Wanting to date
Posted by:
mom of 14yr boy on
December 26, 2007 at
10:27AM EST
My son will turn 15 the end of the month. He has a girlfriend who is 14. He is asking us to take them to a movie. My husband thinks we shouldn't ... he thinks that we are encouraging them. I feel that it's OK they can't get into trouble with us right there. What's your thoughts...
(3) Answers
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I'ts a great idea if you take them out, as you said they can't get in trouble while you are around. Give him that trust.. your encourageing him to what.. I think the more us parents try to keep kids under our belts the more they want to get away. I can tell you this; my husband & I met at 12 began dating at 14 or 15 our families always had get-togethers at our house or his and it was great.
We are know 31 & 32 happily married with two children of our own, without our parents example, guidence and attention I don't if would have lasted so long, remember our children live by example you... your husband are the example.
Good Luck
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Hanging out with friends, going to the movies or dinner with parents, going to school or organized activities are all good suggestions. Dating is important to kids. This is how they learn to separate the "sheep from the goats". Meeting lots different people and getting to know them in a safe environment will help them learn to make good choices.
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Posted by: Sue F. on December 28, 2007 5:40AM EST
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