If you are raising a son who is 8-10 years old, I would like to help you prepare him for the changes he is going to experience during puberty. Certainly, there are lots of emotional ups and downs that are coming his way. But, this…
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8 – 10 year old boys
The Brain Development Transition in Your Son
July 3, 2019
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
If your son is in the 8-10-year-old age group, you've likely already noticed a change in his emotions. Although we often talk about how emotional changes are one of the expected signs of puberty, it is becoming even more clear that changes in their brains…
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The 7-Minute Talk: Talking to Your Pre-Adolescent Son About Puberty
March 20, 2019
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
Two important recommendations for parents of 8-10 year old boys. Now is the time to teach your son about his reproductive system so he will be prepared for the changes that are coming during puberty. Teach him through tiny bits of information I call the…
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