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Teens

Parenting helps for parenting teenagers effectively. Read about hot topics for the teen years and how to handle situations that arise.

Guardrails for Teens: Setting Boundaries that Keep Them Safe

January 14, 2026September 29, 2025 by valplowman
Our family standing next to a guardrail in Alaska

Raising teens means balancing freedom with safety. Learn practical guardrails—like dating rules, curfews, and phone limits—that help protect your teen while building trust and independence. From the time your child …

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45 Questions to Get Your Child Talking

August 20, 2025August 20, 2025 by valplowman
Mom and daughter talking

Tired of hearing “fine” when you ask about your child’s day? These 45 creative after-school questions help spark real conversations with kids. Build connection, encourage sharing, and make talking fun …

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Brinley PreTeen Summary: 13 Years Old

December 4, 2025August 11, 2025 by valplowman
Brinley in Yukon, Canada

Daily life and schedule for a 13-year-old tween who was raised on Babywise. See her daily life, the activities she is involved in, and her daily routine. This is a …

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Kaitlyn Teen Summary: 18.25 Years Old

July 28, 2025 by valplowman
Kaitlyn walking at graduation

18.25 year old teen girl information and helps. See all about her daily life as a teen girl and get the teen schedule. Talking about getting ready for college and graduating …

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McKenna Teen Summary: 16.25 Years Old

October 30, 2025July 14, 2025 by valplowman
McKenna running track

Daily life and schedule for a 16.25 year old teen girl. Learn about common concerns that come up with the teenage group. This covers 16 years old through 16.25 years …

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Teen Snack Habits: How to Handle a Hungry Teen

May 26, 2025 by valplowman
Mom talking to her teen while they eat snacks

Is your teenager always hungry? Learn why teens need more food, how to manage snack times, and how to support healthy eating habits while giving your child more control. If …

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Awesome Gift Ideas for a New Driver

May 5, 2025 by valplowman
McKenna the day she got her driver's licence

Looking for the perfect gift for a new teen driver? Discover practical, fun, and thoughtful gift ideas from car accessories to safety gear that every teen will love. It can …

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Valerie Plowman

Valerie Plowman, known as "the Babywise Mom", is the happy mother of four children. She has been helping parents with their parenting concerns since 2007 and loves helping others absolutely love being a parent.

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