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Conversation StartersHere are tips for moms who want to start a conversation with their 5th grade daughters about puberty and development. How to Talk So Your Teen Listens Your daughter is about to go through some pretty major developments, both physically and emotionally. All of which make having a normal conversation a challenge, to say the least. To keep your teen tuned in: Forget the big "talk." The quickest way to get a teen to shut down is to lecture. Talk naturally and often, so the lines of communication stay open. Real conversation happens in bits and pieces over days, months and years. Listen instead of reacting. Does your teenage daughter suddenly insist that she's "sick" of everything? If so, you need to ask yourself if that's what she's really feeling? Or is she just feeling frustrated and hasn't yet learned to express her feelings or ask for help? Share your years. Your daughter may not want all the focus on her. Instead of asking her what she's going through, talk to her about your experiences growing up. Be observant. What she's reading or watching on TV may spark a conversation. Make time for two. While those precious moments you're together in the car are a great time for talking, make special time, too. A movie, shopping, a hike in the park — find common ground and have fun. |
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