the outward signs of a committed Christian is their active prayer life. Full Article

]]> I don’t remember my parents ever praying with me. It wasn’t until I was a parent myself, and a born again believer, that I realized one of the outward signs of a committed Christian is their active prayer life. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/praying-with-your-teen/feed/ 0 Praying for Your Child’s Future Spouse http://www.ladypens.com/praying-for-your-childs-future-spouse/ http://www.ladypens.com/praying-for-your-childs-future-spouse/#comments Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:19:23 +0000 Rachel Paxton http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=376 The past couple of years I have been contemplating the power of
prayer. God seeks for us to be close to Him, and we primarily
communicate with Him through our prayers. Full Article

]]> The past couple of years I have been contemplating the power of
prayer. God seeks for us to be close to Him, and we primarily
communicate with Him through our prayers. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/praying-for-your-childs-future-spouse/feed/ 0 Building Teen Character: Part-Time Employment http://www.ladypens.com/building-teen-character-part-time-employment/ http://www.ladypens.com/building-teen-character-part-time-employment/#comments Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:18:54 +0000 Rachel Paxton http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=375 The teenage years are a crucial time in a child’s life. They are not children anymore, but they are also not adults. During this time the choices they make may have an effect on them for the rest of their lives. It is the parents’ responsibility to guide their teenagers in the right direction by helping them make responsible choices and building their character to the point that when their teenagers move out of the house they are on the road to being responsible adults and have the tools they need to succeed in life. Full Article

]]> The teenage years are a crucial time in a child’s life. They are not children anymore, but they are also not adults. During this time the choices they make may have an effect on them for the rest of their lives. It is the parents’ responsibility to guide their teenagers in the right direction by helping them make responsible choices and building their character to the point that when their teenagers move out of the house they are on the road to being responsible adults and have the tools they need to succeed in life. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/building-teen-character-part-time-employment/feed/ 0 Teacher Appreciation http://www.ladypens.com/teacher-appreciation/ http://www.ladypens.com/teacher-appreciation/#comments Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:18:23 +0000 Rachel Paxton http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=374 The following is a letter I wrote to our school district in appreciation of one of our daughter’s teachers. Take a moment to think of a teacher who has made a difference in your child’s life, and write a letter. Tell your school district how you feel. Help change our society’s attitudes toward childhood education, one letter at a time. Full Article

]]> The following is a letter I wrote to our school district in appreciation of one of our daughter’s teachers. Take a moment to think of a teacher who has made a difference in your child’s life, and write a letter. Tell your school district how you feel. Help change our society’s attitudes toward childhood education, one letter at a time. Full Article

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]]> It’s almost time for school to start again, and time for one of my most unfavorite activities…school shopping with my teenage daughter. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/organizing-your-teen-daughter-for-school/feed/ 0 Raising a Self-Sufficient Teen http://www.ladypens.com/raising-a-self-sufficient-teen/ http://www.ladypens.com/raising-a-self-sufficient-teen/#comments Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:15:19 +0000 Rachel Paxton http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=372 Teens don’t learn responsibility overnight. If you haven’t been working with your teen on gradually giving them a sense of independence and ownership of their lives, then you’re going to have your work cut out for you. Don’t wait until it’s too late. Full Article

]]> Teens don’t learn responsibility overnight. If you haven’t been working with your teen on gradually giving them a sense of independence and ownership of their lives, then you’re going to have your work cut out for you. Don’t wait until it’s too late. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/raising-a-self-sufficient-teen/feed/ 0 My Teen Hates Our Youth Group http://www.ladypens.com/my-teen-hates-our-youth-group/ http://www.ladypens.com/my-teen-hates-our-youth-group/#comments Sat, 20 Sep 2008 07:14:49 +0000 Rachel Paxton http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=371 A visitor to the Christian-Parent.com web site asks the following question: Full Article

]]> A visitor to the Christian-Parent.com web site asks the following question: Full Article

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daughter is graduating from high school in a few short weeks.
Because we don’t normally throw big parties for our kids, we
decided to choose this occasion to throw a big party for her and
show her how proud we are of her. Full Article

]]> Planning for a graduation party or open house? Our oldest
daughter is graduating from high school in a few short weeks.
Because we don’t normally throw big parties for our kids, we
decided to choose this occasion to throw a big party for her and
show her how proud we are of her. Full Article

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joy to watch her grow up and see the worldly woman she has
become. Worldly, that is, in the sense that she is ready to go
out and make her mark on the world and there is nothing holding
her back. Some people are born with more adventurous spirits
than others, but I think parents have a lot to do with
influencing their teen’s view of the world through introducing
them to a number of enriching experiences throughout their teen
years. Full Article

]]> I am the mother of an almost 20-yr-old daughter. It has been a
joy to watch her grow up and see the worldly woman she has
become. Worldly, that is, in the sense that she is ready to go
out and make her mark on the world and there is nothing holding
her back. Some people are born with more adventurous spirits
than others, but I think parents have a lot to do with
influencing their teen’s view of the world through introducing
them to a number of enriching experiences throughout their teen
years. Full Article

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forms for college. Full Article

]]> It’s that time of year again, time to fill out financial aid
forms for college. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/should-your-teen-help-pay-for-college/feed/ 0 Yes, You Can Stay Close To Your Teenager http://www.ladypens.com/yes-you-can-stay-close-to-your-teenager/ http://www.ladypens.com/yes-you-can-stay-close-to-your-teenager/#comments Wed, 11 Jun 2008 01:29:56 +0000 Susanne Myers http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=232 When your children are young, you mean the world, or better the entire universe to them. So, how do we go from being the sun and the moon, to being the cricket and the mouse? When we talk to them as teenagers, all they seem to hear is chirp-chirp-chirp and squeak-squeak-squeak. If this sounds like your teenager, here are a few ways that you can form a meaningful relationship with them and get them to actually hear what you are saying. Full Article

]]> When your children are young, you mean the world, or better the entire universe to them. So, how do we go from being the sun and the moon, to being the cricket and the mouse? When we talk to them as teenagers, all they seem to hear is chirp-chirp-chirp and squeak-squeak-squeak. If this sounds like your teenager, here are a few ways that you can form a meaningful relationship with them and get them to actually hear what you are saying. Full Article

]]> http://www.ladypens.com/yes-you-can-stay-close-to-your-teenager/feed/ 0 Does Back to School mean Back to Work for your Teen? http://www.ladypens.com/does-back-to-school-mean-back-to-work-for-your-teen/ http://www.ladypens.com/does-back-to-school-mean-back-to-work-for-your-teen/#comments Tue, 03 Jun 2008 15:04:28 +0000 Annette Yen http://thenewsiewriter.com/?p=44 It is back to school time and for most teens that means hitting the books and more for the next ten months. Get ready for homework, tests, sports, debate club, student council, after school meetings and everything else that life as a high school student brings. Full Article

]]> It is back to school time and for most teens that means hitting the books and more for the next ten months. Get ready for homework, tests, sports, debate club, student council, after school meetings and everything else that life as a high school student brings. Full Article

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