Oct 26 2010
There are stages, as children go through adolescence, where it seems there are so many things that can irk you as a parent: unkept rooms, questionable choices in friends, forgetting to do chores, clothing choices, _____________ (fill in the blank). And it can be frustrating as you find yourself in a constant ‘correction mode.’ Stop a [...]
Oct 19 2010
The holidays are approaching! Now is a good time to check your local craft stores to see what classes they offer, and then sign you and your daughter up for something! I just visited my local Michaels craft store, and they have some wonderful things moms/daughters create in a couple of hours– holiday centerpieces, handmade [...]
Oct 14 2010
October is Domestic Violence Awareness month.
Domestic Violence, referred to as Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) is not only an issue in adult relationships, but also teen dating relationships.
Did you know that:
Females ages 16-24 are more vulnerable to intimate partner violence than any other age group– at a rate almost triple the national average?
Approximately 1 in 5 [...]
Oct 12 2010
Your daughter has a question for you. You’re sitting at the computer updating your Facebook status or you’re in the midst of cooking, and because you’re such a great multi-tasker, you don’t even have to take your attention from what you’re doing– you answer without missing a beat. Not a problem for many women who are multi-tasking masters. [...]
Oct 11 2010
By: JoJo Tabares
If you are a mom trying to improve your relationship with your daughter, you may have heard you should do activities with her. After filling your already busy schedule with mother/daughter events, have you found yourself running ragged without seeing any improvement in your relationship? If so, this article is for you!
Actually, the [...]
Oct 05 2010
Hugging is a really simple activity, but can easily get overlooked in everyday routines…unless it is made part of your everyday routine. Research suggests that at least 4 hugs are needed per day for survival. 8 hugs are needed for maintenance, and 12 hugs are needed for growth. Sometimes it may seem easier to hug daughters [...]
Oct 04 2010
It’s an exciting and new season here at Girl Nurture and Girl Talk!
We have new monthly contributors, experts in their fields, that will be supplying valuable information to parents, caregivers, and mentors to girls and young women. Some of the topics include communication, self-care tips for parents, adolescent health issues, and bonding activites, just to name a [...]