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When Should Teens Date?
Boys and girls nowadays begin to date at a young age, whether their parents allow them to or not. But with the prevalence of teen dating violence and teen pregnancy, some parents have began to set a dating age for their sons and daughters. The term dating age refers to the age where the teens are allowed to date. This consent is given by their parents when they are convinced that their teens are a... [Read More]
Talking About Sex To Preteens
Sooner or later, once your child reaches adolescence he or she would start asking you about their body and their sexuality. You don't just tell your kid that he or she came from the stork, they are not that easy to fool. The best way to approach this situation is to be honest, but how? Here are our helpful tips.Inform your teen about the basics – It is best that you tell your child where bab... [Read More]
Teens Dating and Sexual Activity
When we think teens dating we need to give some thought to sexual activity. Parents need to be clear about what they value and what behaviors they expect from their teen. As parent you need to communicate with your teen about sex.Keep in contact with your teens and the issues surrounding their lives. Teens who believe that they have a good level of communication with their parents are less likely ... [Read More]
When Teens Are Ready To Date
When are teens ready to date? More than anything this is a question each family must answer based on their values. At some point in adolescence most teens begin to date. Good communication with your teen will help you feel more certain about when your teen should start dating. When your teen wants to start dating seriously, you need to set down the rules. Here are a few to follow: Know whom your t... [Read More]