Littles
1. How they see your relationship
2. The words you use
a. About relationships
b. About males, females, and sexuality
3. Expectation Explanations
Elementary/Middle School
1. Approaching boyfriends/girlfriends—what is a boyfriend? What is a girlfriend?
2. Friendships
3. Overnights
4. Away From Family Too Much
5. Talking!!!
High School
1. Staying close..tying heartstrings…knowing what is in their hearts
2. Group activities
3. Attention to one person too much
4. Planning for the future
College
1. Dating? Goals…
2. Close communication
3. Ready for a relationship?
Links:
Podcasts:
Ten Tips for Staying Close During Intense Parenting Times
Teens: The Recipe for Rebellion and the Ingredients for Intimacy
College & Young Adult Kids Living At Home
Dealing With Heart Issues of Tweens
Blog Posts:
Four Things Teens and Young Adults Need
Teaching Children to Ask Questions
The One Parenting Practice That Changes Everything
Helping Your Son Be a Good Boyfriend
Four Things Teens and Young Adults Need
Too Late to Bring in the Boundaries for Teens
Downloadable Products:
Kids Faves Worksheets
Keep Kids Close Coupons
Affirmation Cards for Families
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