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Biking Independence
Asked by C.L. from Minneapolis
on April 21, 2009
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I know it probably depends somewhat on the individual child, but at what age is it appropriate to give kids greater independence riding their bikes on busy roads, etc....
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- It all depends on where you live. Obviously you being in Saint Paul made the right choice. We live in West Fargo and our kids ages 7 on up ride anywhere they go, but k...
- Better safe than sorry! Kids are going to be upset when we set boundries, but that's out job! Good luck!
- I am sorry to hear that your son is frustrated with you right now, but you made the best choice for him. I think boys in groups are more daring and they have to be cau...
Friends' House Drop Offs?
Asked by K.H. from Dover
on February 13, 2008
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I will state from the start, that I am a paranoid and over protective mother. I have a daughter that is 5, and being in kindergarten..all the birthday parties have sta...
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- i've had bd parties for my daughter and also gone over to other people's houses. i grew up in a family where noone knew what happened inside our 4 walls so i was extre...
- K., I know what you mean. I too am a Military Wife/Mother. My daughter is going to be 9 in March. If you don't feel comfortable, then that's it. You say no. However...
- I think you need to let go a little. I understand the need to "know" the parents but since your daughter isn't going to be spending weekends or weeks with these paren...
