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Am I raising a video game addict?by Mary Follin and Erika Guerrero Read more ASK MOM on Fredericksburg Parent & Family THE PROBLEM: I’m afraid my son is addicted to video games. He’s twelve, and he’s a sweet boy, but he only seems to be truly happy when he’s...
by Mary Follin and Erika GuerreroRead more ASK MOM on Fredericksburg Parent & FamilyTHE PROBLEM: I often think my youngest (8 yo) child seems overwhelmed living at our house. We’re a close family, but a loud one. My husband and I have seven kids, two dogs, and a...
Daughter won't do what she's told, mom sick of itby Mary Follin and Erika GuerreroRead more ASK MOM on Fredericksburg Parent & Family THE PROBLEM: My daughter (she’s 11), will never do what I tell her to do. I’m not particularly demanding, but if I ask her to...
Son picks on younger sibling, mom worried about psychological impactby Mary Follin and Erika GuerreroRead more ASK MOM on Fredericksburg Parent & Family THE PROBLEM: My older son (14) picks on his little brother (9). It’s not out-and-out bullying, just...
Toddler has anxiety, mom at wit's end by Mary Follin and Erika GuerreroRead more ASK MOM on Fredericksburg Parent & Family THE PROBLEM: My three-year old daughter has been diagnosed with anxiety. Her doctor says he is seeing anxiety and depression show up in...
Terrified of Kids Onlineby Mary Follin and Kristi CrossonRead on Fredericksburg Parent & Family magazineTHE PROBLEM: There are some kids (boys and girls) who are picking on my daughter, mostly online. I’m physically sick about it. I know this is supposed to be...
Daughter Too Shy to Speak Upby Mary Follin and Kristi CrossonRead on Fredericksburg Parent & Family magazine THE PROBLEM: I am worried about my 6-year old daughter who always ‘hangs back’ whenever other kids are in the room. When someone brings a new game or toy...
Mom obsessively worries about her kids, can't get comfortableby Mary Follin and Erika GuerreroRead more ASK MOM advice. THE PROBLEM: I’m always worried about my children. I have four of them, so I’ve got plenty to worry about. I keep expecting to get a phone call from...
Depressed Teen Tries Out for School Play and Doesn't Make Itby Mary Follin and Erika GuerreroRead more ASK MOM advice. THE PROBLEM: My 14 yo son has struggled with depression since he was 9, and for whatever reason, nothing seems to work out for him. He tried out for...
Kid Upset by Change, Frustrated Mom Tired of Tantrums by Mary Follin and Erika GuerreroRead more ASK MOM on Fredericksburg Parent & Family THE PROBLEM: My child gets upset when his routine is disrupted. That was okay when he was little, since his dad and I had a...
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ASK MOM offers parents and caretakers two perspectives on today’s child-rearing issues--one from a mom with grown children, the other from a mom raising small children. If you're looking for creative solutions, or your mom isn't around to ask, drop in!THE ISSUE: I’ve...
by Mary Follin and Kristi Crosson ASK MOM offers parents and caretakers two perspectives on today’s child-rearing issues--one from a mom with grown children, the other from a mom raising small children. If you're looking for creative solutions, or your mom isn't...
Am I Raising a Bully?by Mary Follin and Kristi CrossonRead more ASK MOM advice. THE PROBLEM: My oldest son (11 yo) is mean to his younger brother and sister. He calls each of them a derogatory nickname and constantly makes fun of them. He even shoves them a little...
Daughter assumes the worst, turning into negative personby Mary Follin and Erika Guerrero THE PROBLEM: I am worried about my daughter (15 yo), who always expects the worst. She has a long list of things she’s sure isn’t going to happen, like getting invited to a...
My Daughter Repulses Other Kidsby Mary Follin and Kristi CrossonRead more ASK MOM advice. THE PROBLEM: My daughter is desperate for a friend—even ONE friend would do—but every time another child pays attention to her (which is rare), my daughter does something to make...
Spoiled daughter turns nose up at gifts, makes mom feel bad in front of family by Mary Follin and Erika GuerreroRead in Fredericksburg Parent & Family MagazineTHE PROBLEM: After this gift-giving season, I can see I need to do something about my daughter’s...
Afraid My Baby Will Grow Up Like Meby Mary Follin and Kristi CrossonRead more ASK MOM advice. THE PROBLEM: My childhood was the kind you want to forget. (Abuse, neglect, you name it.) I’ve been able to escape it, and by some miracle, I married a nice guy who treats me...
Mom over-praises daughter, daughter craves approvalby Mary Follin and Erika GuerreroRead on Fredericksburg Parent & Family magazine THE PROBLEM: I’ve always been one to praise my daughter. I love her for who she is, and I want her to love herself, too. But I’m...
Mary is the author of TEACH YOUR CHILD TO READ and ETHYR, winner of the Moonbeam Children's Book Award and the Gertrude Warner Book Award. She is mom to two grown sons and enjoys sharing her more seasoned perspective with parents of younger children.
Erika Guerrero is a freelance hair and makeup artist, Erika K. Beauty, single-mama to one amazing boy, and author of She’s Not Shaken, a blog offering hope and encouragement to women in all walks of life.
Suzanne Johnson, mother of five children and grandmother of eight, is an illustrator, book cover designer, and author of the Realms of Edenocht series.
ETHYR
M.P. Follin
Gertrude Warner Book Award
Moonbeam Children's Book Award
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