When Your Kid’s Friends Worry You

The Puberty Podcast by This Is So Awkward

May 19, 202661:02Kids & family

Friendship choices are a huge part of growing up and can shape kids in great (and challenging ways.) When parents are concerned about friends it’s hard to know if another kid is a “bad influence” or just part of a normal...

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