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.

Teen Safety Behind The Wheel

May 15, 2020

Offer plenty of parent-supervised driving practice.

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Peek Inside Your 15- or 16-year-old’s Brain

May 15, 2020

Teen brains grow rapidly.

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The Real Drug Talk #2

May 15, 2020

Arm yourself with facts and talk often.

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Give Feedback While Calm

May 15, 2020

Criticism is received best when delivered in a calm manner.

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Three Self-Compassion Activities

Apr 03, 2020

Take a break for some self-kindness.

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You Are Your Own Best Friend

Apr 03, 2020

Shed self-criticism. Treat yourself well.

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