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.

“No” Is a Complete Sentence

Oct 13, 2022

A simple way to teach your teenager how to say “no.”

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The Sex Conversation

Oct 06, 2022

Create a zero shame zone when answering your teen's questions on puberty and sex.

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Teaching Teens to Say No

Sep 29, 2022

Help your teen get in front of their fears by teaching them to offer alternatives.

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Getting Teens to Talk

Sep 22, 2022

Having trouble getting your teen to join in the conversation?

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Rules Are Not Restrictions

Sep 15, 2022

Set rules that your teen will follow.

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Volunteering Loves Company

Sep 07, 2022

Encourage your teen to give back by volunteering as a family.

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