When I was a young girl, especially pre-teen and early teens, I desperately wanted to grow up. I couldn't wait to be able to stay up later, or go places on my own, to wear make-up and drive a car. I wanted to be taken seriously and I just couldn't wait for it to happen. I often hear the statement, … [Read more...]
Being Girl…and Having “The Talk”
Recently Sonya wrote about a great app that helps you track your own period. This app is being well used by teen girls to help them monitor and track their periods in the early days, but wouldn't it be great if there was an app that could sit your daughter down and teach her everything she needs to … [Read more...]
Let’s Talk About Sex
Well. Here we go. Parents of older kids - I need you.The letter came home last week about the Always Changing program being presented to Cam's class this week.Puberty.**sigh**From the get-go I have been honest, open and a matter of fact when it comes to sex ed. and puberty.Starting 2 years … [Read more...]
Loss: When they grow up.
My son is 12 years/old. In a few months he will be a teenager. He is a really great kid, a good human being. I am proud of him and love him to bits. But things are changing. They are changing in a way I knew they would. But I admit, I secretly thought or hoped it might be different for us. We … [Read more...]
The Great Debate
Ok...not really a great debate. Just wondering what others thoughts are on this topic.Cam plays on an atom rep hockey team - they are 10 (turning 11). There are 2 girls on his team.Know where this is going yet?A parent went to our team liaison concerned that the girls should have their … [Read more...]