Tag: teens
Dating Violence Awareness Month: Tips For Keeping Your Teen Safe
As I've jumped back into the dating world post-divorce, I've reflected on how I landed here. I've spent time digging deep to discover who...
Big Kids Are Great
Not gonna lie, having older kids is pretty awesome.
Every once in a while you’ll see a meme in which someone wishes they could go...
Parenting in The Teen Years: Setting Healthy Boundaries and Holding Limits
I have been parenting for 16.5 years, but only parenting a teen for 3.5 years. I feel really, really confident in the birth to...
Fall in Iowa City: The Ultimate Guide
Fall is a fleeting season; we dream of it far longer than we get to enjoy it. So don't wait–grab your pumpkin spice latte...
Spooky Activities and Halloween Haunts for Teens and Tweens in Iowa...
Halloween can be more than trick-or-treating and costumes, but it can be challenging to find activities that are inclusive to the whole family. Here...
Parents of Teenagers: The Things We Don’t Talk About
I love Facebook. I can keep up with high school friends, college friends, and message board friends all over the world. Chances are you clicked...
Going to Concerts With My Teenager: An Honest Interview
I had the privilege of going to some great concerts with my 17-year-old daughter, Rachel, this summer. I thought it was a little strange...
7 Ways to Teach Kids Money Management and Financial Responsibility
Teaching your kids about money is so important. As a parent, it’s one of our biggest jobs to adequately prepare our kids for their...
Staying in Touch Junior Style: A Safe Instant Messenger for Kids
June 1st of 2018 was not only the day that we closed on our house, but it was also the last day of school,...
Foster Care in Iowa Part 2: Who Are the Kids in...
Last month I shared the steps to becoming a licensed foster home in Iowa. This month I want to share more about the kids...