Family Talk

Squeezing in time with all your friends and family during the holidays can be overwhelming, especially if you’re hosting. Try to take a deep breath and cherish the time you have together, and don’t forget to take a minute to put your feet up! #parentingtips #selfcare

It’s important that your child have the confidence to say ‘no’ when offered alcohol underage. Allow them to practice this skill by honoring their choice when they respectfully decline your invitation to the store or a second helping at dinner. #parentingtips

The holidays are full of opportunities to connect as a family. From group trick-or-treating to themed movie nights and pumpkin carving, having fun together builds trust. #familytime #happyhalloween

Being attentive to your kid’s relationships can lead to more informed conversations as a family. Offer to host movie night, make dinner for the group or ask what activities interest your teen most! #parenthood #movienight

Kids look to their parents as examples. Be consistent with your rules about underage drinking, no matter the occasion. #momlife #dadlife

The need to encourage your kids doesn’t stop when they learn to walk. As children grow up, the support they crave evolves but doesn’t go away. ❤️

Taking care of yourself enables you to be the best parent you can be. From walking the dog to reading a book, what are some everyday ways you stay balanced? #metime #parentingtips

Consistency helps reinforce expectations. Check in with the parents of your children’s’ friends to ensure you’re on the same page when it comes to underage drinking. #momlife #dadlife

The Family Talk About Drinking Program challenges traditional parenting models by asking open ended questions that foster deep connections. Learn more at the link in our bio ☝️

It’s important to stay connected when your older child leaves home. Small cards, goody boxes, or even a thoughtful text message can help bridge the distance. #backtoschool #parentingtips

At this age, kids are paying just as much if not more attention to what we do, than what we say. Learn more about the 3 stages of parenting through the link in our bio. #parentingtips #parenthood

As the school year begins, let's keep this trend going by continuing to have conversations with our teens about the dangers of underage drinking. Check out the link in our profile for guidance! #parenthood #parentingtips

Up to age 7, children are concrete and literal by nature. Create clarity and set boundaries with firm, straightforward statements like, “Underage drinking is against the law.” #parentingtips #parenthood

Hearing your child’s point of view doesn’t mean you have to agree with them or even say they are right, it simply establishes that they’re a person that needs to be heard. 🎤 #parentgoals

In the facilitator stage of parenthood, asking open-ended questions as opposed to yes/no questions is the key to setting kids up for success. What are some questions you’ve used to spark important conversations with your child? ⬇️ #sharingiscaring #parenthood

Sometimes different families decide to enforce rules differently. Be direct with your approach to underage drinking to avoid mixed messages. #parenthood

Parenting is a lot of work, and so is growing up! This summer, include your child in the important ritual of relaxation. 🏖️ #parentgoals #summerbreak

At this age, our goal as a parent is to take a step back and start asking open-ended questions. Try “Who will you call if there’s drinking at the party?” instead of yes/no questions like, “Will the parents be home for this party?”. #parenthood #parentgoals

You can help your teen navigate peer pressure by giving them opportunities to grow their confidence at home. Don’t jump in right away if they’re struggling with a chore. And most importantly - let them know how you’ve accomplished something you weren’t sure you could. #parentgoal

Keep talking to your kids AND LISTENING to what they have to say. Together, we can keep underage drinking trending down. #activelistening #parentgoals