You may not always like the way your tween or teen dresses, but can you actually win that battle? Here are the three keys to dealing with the clothing wars.
Three homecoming king nominees made a pact to give the award and title to a very important junior at their school if any of them won, and it shocked everyone.
"I could feel the cold sweat, the fear, as midnight drew closer." One mom shares a survival story from her own teen years that has her signing her daughter up for self defense classes.
Parents often worry about the difficulty of raising teens, but this stage isn't without a silver lining. Whether you already have a teen or soon will, these encouraging words from moms reveal why the teen years are actually worth celebrating.
There are fewer things more painful for a parent then when a teenaged child chooses to move out. Circle of Moms members who have faced this painful situation share words of comfort and three key strategies for staying "Mom."
When do you start taking your teen to the gynecologist? With girls getting their periods earlier lately, members share four tips on choosing the best timing for your daughter.
"Letting go and doing it without pain and a hole in your heart will be one of the hardest things a mother has to do, but it’s all a part of life." Moms share the five keys to preparing yourself and your teen for leaving the nest.
Should your child be able to ride in the front seat with you as soon as he's out of the booster? Moms share four perspectives and considerations, plus resources on air bag safety and a quick way to find out the laws in your state.
Would you tell your child about the bad choices you've made in your life? Moms share the whens, whats, and whys of sharing mistakes from your past with your own kids.
These Rated E (Everyone) games really are fun to play at any age. From Scribblenauts to the Angry Birds Trilogy, these Nintendo gifts for little gamers will win over parents and may even entice older siblings to join in!
Before I ever became a mom, I was a teacher. Those years of forging relationships, offering guidance, and teaching science to 150 students each year taught me several things which have also served me well as a parent. Here are the eight most important.
One teenage problem that hasn't changed much since your own teen years is acne. Here are five anti-acne tips from Circle of Moms members whose kids have dealt with this embarrassing skin condition recently.
When can kids typically shower and wash their hair on their own — and when you should stop helping them? Moms break down what typically happens with bathing between ages 5 and 9.
"My kids will openly text me something that they may hesitate telling me face to face." Find out why moms are texting with their teens instead of talking in person.
Some moms cringe at the idea of a relative calling their child a brat after misbehaving during holiday dinner, so they begin proper manners prep early. Here are five mom tricks for the best holiday manners your kids could have from moms who've been there.
The chance your kids will help you in the kitchen or with chores drops to less than 20 percent when your request comes in the form of a spineless question like, “Can someone please help me?” Here's what to do instead— and why it's critical that kids
The ease of access to pornographic images and videos through the Internet and mobile devices makes an encounter with it virtually a rite of passage for today's kids. Here moms offer four tips on dealing with the discovery that your child is viewing porn.
Have you ever had one of those over-the-top-days where all the stress you're holding in comes flying out of your mouth— directed at your child? This usually makes everything worse! Here's the key to parenting well even when you're stressed.
What was your favorite book as a teen? From fun series like "Sweet Valley High" to award-winning fantasy tales like "A Wrinkle in Time," we've rounded up 20 titles that Circle of Moms members truly loved when they were younger. Share them with your teen!
When Arizona mom, Elizabeth Johnson, was told by her 16-year-old daughter that girls were bullying her at school, she contacted the school's star quarterback instead of the principal to find a solution. Click through to watch the video!
No matter your your political leanings, the 2012 fall elections offer a fun way to get your children interested in voting. Here are three tips for piquing your child’s interest in civic duty.
Giving your teen an allowance solves one problem but creates others: can you control the way the money is spent? Should your teens should now pay for big purchases themselves? Here, moms share answers to those questions.
With so many of our moms raising special needs kids, we try to shine light on hopeful and happy stories whenever we can. So we're thrilled by this video of an autistic 11-year-old named Jodi DiPiazza performing "Firework" — with Katy Perry herself!
Seven weeks into the new year at California's Jordan Middle School, Colman Chadam was told by his teachers to change schools because he's a risk to other students. His parents believe they're wrong — and are suing to keep him at Jordan.
Why do some kids warm to their step parents while others spend years fighting them? A parenting coach shares the story of her own parents' painful divorce — and the smart steps her new step dad took to earn her love and respect.
"In my opinion, if you're dressed up in a costume and don't have diabetes, trick-or-treating should never have an age limit!" Do you agree? Moms weigh in on the age-appropriateness of trick-or-treating for teens, babies, and every age in between.
Once a teen chooses friends who are a bad influence, moderating (or ending) that influence is an uphill battle for a parent. Here moms share 5 ways to help teens pick friends who will serve them well.
Teens aren't easy to parent, so what do you do when you're parenting them alone? Single moms share five savvy tips for overcoming the hurtles involved in raising teenagers — whether you're doing it alone or with a partner.
Would you give your child a cell phone at 10? Circle of Moms members share four views on the right time for a child to have a cell phone, and the rules that should accompany this privilege.
Giving your child a cell phone is supposed to make both you and your child feel safe, but that's not what happened for the Jones family of Lithonia, GA.
Dared by one of his peers, a New York City teen licked an entire subway handrail while being filmed. The teen was paid $1 for the deed, and likely exposed himself to more than 300,000 microbes.
Kids don’t learn to be good people just from parental role modeling. They must be actively taught. A parenting expert shares tips for preparing yours to be kind people even when the kids around them are socially aggressive or cruel.
Are there circumstances in which it's acceptable for a mom to keep a child's secret from her spouse — even in a family with a "no secrets" policy? Many moms say yes — and here's why.
Having trouble getting your teen to bed at a decent hour and up in the morning? Here are 5 solutions you can use to help your child get a better night's sleep.
Many parents stress out about their teen’s friends. Here, moms share seven tried-and-true tactics for easing the pain (for their teens and themselves) when a tween or teen insists on hanging out with toxic friends and bad influences.
How do you explain divorce to children? Here are 5 strategies for breaking news of a separation, split, or divorce to your grade school-aged kids, as shared by moms who've been through it.
Since sleep is usually out of the question at sleepover parties how do you keep your child's friends happy for a whole night and part of the next day? Here are five slumber party activities that are guaranteed to be well received.
A growing number of moms think using natural consequences is the best way to help kids to do the right thing. Here are some common questions and answers about the technique.
When your child complains about going to school it may seem like she's just being stubborn, but for many kids school anxiety is a very real issue. So how can you tell the difference between everyday complaints and a serious problem — and what can you do?
Some siblings immediately adore each other, and some are like oil and water. But part of what children can learn from siblings is how to get along with others. Here are three ways you can help, including ideas on handling "It's not fair!"
Sure, toddlers defy their parents, but it's unnerving when the back talk comes from a big kid. How do you tame the sass before it gets out of hand? First, take a deep breath, say our moms. Then, try these four tips for teaching respect.
Are you constantly struggling to get your tween or teen to put down their phone? The 17-year-old winner of the U.S. National Texting Championship has an explanation for his talent that might surprise you.
How do you manage the risks and anxiety associated with letting your child attend sleepovers? Is it worth it? Here, moms who say yes to sleepovers explain why they are essential for kids, and share three tips for making them safe.
What is "unschooling," and is it a good alternative to preschool — or even school? Here, moms who've gone down this pathway explain who it's right for — and who not.
