ClubMom

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Talk to your kids about bullies and how to stand up for themselves without getting physical
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Encourage your teen to get involved in positive activities and try to help build their self-esteem
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Always treat others kindly and be an example for your kids
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Remind your kids that bullying, whether you're the bully or the victim, is unacceptable and should always be reported to an adult

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Discuss with your teen the behaviors you don't approve of and why they concern you
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Boost your teen's self-esteem in order to help them make positive choices
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Model a healthy relationship for your teen
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Set boundaries regarding the time your teen spends with their mate
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Consider putting your foot down when there are behaviors that are unhealthy or illegal

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Be clear about the kind of behavior you won't allow and the consequences for disobeying
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Understand that this is a normal stage of adolescence and give your teen some space to express frustration
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If friends are impacting their attitude, enroll them in activities where they can meet new friends
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Keep calm and try to maintain a sense of humor

The baby days are over and the kids are growing up. What happens next? School days, homework, stroppy teenagers it's all to come. Come and chat to other parents of older children.

Support for parents that are going it alone. Single parenting can bring many ups and downs, trying and emotional times. Talk with others who are bringing up children on their own.