Changing Schools: Adult Child
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18 Year Old Daughter
Asked by A.M. from Columbus
on August 29, 2010
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Hi,
My 18 year old daughter is sleeping overnight with a boyfriend. I have told her that this is not acceptable to me and that it is definetly not ladylike. She to...
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- First of all using terms like "tramp" is NOT appropriate for any mother to use. While your daughter's behavior at this age is not acceptable you need to realize at thi...
- Okay A., After reading the responses you got I have to say this.....especially to the Mom's that seem to think an 18 year old having sex is a major offense. How many ...
- The day that any of my kids, who are living under my roof, thinks its ok to stay the night at a boyfriends/girlfriends home will have their bags packed waiting for the...
Adult Child Issues
Asked by J.P. from Chicago
on April 18, 2011
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Hi Moms,
When does an adult child, mine for instance he is 20 become responsible for their own choices?? My son who is 20 years old almost 21 lives with his dad ...
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- How about tell him he can live there when he gets a FT job and/or enrolls in school? Seriously, I'm all about second chances and there may be a little of him seekin...
- If it were me, I would tell my son what day the move would be on and he would have to come up with his own arrangements by then. He is an adult, this is HIS problem. N...
- if you take him in lay ground rules, he has to have a job by this date, he has to pay X amount of rent by this date, he has to follow these house rules and have him si...
Getting Ready for Middle School
Asked by M.S. from Raleigh
on November 12, 2009
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My 10 year old is finishing 5th grade and will be going to middle school next school year. Since I've already done this once with my oldest, you might expect me to be ...
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- What an exciting time in his life!!! Moving to the next level of life and maturity and responsibility. He will be moving with forever friends he has made thru the ye...
- I felt this way when my now 18 year old son went into high school. I was remembering all my stress when I went to school. Don't let him feel that if this is somethin...
- I encouraged the kids to join in the activities the school offers. My son joined the band and my daugter the academic teams and orchestra. THat way they have an inst...
Should I Change My Son's School?
Asked by L.D. from Joplin
on March 4, 2010
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I have a highly intelligent 12 year old boy who consistently grades above grade level in all areas, yet can't seem to barely pass an actual class. I've beat my head a...
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- I'm going to chime in and give an entirely different response... By changing schools, what message are you sending to your son? That when life gets tough, and you...
- He sounds like he is not being challenged. Changing his school may or may not help though. Have you thought of homeschooling him with online classes? If you are...
- I think that it would be in your son's best interest to change schools. Does he say "why" he hates school? Gosh, it's tough being a mom! But I can tell from your q...
Waking up in the Morning for School
Asked by R.W. from Pittsburgh
on October 19, 2009
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I have 4 kids, boy(8.), girl (6.5), boy (3.5) and boy (2), My eldest son stays up the longest 9p.m. my second oldest and my daughter BOTH go to bed at 7:30/7:45 p.m. t...
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- Have you tried the "pre-waking" technique show on Supernanny? My son is 6 and it was a real struggle to get him UP this year when he started first grade. What I do i...
- Some of my daughters are the same way. There is not much i do but reminders every few minutes to get out of bed. I know that is not much help. What i really wanted ...
- I agree with the possibility of too much sleep... but my youngest ALWAYS hated getting up and still does at 22! Or is she really going to sleep at 7:30 and laying awak...
School Meeting Advice
Asked by L.S. from Washington DC
on January 16, 2008
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My tenth grader just got diagnosed with non-hyperactive ADHD from a really reliable group of doctors. She also tests "gifted." She isn't seeing any difference on 18 mg...
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- My daughter has ADD- no hyperactivity. She is a 10th grader with a lot of "forgetfulness" She is currently on Concerta 27 mg. Do you have a psychiatrist? We got much b...
- Laura, your daughter's school is required by federal law to provide her with a Free Appropriate Education (FAPE) if she has a recognized disability. ADD is recognized...
- Hi Lauris, Boy does your story sound familiar! I have three children. Ages 24, 21 & 10. My 24 year old is ADD (diagnosis for person without the hyperactivity.) S...
Teen Girl Not Interested in School
Asked by C.F. from Sacramento
on September 20, 2010
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My 13, almost 14, year old daughter could not care less about school. She likes the social aspect and a couple of teachers but doesn't feel successful so she doesn't ...
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- Focus less on the now with the bribes, and more about her future. Really explain that her future depends on her grades. Ask her what she is interested in, becoming a v...
- i would definately have the carrier disconnect the phone until her grades are better and she starts acting like she cares. or just get rid of the phone all together. d...
- I have a 14 year old daughter who is very headtrong. Sounds likes yours is begging for you to take control of the situation. You can take her phone away - one way or...
Asperger's : Me Vs. School Officials - What Would You Do?
Asked by J.C. from Rapid City
on March 19, 2010
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I have a four year old daughter who has all the classic signs of Asperger's - refusal to make eye contact, weak motor skills, delayed speech, repetitive behavior, aver...
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- My kids are not in school yet but are based on my experience as a case manager. I would try and work with the school as best you can but I would also get a notebook o...
- i would have her tested outside the school system..so its documented with the state-or proffessionals that can back you up-it could be something totally different.i he...
- I would think you would have had your peditrician look into this when you first realized there was a problem 2 years ago. Is there a local agency that deals with sp...
18 Year Old Daughter Still in High School
Asked by R.W. from Cleveland
on January 9, 2011
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I have a daughter who is still living at home. She is 18 years old and a senior at High School. We support her financially. She has a Part time job. She feels she c...
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- Your house - your rules. If she doesn't like it and wants to leave, she leaves with nothing but her clothing. No car. No ipod. No phone... nothing. She obviously has ...
- There is a lot of background to this story that we will never know...and it is impossible to tell you what to do...it is such a personal and individual issue. I would ...
- She wants to do whatever she wants, let her as long as it's not in your home. It's your house, give her the rules. If she doesn't want to live by them, show her ...
Friend's New Baby Has down Syndrome
Asked by A.P. from Dothan
on February 23, 2010
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My husband has a friend from work who just experienced the joy of having his first child. He found out yesterday that his new baby daughter has Down's Syndrome. What...
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- I agree with Denise to treat him like any other child. From all the experiences I have had with families who have children with special needs, they are the greatest b...
- my little brother has DS and it is not a struggle anymore than having a"normal" child. it is actually a special sweet blessing to have a child with DS they teach you s...
- Please read this blog post. I will warn you that it is a tear jerker! But the most beautiful story ever! http://enjoyingthesmallthings.blogspot.com/2010_01_01_archi...
