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How to Stay Involved with Your Teens

M.C. asks from Los Angeles

I feel like I am not involved in my 15 and 17 year old boys' lives anymore. Of course they don't want to actually "do stuff" with me - that's to be expected. But I ...

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Ways to Keep Family Close as Kids Hit Teen Years

E.B. asks from Beaumont

Would love to hear what worked for you. My boys are growing so fast, busy with friends etc. and just want to help our time with them to be the best it can be. One o...

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How Often Do You Take Your Kids for Their 'Well-child' Check-ups?

N.G. asks from Dallas

My pedi recommends annual visits from age 3 to 5, then every other year after that. The receptionist told me I can certainly opt to bring my kids in every year. Is ...

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Safe Penpals for Kids?

L.O. asks from Boston

My soon-to-be 11 year old daughter has shown some interest in getting an international penpal. "Back in the day" you could sign up for a penpal from organizations -...

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Dropping off Kids at the Mall - Am I Being Unreasonable?

L.L. asks from Orlando

My almost 10 year old daughter has a long time friend that is 2 years older than her. They get along great - been friends for years. Her dad and I are divorced, and t...

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What Is the Deal with So Many Young Kids (6, 7 & 8) Having Their Own Cell Phones

S.T. asks from Portland

My eight year old asked me last year when he was going to get a phone. I replied not until you are much older and it is a necessity. Then he complained he is only ki...

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Sleepover Rules for Middle School -Thru High School Age Kids

T.D. asks from Chicago

I am looking for some advice from parents that have already been through this age and can offer some insight or parents that are at this stage now. I have a daught...

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For Moms Who Have Kids (Or Siblings)with Large Age Gaps (10 or More Years Apart)

C.B. asks from Los Angeles

Just curious what the family dynamic is like when you have children who are far apart in age. My kids are 8 and 6 right now, and I'd really like to have two more som...

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Why Teach Our Kids to Work?

M.W. asks from Flagstaff

I have been asked to give a presentation on why we teach our children to work, and I was hoping to get some feedback from other moms. What I'm requesting is: What k...

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Good Mattress for Kids?

A.V. asks from Washington DC

We would like to upgrade my DD to a full mattress. What are good brands? Has anyone tried IKEA and if so, what did you get or like?