Posts From: August 2010


Watch Annie’s tips and tricks for beating the back-to-school blues.

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Often on my show, I answer questions from viewers. I recently tackled three excellent questions:

  • How do I discourage people from kissing my newborn without offending them?
  • How do I balance my child’s safety with her need to run around and explore her environment?
  • How do I handle other mothers or caregivers who try to discipline my child?

For my answers, check out the video below.

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Hi Ann,

My daughter is about to be 13 and is going through some major changes in her life. She just started middle school and overnight went from my little girl to a teen who doesn’t want her Mom around. I don’t know how much is normal growing up and distancing, and I don’t want to smother her, but I also need to be sure I know what she’s doing.

Are there any books you can recommended that I read for this age group? I have a son who is 14 but he hasn’t had the same dramatic changes.

Thanks in advance for any guidance you may have.

~Marci

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