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Parenting Pointers: Helping Our Teens

Motherhood Moments

A shocking new report by the CDC confirms what many parents already suspected: Teenage girls are in crisis. A 2021 survey of more than 17,000 high school students found that 30 percent of the girls had considered suicide—a rate that’s double that of boys and almost 60 percent higher than ten years ago. Ask open-ended questions.

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Healthy Habits: The Mayo Lab Podcast with David Magee

Motherhood Moments

In fact, a new report by the CDC points to an unprecedented rise in suicidal thoughts by teenage girls.) Magee and his guests—from the fields of mental health, drug misuse prevention, and parenting—will share research-based insights and guidance to equip parents, educators, and students to start a different conversation in their own lives.

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Keeping Your Kids Safe Online

Saving Cents With Sense

That is why I really appreciate the Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) creating the Cyber Safe Site to help teens and parents find answers. Since my son is already on email, I checked out the tips for parents on online privacy. As a parent, it can be so scary and overwhelming! Here’s what I found. Have More Questions?

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ChildUp Early Learning Game Cards Review and Giveaway

Nicoles Nickels

I’m Nicole’s blog assistant Lynn and I live in North Carolina with my husband and 3 year old son, Deven. These cards are such a great way to spend time with your kids while teaching them about math and animals, and expanding their vocabulary and conversation skills!

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Alternatives to College

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I followed a spouse who joined the army and ended up with jobs such as Pizza Hut Waitress; Neighborhood News Delivery Girl and etc. My son won his 4 year degree in Economics and then was able to get a job as a security guard at a retail store! In my life saga, employment history went from bad to worse.

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Giveaway: Bright Starts Lion in the Park Activity Gym

Saving Cents With Sense

Although my little girl isn’t here yet, I was able to review the Petals & Friends Activity Gym to see all the fun activities it has. My son loved that it had different melodies that played and I really liked that it had a mirror attached to encourage self discovery. You’ll find even more deals and fun conversations.

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Giveaway: New Veggie Tales DVD “The Princess & the Popstar” (1 Winner!)

Saving Cents With Sense

As each girl realizes that the life they longed for doesn’t fulfill all their dreams, they learn the life God gave them is the one for which they were uniquely and lovingly designed. My 4 year old son didn’t want to watch this movie at first because it is “girly”, but we convinced him to watch it. just leave me a comment!