Home Alone: Adult Child
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What Is the Legal Age in in That a Child Can Be Left at Home Alone?
Asked by K.N. from Indianapolis
on July 21, 2006
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I have relocated to Greenwood, IN from OH. And I have an 11 yr. old daughter, who I know will be asking me if she can stay at the condo by herself in the afternoons a...
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- Where from OH? I too am from OH. Anyways, I think it is based on the maturity of the child or 12 years of age. Try an internet search. My daughter also goes to Gre...
- K., The legal age in Indiana is 12. I know from experience, I allowed my 11 year old son to stay at home once and the lovely neighbors called and I was "reprimanded...
- K., Regardless of "legal age", and with an understanding of your daughter's age and how mature she or you think she is, anything can happen. I would at least have a t...
How Old Was Your Teen When Left Overnight Alone for the 1St Time?
Asked by N.B. from Minneapolis
on January 10, 2011
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I am just curious?? My daughter is 16, but doesn't even like sleepovers, so I am not sure she will ever be comfortable with a night or weekend alone here at home. Doe...
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- My parents were/are river rats. Growing up we headed to the river every weekend. As we got older (my bro and I are 2 years apart), my parents trusted us to stay home a...
- Hi NB, my kids are 18, 16, 13. They have NEVER been left alone overnight. My oldest is away at school, so obviously he's left alone now, tehehe! I have so much family ...
- We have a 16 yr old girl, mature for her age and great kid. She loves being independent but we have not yet left her overnight. I believe she would be fine, especi...
Almost 9-Year Old Flying Alone!
Asked by T.A. from Portland
on February 12, 2008
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Today we received notice from my almost 9 year old Bio-MOMs new attorney (4 in 18-months) stating that we needed to address ‘spring break’ and essentially needed t...
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- Personally, I was terrified to go on a plane until I was 18. Depending on your daughter's personality, it seems she is more introverted. And does not just take charge...
- Seems as you tried going out of your way to make the trip less stressful. Time for the mom to step up. It isnt your problem she is being selfish. I advise you to speak...
- First, I'm curious as to why your daughter might be afraid to fly alone - is this something that can be worked through with counseling? The airlines are generally ver...
Adult Children Who Live at Home
Asked by P.K. from New York
on February 5, 2012
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Should an adult child (early 20's) who lives with her mother be permitted to have her boyfriend sleep over? I don't like it for multiple reasons (partly because I like...
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- I will not permit this in my home. I teach them what is right and wrong and know that when they are older and not here anymore they will make their own decisions. Th...
- I agree with you. It doesn't matter what age your daughter is. It's YOUR HOUSE, and still YOUR RULES!
- My grown daughter and her fiancé currently live with me. They had their own place until he got laid off and they couldn't pay all the bills with just her wages. They ...
Home Wealth Solution
Asked by A.C. from Las Cruces
on May 23, 2011
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I received an email about Home Wealth Solution. Has anyone out there tried it? Your supposed to be able to work from home and make a decent amount of money. I would lo...
Work from Home Companies?
Asked by D.W. from Providence
on August 3, 2010
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I recently resigned from my job to stay home with my son, and am looking for a way to supplement my income at home, like by doing typing, etc. I have seen ads for lot...
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- speaking from someone who has tried a LOT of work at home stuff, there is a lot that you have to consider. First of all, a work at home job does not pay the same as a ...
- Although I work full time, I have recently partnered with Work At Home United. It is great. They help you build your own business on your time...but you don't have t...
- Hi D., Many people are looking for a "plan B" with the way our economy has suffered. More and more women are staying home to raise their children, and I am one on the...
Home Schooling
Asked by M.B. from Miami
on September 17, 2006
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Does anybody have any experience with homeschooling their children? I am seriously considering this for my three little girls and was wondering if there was anybody t...
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- Well I just launched my teenage daughter off to high school after nine years of homeschooling. We had a great journey and I miss having her home but she wanted to try...
- My son attends Florida Virtual Academy at home and he's in 4th grade. If anyone has questions, please ask. Tuition free and they supply a computer and printer.
- HI, I was homeschooled and we are considering it for our son. My mom is still homeschooling my 4 younger siblings. You can email her and ask her any questions that you...
Refuse to Let Adult Child Move Back Home?
Asked by J.G. from Minneapolis
on November 12, 2011
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Ok, so brief background: I don't have any grown children but I do have a mother who, in many ways, acts like my teenage daughter more than my mother. She is fairly fre...
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- Lol, this post could almost be what my daughter would post about me. Please bear with this long background explanation. For my example, my 5-1/2 year relationship wi...
- By allowing her to move in now, you are setting yourself up for more drama on an every day basis, and you would be enabling her to keep not taking care of herself and ...
- Go with your gut. You know that if you move her in with you, the drama will be part of the deal. You already know you don't want or need that. LIke someone else said -...
Staying Home with 5 Year Old
Asked by A.C. from Tulsa
on September 16, 2008
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Hey everyone. I am a SAHM of a 5 year old little boy who is in pre k this year. I have two step kids, but they are not with us much. I have chosen to continue to stay...
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- Please do not let anyone try to make you think that you have to get a job!! Taking care of a 5 yr old, a husband, and a home is a full time job. I am in the exact op...
- You are very fortunate to be able to be a sahm. However for some reason you seem to be unsecure. Why is it so important what other people think? Enjoy your family! ...
- Since this is a different era, if you don't already have a degree you may consider getting one. SAHM truly doesn't last forever in the 21st century. Not placing your...
Need Help with Troubled Adult Child
Asked by D.C. from Boise
on October 29, 2008
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Well Ladies, I have never done this so please be patiant. I have a Foster son, whom I helped raise from the time he was six. I didnt get full care of him until he was ...
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- It might not help but what if it would? Sometimes even as adults we need to know that mom loves us and cares. It might be a wake up call for him if you did track him...
- I'm sorry that has to be such a difficult spot to be in! I honestly think that there is nothing you can do for him, at least not until he wants the help, the best y...
- D., First of all, God bless you and your husbands efforts to love a child as your own flesh and blood. That is a special calling. Second, I have no experience as ...
