Old 06-16-2018, 12:35 PM
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AnvilheadII
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while honest, factual communication with the children is essential, make sure you don't OVER talk it. this does not need to be a daily topic....and it shouldn't always be a PUSH of information ON them......give them some space and time to absorb and then ask questions when and if they need to.

many parents here have outfitted their younger children with a phone so that they can call in case of emergency or if things get out of hand. i don't think a 10 year old needs the latest iphone, but there are basic phones that are age appropriate.

lastly, make sure they don't feel like they are there as investigative journalists and must report everything back to you.
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