Since my daughter turned nine, she has added another hour that she could sleep until. Now, at the age of 12, she will sleep undisturbed until noon. I’m worried for her 17 year old self. While my tween’s increasing ability to sleep-in has become a joke in my house, biologically she’s a normal child. Studies… [Read More]
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Reduce Back-to-School Tween & Teen Stress
At this point after Labor Day it seems that all kids are back to school in some way or another – be it via year-round schooling, home schooling or standard classes resuming after the summer. In my casa we’re just trying to get our groove back as the saying goes. The stress level is at… [Read More]
Benefits of Swimming for Kids
When I was a tween, my parents introduced me to the world of competitive swimming. I swam on a team for eight years of which I dedicated close to 10-15 hours in the pool per week if not more. It was difficult, I had to sacrifice birthday parties, weekends, hanging out at school. I also… [Read More]
You're invited: FPL's #EasyToSave Twitter Party
This is part of a sponsored collaboration between Latina Mom Bloggers and Florida Power & Light (FPL) Company. However, all opinions expressed are my own. As summer vacation comes to an end, it’s time to start thinking about back to school. At home we’re trying to start the year off right by teaching our teens and… [Read More]
[#Shopping] Top Trends for Tweens & Teens
How the Ford Trends Conference Got us Thinking About Our Future Disclaimer: The Los Tweens & Teens team was invited to experience the Annual Ford Trends Conference. All opinions are certainly our own. Trends are not always easy to spot, especially for parents that can benefit from knowing the latest trends impacting their tweens and… [Read More]
Let's Talk About Water Safety this Summer
Summer is here, and there is no better activity than swimming, playing in the backyard pool, the lake or on the beach. Before you enjoy the water you may want to consider this statistic: According to the Florida Department of Health, Florida ” has the highest unintentional drowning rate in the nation for the 1–4 year old age group in… [Read More]
Microsoft Stores Teach Parents and Tweens
Microsoft is opening it’s 94th store in Miami tomorrow and I had the opportunity sit down with the store manager and the general manager of communications strategy for an in-depth conversation. Throughout both interviews it became clear that the focus of Microsoft stores is to teach parents, tweens and the community they serve. Microsoft Store… [Read More]
Ford ‘Drunk Suit’ Aims to Prevent Teen Drunk Driving Accidents
Los Tweens has partnered with Ford to share information on the “drunk suit” that aims to prevent teen drunk driving accidents. Ford is a sponsor of Los Tweens however all opinions are our own. Car accidents are the leading cause of death among teens in the U.S. Add alcohol and the statistics become even more… [Read More]
How To Choose the Right Summer Camp
Summer is almost here, so it’s time to think about summer camps! As a parent we draw from our personal experiences when choosing a camp for our children. The wide range of camps offered now can make it harder to choose the right summer camp for your child. The question is how do we choose… [Read More]
[Ask Lina] Any tips for moving with tweens and teens?
“Ask Lina” is a special editorial series where we invite you to send us your parenting questions in the comments below and our teen & tween emotional expert, Lina Acosta Sandaal, gives you tips that will help you navigate these crucial “in-between years.” Planning a move is tasking; when it comes to those in the… [Read More]
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