Bad influence: Child
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How to Limit My Teen's Time with a "Bad Influence" Friend?
Asked by S.T. from New York
on November 29, 2010
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So my teenage daughter's best friend is polite, well mannered, fun to be with - but I've learned that she's "been with" a number of different boys on one night stands ...
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- I don't have a teen, but my husband and I have worked with the teenagers at our church for over 7 years. It is scary all the things that are out there for kids to get...
- It's a good sign that your daughter is telling you this stuff. For me, I don't believe in limiting their friendships. I believe in teaching them the proper thin...
- I didn't catch exactly how old these girls are-oh wait-14 yikes!!! I would have a very frank, positive, loving conversation about your fears, which to me would be saf...
5 Year Old in Trouble!
Asked by M.L. from Spartanburg
on November 8, 2008
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Hi Moms,
I am writing again regarding my daughter who is five and started K5 this year. If you read the previous post this is a continuance of that one. My daughter...
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- M., Sorry about all the problems you are having. As a mother of four , I know how difficult it can be dealing with behaviors and problems. It seems that you have a...
- M. sometimes kids don't get along with their teacher or some of the kids in their class but your daughter to be beyond that. I think it's a great idea to get advice fr...
- I'm not sure... glad you're talking to the doctor. Sounds like she's got a lot going on. Maybe she would benefit from seeing a child psychologist? He/She might be a...
Should I Disallow My 5 Year Old Son from Sitting on My Lap or Giving Me Kisses?
Asked by K.F. from Cleveland
on August 21, 2011
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Hi! I'm a divorced mom of a 5 year old, almost 6 year old boy. My son likes to give Mommy hugs and kisses every day, and if I'm sitting watching TV sometimes, about ev...
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- My son is a lot younger, but I have friends with older boys. The cuddling will stop on it's own as they get older. I don't know how long you've been divorced, but he m...
- Hug,kiss and cuddle with your boy....dump the boyfriend! I am serious about that..not joking. You are M. and you don't need any man in your life that is not your chi...
- It is very healthy for him to do this and for you to receive it and to give it back. Especially if Touch is your son's primary love language. You could damage his emot...
Negative Influence
Asked by J.H. from Lima
on May 16, 2009
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I need serious help! My daughter just turned 6 and is usually well behaved. My 10 year old niece is quite different. She acts outs for attention all the time, has no r...
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- First of all, tell your six-year-old before your next interaction that the niece doesn't do things that are safe, and that it makes you scared when she does the same t...
- Letting her get away with this will make life as she grows older more difficult because she will have always gotten her way. You and your sister must talk to see what ...
- You're the parent - and if your child was running towards a burning building, you'd get her away from it at all costs - right? Well, your neice is the burning buildin...
Disciplining 5 Year Old
Asked by R.P. from Dallas
on April 2, 2009
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My 5 year old son has recently started acting out at preschool. A little back ground here, we started a new preschool 2 weeks ago. Behavior has just started this pas...
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- My son has had a similar problem this year. He is in 1st grade now and all of a sudden he is being disruptive in class. I have figured out that this teacher doesn't ...
- As I read throught the responses from other moms, I was shocked to see how many wanted to put the blame on something other than the rightful owner of the problem-your ...
- Sounds like the other moms pointed to good disciplining resources. You need enough discipline to get his attention. If that means "no soccer", than that stinks for hi...
Bad Behavior of My Son's Friend
Asked by J.L. from Norfolk
on August 26, 2009
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My son's toys and trifles disappeared repeatedly. All the happenings occurred only when one of my son's friend came to our home and went. One day, my son found the boy...
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- I like that you are being compassionate about this. I am, frankly, a little surprised at the moms who are ready and willing to write this little boy off (whether he's...
- I would certainly involve his mother. Of course you may get the outcome you fear and it may ruin your relationship. However, consider what you are telling your son, al...
- I set rules for my home that are in effect regardless of the rules in my son's friend's homes. Thus, no stealing in my house, and that is what is going on with this f...
My Friend...
Asked by T.G. from Pueblo
on May 3, 2011
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Hey Momma's...
This one makes me sad because I dont know how to help my friend. My friend Kasey has a husband who is battling with addiction to pain meds, and is ver...
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- **EDIT: she can keep trying to push things under the rug and pretending to make nice. Or, she can think about herself and her kids... and protect them. Some drug add...
- He is an addict, end of story. Your friend cannot force him to get help, he has to do it on his own, and for himself. As long as she is sitting idly by, she is esse...
- Nar-Anon would be helpful http://www.nar-anon.org/Nar-Anon/Nar-Anon_Home.html
5 Year Old Being Negatively Influenced.
Asked by J.E. from Boston
on April 19, 2008
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So here is the short version: I have a 5 year old daughter who is from a previous relationship and we split when she was 6 months old. I have been with my husband si...
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- OH BOY do I know this story so well and I hate to say it your Ex will never, ever change. You are going to have to encourge her everyday. My advice, if she is in sch...
- Hi J., I also have a daughter from a previous relationship. She is 10 now. In have 2 small boys from my current marriage. My daughters father and I split up when s...
- It sounds to me like your DOING the right things!! My suggestion (as a child of divorce...) If you are (and it doesn't sound like it... but just in case) don't ta...
How Do I Stop a Bad Influence on My Child Without Alienating Myself from Family
Asked by K.S. from Nashville
on October 26, 2006
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My sons cousin (5 year old girl) on my husbands side has MAJOR behavioral problems that my son (4year old) has been picking up on. Small at first, now its like he's a ...
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- My daughter has the same problem with a friend of hers, the little girl and she are best friends but this little girl is SPOILED , talks back,is whiney and is very dis...
- I can SOOOOOOOOOO sympathize with you and the cousin problem! We are in the same boat. My son is very well behaved and she wil just pick and hit him and keeps on and ...
- I'm sorry if this offends anyone but I've always been known for my bluntness. If it were me(and I have been in this situation before) I would just calmly have a talk w...
Best Friend Bad Example for Her Child, Others
Asked by J.D. from Washington DC
on September 11, 2010
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My best friend growing up is a bad influence for her child and others in my opinion, and I don't know how to deal with it.
Her daughter is 12, as is mine. They are b...
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- OK...here's my two cents. Your daughter already recognizes that her actions are wrong, correct? After all she's the one who related the homework policy, the friend b...
- You know what has been the most frustrating thing to me over ALL THE YEARS knowing some CRAZY people???? This: People don't change. Especially crazy people. They also...
- You love her, and yet you want to change her? HHmmmm, it's unlikely her poor parenting will rub off on your daughter. I have a number of girlfriends whose parenting s...
