Ive allowed my teenage daughter to have a "boyfriend". But what is a good age to actually let her date unchaperoned?
13 Answers to "Ive allowed my teenage daughter to have a "boyfriend". But what is a good age to actually let her date unchaperoned?"
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Depends on your daughter how mature she is. You can't chaperone her for ever, it will only make her a laughing stock. If you given her a good groundng you just have to trust her
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Probably some age past 16.16 but closer to 17!
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whenever they feel caged, lay back for a bit and let the poor thing enjoy life and experience love. u shouldn't get involved unless she finds someone who's obviously unhealthy for her. end of story lol
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18 (legal age).
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When she turns 30 (says the father of a teenage daughter)
Seriously, I think 16 is the age that we'll start to allow that. The obvious instinct is to protect them, but by the same token, you are preparing them for the real world. I think it's best to let them start that transition with some parameters while still living under your roof as opposed to just letting the world hit them in the face all at once when they leave the house.Like (2)
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lol typical =)
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I suppose a lot would depend on if you know the boy or not and just exactly what the date is. I took 15 year old girls to school dances when I was 16.
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a funny story about that...
my brother's daughter was pushing the idea of dating on him...
so he told her that if she wants to date... she must be either:
a) be on her own or
b) be willing to pay for her dates and all the consequences that come with dating and relationships...Like (2)
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That is funny. She hasnt brought up the subject yet but I know its coming. After all she is 15. Im thinking when she is 16 and can legally drive in case something happened while she was out.
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keep in mind, that a car is also another place where bad decisions can happen.Like (1)
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Chaperone dates from like maybe 12-13 or 14. Group dates chaperoned until 16, then a mixture of group dates and single dates until the age of 18. Have them call you or text you when they have done with whatever acitvity they do and to call before they come home, or notify when they're gona be later and WHY.
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If you are asking, it's because you are not sure. If you cannot trust your own daughter... could you trust the advice of a bunch of strangers? I say, follow your instinct: If you think she needs a chaperone, provide one. If in doubt, provide one. Leave her alone ONLY if you trust her 100%: It is easier to regret a bad date than a pregnancy.
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We cover up the fact that we ourselves have no business dating unchaperoned with marriage licenses and babysitters. Admit your mistake, namely her, and you have a talking point.
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Posted by Conaie Jul 26th, 2011 at 2:33PM
the best time to encourage her to date is when you sence she has gain some maturity. Signs to look for : if she isnt easy to be lead thats a plus (a follower not a leader), that she has a mind of her own and that she is clear on her goals in life and doesnt allow having a boyfriend to interfere with her priorities. The truth is mom you cant stop her, even if you tried, so dont cage her up just be ready to have close mother and daughter talk, make ur self available and easy to talk to and be around so if she has any challenges she will ask you and then you can direct but no point holding her in a cage. it gets worse years to come. Good luk
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