Tag Archives: parenting teens

Puberty Rites – marking an important transition

When parents contact me for guidance on organising a puberty rite of passage for their child I always start by asking what they hope to gain from such an event.  Their answers help us to design the ceremony and celebration: “I want to make a fuss of her.  It’s a difficult stage of life and [...]

Posted on 10 April 2013
Musings: Coming of age, Parenting girls, Rites of passage
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Too Drunk to Drink?

“Can I have a sip?” “Yes, go on then, have a try.  But just a sip.” “Yum, I like it. Can I have more?” At what age do we let a child take a taste of beer, or a sip of wine?  Would you pour your teenager a glass of wine with a meal?  What [...]

Posted on 19 December 2012
Musings: Coming of age, Parenting teenagers, Rites of passage
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First bra – a special occasion

Do you remember getting your first bra? Was it a special experience?  I hope so. A girl’s first bra takes her through a gateway – a significant step along her path towards womanhood.  She is introduced to a whole new world of lingerie choices: cup size, cotton, lace, black, pink, skin-tone, underwired, padded, strapless, matching [...]

Posted on 2 November 2012
Musings: Coming of age, Parenting girls, Parenting teenagers, Rites of passage
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“You can’t get pregnant first time!”

Too many teenage pregnancies come about through ignorance: “I’ve not started, so I can’t get pregnant can I.” “I thought you couldn’t get pregnant if you’re on your period.” “If he pulls out then you’re safe, right?” No, no, and no. If parents are teaching their kids, and teachers are covering this stuff in school, [...]

Posted on 3 July 2012
Musings: Parenting teenagers
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My toddler-teen!

We’re in the midst of GCSE exams – and I am learning a new and delicate dance that reminds me of a dance I had to learn in the toddler years. My teen wants me to back off.  No gentle reminders to revise required, thank you very much.  No help with devising a revision timetable.  [...]

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Posted on 13 June 2012
Musings: Parenting teenagers
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