Parenting Tweens


Feature Writer: Denise Oliveri
Denise Oliveri, Dan Oliveri

If you are looking for ways to better communicate with your tween, learn about the adolescent culture, or see the latest in tween trends, welcome!

Tweens are 9- to 12-year-olds. Find advice on how to help your tween deal with things like being a latchkey kid, how to deal with situations in school, making new friends, or learning to be confident with who they are.

There are also unwanted demands on our tweens, such as peer pressure. Of course, there are responsibilities that help a tween grow. Find out what chores your tween is able to handle at this age, along with instilling values and family structure. Take time to participate in a with your thoughts and feelings about raising tweens.

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Thanksgiving Crafts for Tweens

In: Parenting Tweens (general)

Here are some easy craft ideas for tweens to make for the Thanksgiving holiday. more...

How Not to Embarrass Your Tween

In: Tween Communication

Tweens are often embarrassed by parents because it is the nature of this age group to feel this way. Learn how to be a cool parent (and still be in charge) instead. more...

Helping Tweens Overcome Stress

In: Tween Communication

Tweens are more stressful than ever these days. Between school, friends, extra curricular activities, and other factors, tweens need to learn how to reduce stress. more...

Make Science Projects Fun for Tweens

In: Parenting Tweens (general)

Science projects are a part of any tween's curriculum at some point in time. Why not make it fun with these interesting tips and ideas? more...

Tween Boy Bedroom Ideas on a Budget

In: Tween Trends

Got a tween boy who wants a new look for his bedroom? Use these ideas to remodel while sticking to a budget. more...

Tweens Struck by the Love Bug

In: Tween Communication

They call it puppy love, but to a tween it can mean so much more. Here is some insight and advice for parents who have a tween struck by the love bug. more...

Birthday Ideas for Tween Boys

In: Tween Trends

Tween boys are so over childish themes when it comes to having a birthday party. So, what do these 9 to 12-year-old kids want for a party? Get some great ideas here. more...

Buying a Tween's First Training Bra

In: Parenting Tweens (general)

That first training bra can be one of the most exciting times in a tween girl's life, or one of the most embarrassing times. Make the right choice the first time. more...

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