Since parents are the #1 influence on their kids’ decisions to drink- or not to drink- alcohol, we can’t afford to ignore this topic in our homes. There’s no bad time to talk about underage drinking prevention to keep our kids safe. Parents are the leading influence regarding decisions about underage drinking, but they and…
talking to kids about alcohol
What You Say When Your 9 Year Old Asks for a Beer
“When do I get to have a beer?” our almost ten year old daughter asked as we were standing in the line for $5 beers on a gorgeous first day of fall that also marked the last Washington Nationals game of the season. Looking her in the eyes, I said very matter of factly, “Alcohol…
