Melissa Ford

Melissa Ford is the senior strategist at Women Online. As a writer, she covers a diverse range of topics including education, health, technology, and parenting. She is also the mother of amazing twin teens.

Use Teachable Moments to Start Conversations

Sep 23, 2025

Teens often feel more comfortable sharing thoughts when they’re not speaking about themselves.

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All Lies Are Not Created Equal

Sep 17, 2025

All lies are not created equal, which means that you need to weigh each lie instead of lumping them into a single category.

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Admiring Teen Emotions

Sep 08, 2025

Adolescence is a time of heightened emotions—respect that this is part of their developing sensitivity and help them enjoy the ride.

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How to Move Forward After a Lie

Sep 02, 2025

When your relationship with your teen is built on trust, they’re more likely to volunteer information and not alter the truth.

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Talk One-on-One

Aug 25, 2025

Adolescence is filled with self-conscious moments, so aim for privacy when tackling tough topics.

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All Parents Are Stress Coaches

Aug 18, 2025

The way you confront stress is the way your teen learns to confront stress.

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