Tag: Sexting

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  • Parenting Tips on Sexting

    With Representative Anthony Weiner's texting escapades all over the news it is a good time to revisit the issue of sexting with your kids. I just wrote a post on teenage sexting to help us better understand the issues. Here are some additional tips on sexting to get you started:

    • Ask your child if they have ever received or seen a sext. Is... 
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  • Teenage Sexting: How to Respond?

    With Rep. Weiner's texting incidents all over the news, how should I talk to my kids about it?

    Susan, Washington

    Susan, Great question. With politicians and teens alike making headline news for inappropriate and crude texting, the word "sexting" is fast becoming a critical part of the 21st century parenting lexicon.... 

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