Most parents approach the teenage years with a little bit of dread. The fear of the unknown can be our worst enemy, and fill our mind with questions that are impossible to answer when our children are under 10. Will she be as rude to me as I was to my mum? Will he try drugs or have sex? Will she stop communicating? Will he leave home or drop out of school?
Having worked with hundreds and hundreds of families over the past 18 years I can reassure you that the vast majority of parent’s fears never eventuate. I would like to suggest that the ‘push and pull’ of growing up can be the most fun, exciting and rewarding time of your parenting journey. You get to watch, and mentor, your child as they grow into their own person.
If you are a parent of a pre-teen, why not anticipate that your child’s best years are ahead of them.
Take some time during their upper primary years to lay a good foundation… Read the rest