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Tips to Help Shyer Kids Feel More Comfortable in Social Settings

Posted: February 18th, 2010 by Michele Borba


QUESTION: “We have an eleven-year-old son who is extremely shy. Whenever we introduce him to new people, he barely acknowledges their existence and looks so uncomfortable. If  another kid tries to have a simple conversation with him, he becomes almost mute. What can we do to help him feel more confident with people—especially those his [...]



Signs of eating disorders & 6 ways to curb troubling trend #BBParentingSolutions

Posted: February 7th, 2010 by Michele Borba


“An eating disorder? Impossible!” “Not my daughter!” Disbelief is usually our first response when we read the headlines about anorexia, bulimia and binging. But the fact is at least ten percent of all adolescent girls suffer from eating disorders. Boys now make up about 30 percent of younger children with eating disorders. The disease has [...]



Michele Borba Blog: 5 Secrets to Stay Connected and Even Civil With A Teen

Posted: January 31st, 2010 by Michele Borba


Last year your daughter was so sweet, suddenly she has an “attitude.”
Two months ago your son was your best bud, now he treats you like you’re totally “uncool.”
Welcome to the world of parenting a teen. Throw out any of those child-rearing manuals you’ve used in the past. For these ages you need a whole new [...]