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.

How to Give Your Child Responsibility

Sep 23, 2020

Show trust with new privileges.

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A Nod Is Worth 1000 Words

Sep 23, 2020

Talk with, not at, your kids.

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It’s Okay If You Don’t Know Your Purpose

Aug 24, 2020

Guide teens to explore their purpose.

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Get Around This Drug Talk Obstacle

Aug 24, 2020

Quick tip for talking about drugs with teens.

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Learn How to Teach Instead of Punish

Aug 24, 2020

Shape behavior with effective discipline.

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Starting a Conversation With Your Teen Part 2

Aug 24, 2020

Tips for difficult conversations with teens.

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