When your teenager falls in love: What parents need to do

When teens declare they’re “in love,” experts say parents should stay calm, build trust, and use empathy to guide them through first romance.

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A recent post on a popular Facebook group for mothers of teenagers sparked debate after one parent shared her shock when her son announced he had a girlfriend.

The post drew hundreds of comments, with many mothers admitting that teenage romance is a common yet unsettling milestone in parenting. Most confessed they were unsure how to handle it, often choosing to step back and wait for the “love bug” to fade as their children grew older.

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