Huffington Post blogger Kim Simon wrote a compelling essay this week titled “Preventing Another Steubenville: What All Mothers Must Do for Their Sons.” While many have prescribed ways for women to protect themselves against attackers and have even suggested the victim in the Steubenville case was partly at fault because of her intoxication, Simon says the problem has more to do with the kinds of qualities we value in men and boys…. More
To Fight or Not to Fight? Kids Handling Confrontation
Every parent has that moment when they have to decide if they’re going to tell their child to fight or walk away from a confrontation. For twelve years, my oldest son has lived a peaceful life. He goes to school, makes good grades and gets along with his peers and is active in sports…. More
Boys Scouts May End Its Ban on Gay Scouts and Leaders
The Boy Scouts of America, one of the largest youth private organizations in the country, is close to making a big change. According to MSNBC, the group’s leadership is considering ending the ban on gay scouts and scout leaders it decided to uphold just two years ago. … More
Between Moms: Can You Trust Your Teenage Daughter?
I’ll start this article with the most truthful answer I can muster up being the mother of a teenage girl: not completely. I would say that I know almost everything when it comes to my child’s ... More
Boys to Men – Is It Ok For Males To Cry?
I personally feel that at some point, a male child has to step over to the other side of crying. Controlling yourself and your emotions is part of maturing and becoming a man. Whiny crying definitely needs to cease and desist before the teenage years begin. … More
Mama’s Boy: What Mothers Need To Know About Raising Boys
Boys are different from girls. I know that’s the understatement of the century, but it’s true. … More
Boys Want Easy Bake Ovens, Too
Four-year-old Gavyn Boscio asked Santa for an Easy Bake Oven this year. Big sister McKenna Pope set out to make her brother’s Christmas wish come true but was disappointed that the toy came in only purple and pink and set out to change that…. More
Seasonal Swagger: 15 Holiday Finds for Your Lil’ Man
Your little dude will be looking quite dapper over the holidays, all dressed up in these delightful duds. Whether he’s 2 months, 2 years, or 12 (going on 21), your guy can get his seasonal swag on with any (or all!) of these comfortable, yet cool sweater vests, shirts & ties, coats, and more. And for under $50 each, you won’t lose your cool when he inevitably spills something on himself at dinner. Hit the flip for our frugal finds, and then celebrate your savings by buying yourself a little gift…or two!
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A Single Mother’s Struggle: Disciplining Your Young Black Teen
For nearly six years I was employed as a Social Worker empathizing with the plight of fellow mother’s facing the challenge of raising black males in fatherless homes. Oftentimes I found myself confused and anxious ... More
