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Women wanting to look younger is not new.   Teens and young women feeling the need to start the anti-aging process this young, is concerning. Today's pressure to look good, stay in shape, keep up with the stylish trends including hair color, having their manicures and pedicures, is all part of a society of needing to fit-in and feel good about themselves. Self-esteem is a large part of teens making good choices.  It is common knowledge if you feel good about yourself and your appearance, you are probably happier in life and able to make better decisions. Why is this generation so consumed with looking young at a young age ?  Is it the media?  Is it the movies and celebrities ?  Or is it simply the trend of this decade? In reality girls - women, as well as men want to look good at all ages.  However turning to plastic surgery or Botex at young ages may not be in the best interest of the patient.  Does your teenager really need Botox...

From Florida to Memphis, Tennessee the Parent Teachers Association covers our nation through education, parents, teachers, children and our community. June 10th launched the 114th National PTA Convention .  Karin Brown is the President of the Florida PTA and is representing our state.  She was honored this morning as the President of the PTA, Chuck Saylor, introduced each representative from all over the country. Parents Matter is one of the themes at the convention.  Don't fret the sweat is part of being a parent and helping your child surf through the journey of adolescents.  Body odor is not a topic that is always on a parents "talking points" however when puberty hits, it is an issue that needs to be addressed. When tweens, teens or even children that are starting younger, parents are encouraged to talk to your kids about finding the right deodorant for them before teasing or even bullying starts due to body o...

I found a cool website for teens and parents. BodiMojo – promoting teen health, nutrition, and body image. Read more! BodiMojo will be a premier nutrition, fitness and body image website built with teens, for teens, and focused on integrating online & off-line activities in fun and motivational way. Teens told us what they wanted and we listened. BodiMojo will include elements of music, interactive tools, games, vids, creativity, community building, contests, original content and customized user pages for teens. BodiMojo will also offer its users new technology for fitness tracking and mobile motivation. BodiMojo philosophy is simple: Health Can Be Cool Nutritional experts, health professionals, fitness gurus along with our participating teen users will develop stories, articles, information, graphics, videos, interactive features and more. This current site will provide information and updates on the development of the full BodiMojo website as well as receive content submissions ...

Sarah Maria is a body image expert and has an exciting new book coming out, Love Your Body, Love Your Life . Take a moment to visit her website at http://www.breakfreebeauty.com/ and learn more about overcoming eating disorders and empowering your life and the life of your teenager. Body Image in Teens By Sarah Maria If you're in high school, most of your friends are probably on a diet. A recent study shows that 90% of junior and senior girls are on a diet regularly, even though only 10-15% are actually overweight. The modeling industry also promotes the idea that you need to diet and exercise religiously. Fashion models are actually thinner than 98% of American women. An average woman stands 5'4" tall and weighs about 140 lbs, while the average fashion model is a towering 5'11" tall and weighs under 117 lbs. In reality no amount of dieting, exercise and discipline can earn you a magazine cover-ready body because those photos have been Photo Shopped, doctored an...

Source: Connect with Kids New Modesty Movement “What we are struggling with is a limitation in the marketplace that makes it impossible for our girls to dress modestly.” – Brenda Lord, organizer, Modesty in the Mix fashion show Like most 17-year-old girls, Amber Heaton loves to shop. But unlike many girls her age, she prefers a more modest look. “I usually go for things that don’t show your midriff; things that have sleeves on them and not too low in the front either. And, I don’t wear short shorts or short skirts,” she says. Amber is a part of a growing movement. She recently modeled in a fashion show featuring “modest” clothing. The show has sparked nationwide interest to host similar events. Organizers have even launched a petition aimed at retailers. “We’re not trying to enforce any sort of a dress code or restrict anyone’s right to dress any way they like,” says Brenda Lord, organizer of the Modesty in the Mix fashion show, as well as the petition. “What we are struggling with i...

Debra Beck is an author and mentor to parents, teens and families. Her Blog offers sound and real advice with today’s teens. As always, I enjoy sharing these informational articles, thoughts and ideas on parenting. Check out Debra’s book, My Feet Aren’t Ugly . By Debra Beck This is such a tough time for parents, even if you understand what is going on, it can be heartbreaking. Usually around 12-15 years old depending on the teen, he or she will start pulling away from parents, this is a normal, healthy stage in adolescent development. The teen will pull away from parents as he or she attempts to develop their own identity. It is a natural process for the preparation of leaving the nest. I remember my oldest daughter and I were very close, we spend a lot of time together, and we talked about everything. When she was 13 years old, she started spending more time in her bedroom on the phone, more time with friends and most all communication was off with me. I used to go open her bedroom do...

Oh, I love getting introduced to new websites, books and more that help parents today with their wonderful children that have reached teen-hood. Debra Beck is an author and mentor helping parents understand peer pressure , bullying , self body image and other issues that our kids face today. The following article, written by Debra Beck , is an example of the vital information she has to share with others. Are We Training Teenage Girls to be Great Deceivers? by Debra Beck I read all these articles about keeping a close eye on our teens, to make sure they aren’t making any bad decisions and they are safe. I listen to parents discussing the same issues. How close is too close and what are we teaching our teens, without even knowing it? We read her journal, get on to her My Space account, and listen in on her private telephone calls. Are we sending a message that we care or are we sending a message that we don’t trust our kids? There’s a fine line between trusting your teenage girls and s...

This can be a hot topic today - each parent has their own beliefs, however learn more about getting tattoo’s and important information for keeping it safe. Source: TeensHealth It seems like everyone has a tattoo these days. What used to be the property of sailors, outlaws, and biker gangs is now a popular body decoration for many people. And it’s not just anchors, skulls, and battleships anymore — from school emblems to Celtic designs to personalized symbols, people have found many ways to express themselves with their tattoos. Maybe you’ve thought about getting one. But before you head down to the nearest tattoo shop and roll up your sleeve, there are a few things you need to know. WHAT IS A TATTOO? A tattoo is a puncture wound, made deep in your skin, that’s filled with ink. It’s made by penetrating your skin with a needle and injecting ink into the area, usually creating some sort of design. What makes tattoos so long-lasting is they’re so deep — the ink isn’t injected into the epid...

Source: TeensHealth What Is a Body Piercing and What Can You Expect? A body piercing is exactly that — a piercing or puncture made in your body by a needle. After that, a piece of jewelry is inserted into the puncture. The most popular pierced body parts seem to be the ears, the nostrils, and the belly button. If the person performing the piercing provides a safe, clean, and professional environment, this is what you should expect from getting a body part pierced: The area you've chosen to be pierced (except for the tongue) is cleaned with a germicidal soap (a soap that kills disease-causing bacteria and microorganisms). Your skin is then punctured with a very sharp, clean needle. The piece of jewelry, which has already been sterilized, is attached to the area. The person performing the piercing disposes of the needle in a special container so that there is no risk of the needle or blood touching someone else. The pierced area is cleaned. The person performing the piercing checks ...

As school is open throughout our country, teens all over will have to confront peer pressure and in many instances, it involves their body image. Do they fit in? Are they too heavy? Too thin? Parents need to be aware of their kids and how they are feeling about themselves both emotionally and psychically to help prevent peer pressure from controlling their teen's behavior. Body Image in Teens by Sarah Maria If you're in high school, most of your friends are probably on a diet. A recent study shows that 90% of junior and senior girls are on a diet regularly, even though only 10-15% are actually overweight. The modeling industry also promotes the idea that you need to diet and exercise religiously. Fashion models are actually thinner than 98% of American women. An average woman stands 5'4" tall and weighs about 140 lbs, while the average fashion model is a towering 5'11" tall and weighs under 117 lbs. In reality no amount of dieting, exercise and discipline can...

Sarah Maria is a body-image expert and personal empowerment specialist who helps people love their bodies no matter how they look. She leads workshops internationally and works one-on-one in consulting sessions to assist people in overcoming hatred and dissatisfaction with their bodies using holistic healing and spiritual principles. She's a certified meditation teacher, Yoga instructor, and Ayurvedic Lifestyle Counselor. Contact her at Contact her at sarah@breakfreebeauty . Be sure to sign up for her Newsletters and Radio Show at http://www.breakfreebeauty/ - you won’t want to miss how you can start believing in yourself and empowering yourself and your teen to feel good about who you are. Body Image in Teens If you're in high school, most of your friends are probably on a diet. A recent study shows that 90% of junior and senior girls are on a diet regularly, even though only 10-15% are actually overweight. The modeling industry also promotes the idea that you need to diet a...