It might be time to begin preparing your 9-10-year-old daughter for her first period. This is an uncertain time for young girls. Although they tend to be uncomfortable talking about it, I have noticed how much they appreciate an opportunity to ask questions and learn…
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3 Questions from Girls About Starting Your Period
July 16, 2020
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
Ways to Social Distance and Still Get Your Adolescent Out of the House
July 2, 2020
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
Being kept at home, away from friends, with limited fun things to do is very difficult for adolescents. These ideas take very little planning and will certainly be encouraging for everyone. There are some ways to get out of the house and have a great…
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Dads and Daughters
June 18, 2020
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
Dad is typically a little surprised at the changes he sees in his daughter as she becomes an adolescent. He will need encouragement and a little direction to help him navigate the important role he has to inspire and support his daughter on her path…
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How to Help Your Adolescent Think for Themself
June 11, 2020
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
When your child was very young, it was your job to guide their choices and strongly impress your opinion upon them. That was the right thing to do. Now that your child is an adolescent (about 10+ years), you have a different responsibility. It is…
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Celebrate Your Young Daughter With Talks About Her Changing Body
June 4, 2020
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
If you have a daughter who is about 5 to 7 years old, now is the time to begin special talks with her about her body. My description for the spirit behind these talks is “celebration.” Helping her understand how she is special as a…
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