Tween

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School Lunches

I have an 11 year old who keeps coming home with 3/4 of his lunch uneaten. We talked about how important food is for your brain at school and for keeping you healthy etc. but nothing seems to bring about a change. I know ...

 
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Our wedding with my son

I have been a single mother since my 6 year old boy was born and have just now met someone and are getting married. We love the fact that we are now going to be a family and can all come together as a celebration but how ...

 
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Parents separating – how do we make this easier?

My husband and I are separating. This isn’t going to be easy for anyone but how do I make it a little easier on our 10 and 12 year olds?

 
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Stressed about HSC exams

My daughter is coming up to her HSC. She has basically locked herself in her room and won’t come out except for a quick dinner. She is stressing so much about these exams. I know they are important but how can I help h ...

 
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Teen Pocket Money…

When do I stop giving my teens pocket money? Is there a set age or when they get their own job or…?

 
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Tween in Heels

Should I be letting my 12 year old daughter wear heels? She wants to be all grown up but I think she just looks silly.

 
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Church

Should my 10 year old get a say in whether they go to church each week or not?

 
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Head Lice

My son has gotten head lice from school. I’ve treated his hair with the shampoos and the combs and all that but how do I stop him from getting it again?

 
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Tween just found she’s adopted…

My tween just found out we adopted her when she was a baby. We never told her because, well we just wanted to be a normal family and didn’t think it was really important. She’s really angry. Any advice? About More Po ...

 
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Solo Shopper

My tween daughter wants to go to the shops with her friends by themselves. I know she’s responsible and all but I’m not sure I’m comfortable with that. Am I being over-protective?

 
 
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