By Chelsea Drown The Little Girl I Knew Is Becoming a Young Woman
I didn’t realize becoming a teenager would be such a huge step in her life. Now, as we approach another…
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By Rachel Kosar Today When I Hugged You
Today when I hugged you, I noticed you had to bend your body to lay your head on my shoulder.…
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Dear Middle Child, I See You
To my middle child, Today I just wanted to tell you something: I see you. I see you trying hard,…
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By Stephanie Lee My Mom Disappeared, and It’s the Not Knowing that Haunts Me
I was a teenager when my mom disappeared. One day she was there—and then she wasn’t. No warning. No goodbye.…
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By Aimee C. Trafton Mothering a Middle School Daughter Is New
My daughter and I went swimming today. A hobby that has always bonded the two of us, our shared love…
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By Jennifer White My Teenage Daughter became My Best Friend
I don't know how it happened or even when it happened, but it definitely happened. When my daughter was born,…
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By Ashley Radzat When Holding Space Feels Hard: What to Do When Your Teen Pulls Away
You know the look. That mix of distance and defiance behind your teen’s eyes. One moment, they’re snuggling next to…
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I Love This Boy Who’s Becoming a Man Right Before My Eyes
This is 14. He still calls me mama. I give him rides and occasional advice that he may or may…
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In Defense of the Teenage Years
I have something to admit—I didn’t thrive in the baby stage. In fact, I often felt like I was drowning.…
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When Should You Give Your Child a Phone? Here’s What Works for Us.
“Everyone in my grade has a phone. When can I get one?” We started hearing this question on the regular,…
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By Denise Pollicella A Kid With a Dream Doesn’t Always Need a Plan B
After trying every after-school activity, from soccer to t-ball to tennis, my daughter, Carina, found her passion at 11 years…
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Even When My Teenager Pushes Me Away, I’ll Be Here
When my daughter was little, maybe two or three, she had this way of showing her anger we couldn’t quite…
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