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.

Be a Parent Not a Friend

Apr 27, 2022

You are not a friend when it comes to your teen. They need you to set boundaries, be stable, and be present.

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Create Safe Boundaries

Apr 20, 2022

Teens need boundaries for stability, but they also need to push against them in order to grow.

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How to Be a Patient Parent

Mar 31, 2022

Learn to be a more patient parent in three steps.

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Four Steps to Self-Control

Mar 29, 2022

Give your teen the opportunity to solve their own problems and make their own decisions.

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Don’t Judge Kids By an Outdated Standard

Mar 29, 2022

The world changes. Change the definition of success with it.

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Be an Available Parent

Mar 23, 2022

Making it clear when you're available for your teen is key to effective communication.

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