Read HOW TO DEAL WITH HAVING AN ESTRANGED ADULT CHILD. Legal Aspects and Grandparent Rights – What You Need to Know Sixty & Me has explored the topic of “Grandparents’ Rights” to provide helpful insights for those facing this challenging situation. While this information is not intended to...
In parent child relationships, where you can’t control the outcome, I suggest you decide tolive your own life to its fullest. Let your adult children carry the burden of bitterness on their shoulders. Shame on them, not shame on you. Even with this surround yourselves with loving friends,...
James and I used to jokingly say that kids are like uncivilized little barbarians—it’s our job, as parents, to teach them a more respectful way to deal with problems. Decide today that you are going to start doing things differently. 5. Be a Teacher and Coach It’s your jo...
Yet, as mothers, we sometimes forget that in our relating to our adult children. When we can view them with some detachment, when our reactions to them are no longer based on expectations or being dependent on them, we are then able to love them fully and freely. Do not look at your ...
If a parent isn’t active on social media or online, it can make bullying in these spaces seem more daunting to speak about. However, there are some really practical ways that can help you to protect your teenager, make them feel better and help you both ...
Overprotective parents can make even the simplest things, like going out with friends and having a boyfriend, into major sources of conflict. This creates long-term problems for the child. Learn some tips on how to get them to give you some freedom.
How to deal with separation anxiety in children In most of the cases, this feeling usually goes away after a time, and the children typically grow out of those worries. Reassuring children and showing them you will return usually helps. ...
“If I were to bring in my child who is addicted to alcohol and marijuana, what would your approach be?” Some doctors tell parents they will not deal with addicted kids. Or they may tell the child that smoking marijuana is not a problem as long as they keep it under control. Believ...
Friendships grow, change, and even end throughout our lives, but those friendship “breakups” can often be tough to navigate.
online that they need to talk to you, if not a teacher, or an adult they trust. Tell them they can call ChildLine free on 0800 1111 if they would rather not tell someone they know; they have trained counsellors who often deal with this issue and know how to advise on what to do ...