Dads are often puzzled when it comes to their daughters. In speaking with

teen girls, here's what they'd like their dads to know:

1. The media and TV tell us how we need to look in order to be considered
attractive; we need you to love us for our minds, not just our looks.

2. Accept that we are going to have boyfriends; being overprotective makes
us feel you don't trust us.

3. We may have a big fight with our friends and threaten to never talk with
them again, but that doesn't mean that the friendship is over.

4. Shopping is an event, not a task; please be patient and if you must comment,

let it be positive.

5. When we talk to you about a problem, we want you to listen carefully,
not rush in to fix it.

6. There will be times when we just want to talk to mom; be thankful. You're
better off not knowing what it's about.

7. If a boy calls or comes over, don't scare him away; act normal and stick
to talking about sports; please don't share embarrassing childhood stories.

8. A bad hair day IS a big deal. You may never understand that and you don't
need to - it just is.

9. Our room is our private space. It's best to let us decorate it in our
own unique way. And please, no snooping.

10. We feel pressured enough about doing well in school and would
appreciate more encouragement and less criticism. Believe in us!

Happy Father's Day,

Barbara

Teen Advice Parenting

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