Summer is here, which means that kids find themselves with more free time to spend with their friends. Late night parties, campouts, and sleepovers are what childhood memories are made of and, as parents, we need to ensure that all those memories are good.
Does your child know what to say if a situation is making them uncomfortable? Do they have a plan of action they can implement if necessary? It’s important that you have this difficult talk with your child before allowing them to go to even the most trusted friend’s house for a playdate or sleepover without you.