Teenagers: Pocket Money If They Have A Job?

[Rouge]

Thats awesome! WTG for your DD, and way to go for you guys... talk about awesome parenting!!!!

[fionas]

Thanks Rouge - TBH we don't feel like we're doing an awesome job but when I compare us with her mum who now expects DSD to send HER money because she (DSD) has got a job, I think we're doing OK!

[Rouge]

Geeze thats a bit rough, I hope you guys put your foot down about that one.

I am lucky to be surrounded by awesome women who parent teens well, so fingers crossed when its my turn it won't be such a bumpy ride.

[fionas]

You'll be fine Rouge because you're a good listener. I think that's the main thing - listen to their concerns and take them into account. If you don't agree, tell them why but always give them a reason rather than "no, just because I said no." I've read a few things by Michael Carr-Gregg and I think he's pretty good.

[Footsteps]

hows your dsd doing? i cant believe her mum even though mines similar in the last 3 years shes borrowed $8000 off me and dp. you sound like your doing a fantastic job and that shes quite mature for her age and a great young lady. xx