The Social Years
“My friends' parents let them.”
What to say
Start here
"I know it feels unfair, but every family is different. Let's talk about why our rules are different, so you understand our decision."
The rest of the script
There's more to this one.
The other 5 steps are in the app, word for word, including what to say when they push back. Eight of the scripts are free in full, and all 35 are $19 once, no subscription. Nothing to download.
Read the rest in the appWhy this matters
When your kid says everyone else is allowed, what they're really asking is why your family is different. So tell them. Give them the actual thing you're worried about instead of a rule. It also means you don't end up arguing about whose parents said yes.
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