What are 3 things your son needs from mom and dad?

What is it that you wanted from your parents when you were a teenager?

A teenage boy needs a mother and father who accept him for who he is and wants to become. He needs your unconditional love and encouragement to explore ideas and create his own identity. Assist him in developing the life he wants and offer resources for him to thrive.

A few more things to think about are …

Be a good example.

Many young people learn by watching others, especially parents. Children learn social skills, manners, respect and confidence by watching their parents. They almost watch your every move, what you do and how you do it, whether it's eating, exercising, drinking, driving, or wearing a seatbelt. They also watch how you deal with emotions and how you treat other people. The experiences children have with their parents will affect how they behave. Research also shows parent’s behavior has one of the biggest impacts on a teen's behavior and when parents are good role models, teens do better in life.

Help your son on the journey to becoming a man.

There are so many young men who have yet to feel as though they know if they are becoming a man or when it’s the moment they become a man. It is one of the most important questions a man tries to answer and learn throughout his life.

The definition of becoming a man is widely different. If a parent is brave enough, they should ask their son what he thinks being a man means.