Top 10 Posts of 2016: #6 19 Things I Hope I’ve Taught My Daughter Before Her 18th Birthday

by ParentCo. December 28, 2016

number six in light blue color

Mother and daughter going for a run on misty morning

19 Things I Hope I’ve Taught My Daughter Before Her 18th Birthday

by Randi Mazzella

In just a few weeks my daughter will turn 18 years old. In the eyes of the world she will officially be an adult, even though she will always be my child. I have had 18 years to raise her and I think I did a pretty good job.

But as the days tick down until she’s all grown up, I’ve started to wonder if I really have instilled the life lessons she needs to be successful. My dear daughter, here are the 18 things I hope I've taught you in your 18 years of childhood.

Keep Reading




ParentCo.

Author



Also in Conversations

grandmother with grand daughter
How Parents Can Help Kids Thrive at Grandparents' House

by Charlie Fletcher

Grandparents can be an invaluable positive influence on your children’s lives. They have rich stories, different generational perspectives to share, and a huge amount of love to offer. 

Continue Reading

new born baby
An Acronym To Help You Get through the NICU

by Georgina Jones

If you're in the NICU right now, I know you don’t have time—or headspace—for a long, wordy article. So here's a little acronym to help you get through: NICU.

Continue Reading

mother with daughter
Life Saving Ways to Save Energy as a Special Needs Parent

by Angela Pruess

If there’s a common variable that all special needs parents would agree to experiencing, it would be that they are exhausted. Here's how to care for you.

Continue Reading