#family-communication
#family-communication

Parenting

Parenting teens is a constant battle. I live by 2 rules in my household.

Establishing tech rules early fosters connection and helps manage screen time in a family's daily routine.

fromwww.nytimes.com

8 months ago

Digital life

Should We Tell Our Tween Daughter That Her Father Had a Nose Job?

Parents should transparently communicate about sensitive family topics, especially regarding self-image and cosmetic surgery, to foster open discussions.

1 month ago

NYC parents

Harriette Cole: I think a month in another country is too much for my teen

Consider the organized nature of high school study-abroad programs before deciding against it.

Engage in discussions with your daughter to understand her motivations for wanting to travel.

fromSlate Magazine

Writing

Stop Asking Me What to Buy My Kids for Christmas. It's Not My Job!

Encouraging family to give gift cards directly to teens simplifies holiday gifting and communication.

Empowering teens to engage with relatives can alleviate parental stress during the holidays.

Parenting

fromBusiness Insider

1 day ago

I started tracking my teenagers on Life360. It's helped us all in more ways than I thought.

Family tracking apps encourage better communication and connection among family members.

Parenting

fromBusiness Insider

Parenting teens is a constant battle. I live by 2 rules in my household.

Establishing tech rules early fosters connection and helps manage screen time in a family's daily routine.

fromwww.nytimes.com

8 months ago

Digital life

Should We Tell Our Tween Daughter That Her Father Had a Nose Job?

Parents should transparently communicate about sensitive family topics, especially regarding self-image and cosmetic surgery, to foster open discussions.

1 month ago

NYC parents

Harriette Cole: I think a month in another country is too much for my teen

Consider the organized nature of high school study-abroad programs before deciding against it.

Engage in discussions with your daughter to understand her motivations for wanting to travel.

fromSlate Magazine

Writing

Stop Asking Me What to Buy My Kids for Christmas. It's Not My Job!

Encouraging family to give gift cards directly to teens simplifies holiday gifting and communication.

Empowering teens to engage with relatives can alleviate parental stress during the holidays.

'Agreeing to disagree' is hurting your relationships - here's what to do instead

Avoiding tough conversations can harm family relationships more than addressing them directly.

Miscommunication and avoidance may lead to permanent damage in family bonds.

Parenting

fromPsychology Today

2 weeks ago

What to Say to Your Child When They Graduate From College

Memorable graduation messages from parents, especially for first-generation graduates, hold lasting significance and foster a sense of support and pride.

#financial-planning

fromFortune

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

Why a money talk could be the 'best gift you give your family' this holiday season

Discussing finances during family gatherings can promote essential understanding of wealth transfer and financial planning.

from24/7 Wall St.

Miscellaneous

My mother is passing with $1 million to her name - should this cash go to me or to the grandkids?

Open conversations about inheritances are essential while older family members can participate in discussions.

fromFortune

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

Why a money talk could be the 'best gift you give your family' this holiday season

Discussing finances during family gatherings can promote essential understanding of wealth transfer and financial planning.

from24/7 Wall St.

Miscellaneous

My mother is passing with $1 million to her name - should this cash go to me or to the grandkids?

Open conversations about inheritances are essential while older family members can participate in discussions.

more#financial-planning

fromBaby Domain

Digital life

How To Keep Your Baby News Private | Baby Domain

It's crucial for parents to control the timing and manner of sharing baby news to maintain the joy of the announcement.

Writing

Asking Eric: I'm his wife, not his social secretary

Encourage your husband to take the initiative in communicating with his parents about handling family plans.

Digital life

Miss Manners: My husband implied my question to our guests was crude

Inquiring about guests' health after a dinner should be done delicately, avoiding explicit references to illness.

fromPolygon

Video games

This Yuletide, give yourself the soothing gift of gab and a good resin model video

Preparation and multitasking can enhance the quality of family conversations, especially during the holidays.

fromTechCrunch

5 months ago

Wearables

Fitbit's kids smartwatch gets family group chats | TechCrunch

Fitbit Ace LTE introduces features aimed at enhancing family connectivity and promoting fitness in children.

fromSlate Magazine

6 months ago

Miscellaneous

Help! We're Taking Our Kids on a Surprise Trip to Disney World. It's Bound to Anger the Whole Family.

It is okay to prioritize family dynamics that suit your immediate family's needs when planning vacations.