How Do I Talk About Sex With My Teenager?
Kara Powell offers tips and strategies for parents of teenagers and younger children.
Archive October 14, 2010
Middle Class Families in the Research Spotlight
New research from anthropologists explores cultural forces at play in middle class families.
Helicopter Mom and Dad Coming to the Job Interview With You?
The horror stories of helicopter parents are plentiful but a study conducted by Michigan State University sheds light on how helicopter parents are affecting the job search
The Tween Dating Scene: Can You Spell T-E-X-T?
According to a Wall Street Journal summary of new study of tween dating habits and attitudes, some elements of dating have changed in the last 30 years and some haven’t.
Making Media a Pro-Family Event
I am always saddened when I see families with teenagers waiting in restaurant lobbies for tables, and none of the family members are talking because each member has their own form of technology (iPods and cell phones being the most dominant).
Normalize Your Young Teen’s Experiences
As I mentioned, I am a fan of Mark Oestreicher’s new book, Understanding Your Young Teen: Practical Wisdom for Parents.
One-Word Definition for Young Teens
I was so pleased to have the chance to read (well, at least thoroughly skim) Mark Oestreicher‘s new Understanding Your Young Teen: Practical Wisdom for Parents 
Don’t Wait – Share Your Story Over the Holidays
I keep hearing stories these days of folks putting Sticky Faith in action, and even ideas on how to use the holidays as a way to help teenagers connect with their parents and other adults.
Short Sticky Faith Holiday Video That You Can Share
When Dave and I used to have large groups of folks over for dinners, we used to set up two tables: the kids table, and the adults table.
How to Have Great Discussions Over the Holidays
Part of what I love about my role at the Fuller Youth Institute is the amazing people I get to learn from.