Ladies Set the Standards
Some would question whether it is even desirable for a girl to be feminine in a traditional sense,...
That’s No Way to Treat a Lady
The task of teaching your girls to be ladies will be no easy assignment, because our crude and hypersexualized...
The Indispensable Mom
Ever since the word got out that I was writing this book about girls, readers have been sending stories...
You are the Boss
One could draw the conclusion that because attachment is so important, mothers and fathers have to...
No Substitute for Time
Being a father and a type A personality myself, I look back on my parenting experiences and recall...
Kids Are Growing Up Even Faster
Question: I was at the mall the other day where there were hundreds of kids hanging out. They were...
Early Puberty in Girls
Question: What are the implications of early versus late sexual development for girls? Is one more...
Unusual Young Girl Problems
The next two questions were sent by parents who asked for medical information about their girls. I...
Weight And Puberty Onset in Girls
Question: I would like for you [Dr. Dobson] to elaborate on your statement that the timing of puberty...
Girls Growing Up Too Fast
Question: I am twelve, about to be thirteen. I have a boyfriend, and we want to kiss. I wish I could...
Using Technology as a Family Friend
Before my daughter was married, we took one last vacation as a family. While at dinner one evening,...
Use Technology to Help Safeguard
While technology can be a foe, it can also be a great family friend. I’d like to highlight a...