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Seeking Advice About Adult Daughter
Asked by A.M. from Washington DC
on January 25, 2013
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My adult daughter (30) lives with her boyfriend over 800 miles away. It's not a question of me not accepting her boyfriend because I do. I have visited her a couple ...
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- You should go talk to a therapist. Sounds like you might be a bit depressed since she moved out. It will make you feel better. And it will also help you determine h...
- As the mother of an adult child, I suggest that you're trying too hard and are making contact too often. Feels like bombardment to me. I suggest that she's busy makin...
- Wish I had good advice to give, but unfortunately our family is having a similar situation with my older sister and I don't know what to tell you. Everyone has gon...
Oldest Adult Child Syndrome
Asked by P.O. from Harrisburg
on September 4, 2010
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How many of you moms being the oldest child in your family feel targeted at times for being independent, standing up for what you believe and always being misunderstoo...
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- I'm the eldest of 4 and didn't feel like that. We are all different and, each in our own ways, independent and standing up for what we believe. As a kid, my second o...
- I am the oldest of five. (one passed) You hit the nail on the head :) A lot is expected of the oldest. When it gets to be too much, i let my sisters/parents know.
- Not sure if you have read it already, but you must read, "The Birth Order Book". This book is really good and gives you insight into birth order and how it affects a o...
Adult Son's Friend Too Old for Him?
Asked by K.G. from Dallas
on May 23, 2010
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My 22 yo son recently lost his job and moved in with us. My husband and I have recently moved to this area of the city (6 months now). Our neighbor next door who is ...
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- I would be suspicious about the neighbor's motives. That's all I am going to say.
- I don't really have time to read the other response BUT I will give you my opinions. 1. All you can do is advise your opinions to your son as like you stated he is ...
- Why in the world would this neighbor be asking about you and your husbands life if he is just trying to be friends with your son? IDK the situation, but that part soun...
What to Do About Adult Son's Girlfriend You Despise Vice Versa
Asked by L.H. from San Diego
on December 3, 2009
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I should have prefaced this with saying that I and my daughter caught her in the embrace, "new love" kind of goo goo eyes with another man almost a year ago. She walk...
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- Lori, There is NOTHING you can do other than to not have her around YOU. You cannot stop her from dating your son or even marrying your son and having his children...
- Hi Lori, Do Nothing. Your son (as you titled this)is an adult. Treat him like one and maybe he will act like one. Let the man be a man. If you don't let go, how is...
- since you're son is all grown up now, I think he has to make these decisions on his own. He chose her (he's not a victim), so that says that he has other weaknesses in...
Are We Raising a Generation of Helpless Kids?
Asked by A.B. from Pittsburgh
on February 26, 2012
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I'm not a big huffpo reader, but came across this article on a friend's FB page:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/Mickey-goodman/are-we-raising-a-generati_b_###-###-#...
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- I think it's a balance of giving them age appropriate responsibilty. 3 yo's should not be making dinner, unfortunatly in some "households" that is the case, the pare...
- Eh, every generation feels this way. The elders ALWAYS think the youngers are shiftless bums. Since the begining of time. And yet the human race moves forward away. Go...
- I used to think so, especially of some cousins who wouldn't let their daughter climb any stairs until 4yo . . . but she's a wonderful and responsible 17yo. Some moms t...
Calling All Empty Nesters and Parents of Older Children
Asked by K.M. from Orlando
on October 6, 2009
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Hi. I have a question to all the empty nesters and those who have teenage children. This year my youngest daughter is in high school as a freshman and my oldest is a s...
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- Sign up as a dividend (volunteer) at a local elementary school. They love having someone willing to sit one-on-one and read with kids. You never know- it may lead to a...
- Since jobs are scarce now how about volunteer work? I have worked with a local Hospice and found it very rewarding. The training is very beneficial!
- I understand what you are going through! My children are 15, 18 & 20 years old! If you are missing the "little kid" activities, I suggest you contact any elementery sc...
Age 16 , 17 and 18 Teen Who Has ALWAYS Been "Spirited" Since a Young Age
Asked by *.*. from New London
on April 14, 2013
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Tell me how you handle your 16 - 18 year old. I am NOT talking about a teen old that listens, is easy to get along with, complies with most rules. I am talking about t...
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- I think you need to be more specific.
- IMHO, she is seeing more kids that age because parents are parenting much differently than in the past. Parents now are more laid back; they don't demand respect; t...
- I have three children that are now 17,19, and 21. All definitely "spirited,gifted, and/or sensitive". I have used techniques from Parent Effectiveness Training and P...
Mary Sears Childrens Academy
Asked by M.F. from Chicago
on January 16, 2006
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My son is currently attending the Mary Sears Childrens Academy in New Lenox. Lately I have an uneasy feeling about the faculty there. Has anyone had the same feeling...
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- My only experience was I called because they were looking for teacher's helpers (I am just 2 credits away from a degree in child development) and I thought that would ...
- I knew someone who worked at the one in Plainfield before it changed its name. She told me the director was strict and the staff were not allowed to talked to the par...
- Wow-- my sister-in-law had her two kids (then 4 and an infant) there for quite awhile and raved about it. I didn't know so many people had problems.
Yaz- Has Anyone Been on It and What Did U Think of It-positive Feedback Only!
Asked by D.M. from New York
on June 21, 2009
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My MD recently prescribed Yaz for me because I suffer from Prementsrual Dysphoric Syndrome I have not yet tried it. I was never on birth control before in my life, I h...
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- I can understand wanting positive feedback, but why wouldn't you want negative feedback? You would have more information with which to make a more educated decision!!
- I was on it before I had my son and thought it was pretty good, it kept my skin nice and clear it did not make me gain weight. I think that is kinda a myth related to...
- I was having really bad periods with a lot of medium sized clots, heavy bleeding, and what I call the woosh. After sitting for a long period of time, I'd stand up and...
12 1/2 Year Old Boy - Age Appropriate Friends
Asked by F.H. from Phoenix
on March 21, 2010
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My son wants to be friends with an 18 yr old male neighbor. The neighbor's little brother is a classmate of my son. My son wants to hang out with the older brother tho...
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- My 7yo kiddo has CLOSE friends that range from 4-12. Big brother/big sister type friends in their teens and early 20's, as well as a number of adult friends in their 3...
- Listen to what your husband says. An 18 year old's mind is not the same as a younger boys mind. They do not think the same - they are not entertained the same - they d...
- Unless your son will be monitored at all times with the 18 year old - I say no. Inadvertently or even on purpose, the 18 year will expose your son to information that ...
