Are you parenting your teen ostrich-style?

Glenda Gabriel

Core Solutions

Special to the Village News

Parenting teens isn't for dummies. You've got to bring your best game. The teenage years bring challenges that you probably didn't experience during the elementary school years. Much of this is the natural course of things in preparation for them to become independent, contributing adults. Here are three of the best ways to help your teen safely navigate the minefield of their teenage years.

Close parent-child relationship

Your child needs to know they can count on you to say what you mean and mean what you say. Your family values need...