though many may classify high school relationships as a waste of time, there are many positive outcomes of dating in high school that are unrecognized. according to the u.s. department of health & human services, “[high school] relationships also can play a role in supporting youth’s ability to develop positive relationships in other areas including: in school, with employers, and with partners during adulthood.”  by replacing cell phone use with quality face-to-face time, relationships give students time to figure out …

a friend of mine used to give teenage girls this piece of dating advice: guys aren’t ripe to date until they’re 25 years old. however, it certainly made those girls think before allowing their hearts to be swept off of their feet by a teenage boy only to be hurt deeply later. dating is a good way to develop maturity and understanding of the sacrifice needed for a long lasting relationship. don’t do it to be cool or because other …

and just the mention of it to our girls can make them feel like slamming doors in our face because they’re sure they know it all. as moms we need to give our girls the knowledge to navigate relationships in a way that respects their boundaries, but also ensures that they have all the tools they need to avoid getting hurt. so, we do the next best thing, which is to talk all the talk and give our girls as …

eventually, the teens make mistakes and drift away from all their loved ones. however, each one of them go through some common problems and struggle to resolve them. when young adults are subjected to this kind of conditioning, they may head to the wrong path and develop bad habits. for them, it’s not easy to handle fights and prevent misunderstandings. you may not understand the gravity of the situation but you can always lend an ear to your partner and …

instead, they should be encouraged to participate in group dates with a number of christian friends who share their moral and spiritual values. dr. meeker will encourage parents to invest love and time in their daughters and develop their character to give them the best opportunity for a bright future, all rooted in a spiritual foundation. will you pray for the pre-born and moms that are facing unexpected pregnancies? now she helps other parents to talk to god, asking for …