Stress and Tweens: The Theory of Relativity
Stress. That word just causes me more stress. And as a working mom, I not only carry around my own, but I share in the worries of my husband, my children, siblings, and even parents. And what’s worse? It [...]
My wish as we enter the teen years
I’m supposed to be an expert on this parenting stuff - so why is it still so tough to do? Pediatrician - check. Read parenting books - check. Read every blog I can find on being a good mom [...]
Bonding with Your Tween over Spring Break
Planning a staycation? Here are some great ways to bond with your tween over spring break. While family vacations can be a great source of bonding time, time together at home can also create memories that will last a [...]
The Big Break Up
There’s a lot of changes that happen during those tween years - which involve a lot of challenges for parents. I think one of the most painful parts of parenting is “The Break Up.” And I’m not referring to the [...]
The School Puberty Letter ?
So the dreaded letter from school arrives in the mail. It is a warning you that your child will soon be learning about puberty in school. What will the letter say? ? The girls and boys will be separated to learn [...]
“So mom, you have only had sex twice, right?”
Actual (verbatim) conversation between me (Dr. Lisa) and my 10 year old. So mom, you have only had sex twice, right? Why do you want to know that? Well, you only have two kids. So that means you have [...]
Honest Answer from a 10 year old (video)
Rachel admits she was a bit embarrassed to come to a Turning Teen workshop....but watch this short clip to see how she felt afterwards about the program :)