Parenting expert Mia Redrick is an author, lecturer, radio personality, personal coach and mother of three young children. She is a leader in the push for the self-care of mothers, and shares her wisdom on how to raise children without sacrificing personal needs.

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Teen Dating, Sex and Abuse

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POSTED July 9, 2:42 PM

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Teen Research Unlimited was commissioned by Liz Claiborne and loveisrespect.org, which runs a dating abuse hotline, to conduct a survey on the status of dating and abuse in teen relationships.

The survey revealed the following startling statistics:

* 69% of teens that had sex by the age of 14 reported some type of sexual abuse . 33% of this group indicated that they experienced physical abuse in some way.

* 40% of children between 11 and 12 years old reported that their friends had been victims of abuse in relationships.

* 1 out of 5 teens surveyed between 13 and 14 years of age reported that their friends are victims of abuse (e.g., being struck by a boyfriend/girlfriend). Additionally, they reported that 50% of their friends have been verbally abused in relationships.

* 10% of teens surveyed had sex before 14

* 20% of teens surveyed had sex between the ages of 15 and 16

* 1/5 of the teens surveyed said that parents had no idea of the abuse

* 72% of teens reported that boyfriend/girlfriend relationships begin before age 14

* 51% of teens knew the harmful signs of an abusive relationship

* Countless numbers of teens said that they have become victims of abuse using IM, Paging, e-mailing.

The trend toward teen abusive relationship has prompted Rhode Island Attorney General Patrick Lynch to lead an initative with the National Association of Attorney Generals to introduce educational programs in states across the country about preventing abuse while dating.

These statistics are alarming. When teens accept this dating behavior as the norm then the possibilities for healthy and loving experiences diminish. This survey illustrates two important issues: Our teenagers are exposed to abuse more than we know, and 40% of teenagers before the age of 12 are exposed to abuse in relationships.

Weigh In. What do you think about these numbers? What have your teenagers been saying about dating and abuse? What have you seen while observing teenagers on dates? Who is responsible for this current state of affairs?

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What is Mom Coaching?

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POSTED August 27, 1:14 PM

Mia Redrick - Baltimore Parenting Examiner

Last week my family was on vacation at a beautiful, private lake in Virginia. We, as a family, love the water; so, having the opportunity to go boating, fishing and swimming is always a family favorite. As a young girl my dad's family instilled... Read More
Topics: mia redrick , mom coaching , mom coach

Is Your Family Over-Scheduled?

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POSTED August 25, 10:28 PM

Mia Redrick - Baltimore Parenting Examiner

My children will begin the school year in just one week. As we all anxiously await the new class assignments, routines and extra curricular schedules, I am committed to creating a routine that benefits everyone in the family. Already,... Read More
Topics: time management for families

Do You Like Your Children?

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POSTED August 12, 11:20 AM

Mia Redrick - Baltimore Parenting Examiner

Over the weekend, I was speaking with a group of mothers at a birthday party. All the mothers were catching up on what has been happening over the summer with each of our families. During the conversation, one mother asked me, “So... Read More
Topics: Time for mom-me

BackYard Science Days At The Science Center This Weekend

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POSTED August 7, 10:18 AM

Mia Redrick - Baltimore Parenting Examiner

Are you looking for something fun to do this weekend? Well, look no more. This weekend, the Maryland Science Center is conducting Backyard Science Days. Families will have the opportunity to conduct... Read More
Topics: The Maryland Science Center , Backyard Science Days

The Ultimate Play Zone Great Place for Fun!

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POSTED August 4, 11:18 AM

Mia Redrick - Baltimore Parenting Examiner

Summer break will be over in just a few weeks. Last week , I visited a really cool place called the Ultimate Play Zone with my children for a birthday Party for Julia a sweet 5 year old. The Ultimate Play Zone combines inflatables... Read More
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Could another woman breastfeed your baby?

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POSTED July 29, 10:37 AM

Mia Redrick - Baltimore Parenting Examiner

Cross-nursing is on the rise. For those unfamiliar with the term, cross-nursing is when someone other than the biological mother nurses a baby--with permission, of course. There are mixed opinions about cross-nursing. Babytalk magazine conducted... Read More
Topics: cross-nursing , breastfeeding , breast feeding

Wild Lion Reunites With Human Parents-Must-See Clip

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POSTED July 28, 2:12 AM

Mia Redrick - Baltimore Parenting Examiner

This is a short video clip from the Today Show of two British men who were reunited with a lion cub that they raised and released into the wild a year ago in Africa.I found the clip touching and frightening at the same time. Yes, I could understand the... Read More
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Sex, Lies and Video Divorce!

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POSTED July 22, 10:43 AM

Mia Redrick - Baltimore Parenting Examiner

This is a short clip from YouTube of the Angry Divorce Wife Trish Walsh-Smith. The video illustrates Trish discussing embarassing and humiliating information about her ex-husband Phillip Smith, a Broadway mogul. On Monday, July... Read More
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11:00pm Curfew Round-Up: Good Policy for Bad Parenting

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POSTED July 21, 11:16 AM

Mia Redrick - Baltimore Parenting Examiner

The citywide curfew is now being enforced for children 17 years or younger found on the streets after 11:00pm weekdays and 12:00am on weekends. A federal grant now makes it possible to officially enforce this program by picking... Read More
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