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By GalTime Teen Expert Jennifer A. Powell-Lunder, Psy.D.

Mom and Dad Parenting StylesWhen you say 'no' they run to him because they know he will say 'yes.' They finally begin to follow the rules, but he never follows, let alone enforces them. You can't even count the times you have sat down with him to discuss how important it is to present as a unified front.

He always agrees with you and promises to follow through. This, however, rarely happens. You are worried about the mixed message you are sending your kids. You are also tired of always being the bad guy.

You are beginning to think you should just throw in the towel and give in. You have, however, seen the result of permissive parenting; teens who grow into young adults ill prepared for the realities of a rule bound world where expectations are high and tolerance for anything less are low. You, therefore, realize giving up is not an option you can comfortably accept.

Related: 7 Toxic Parenting Styles: Ae You Guilty?

What can you do? You

By GalTime Teen Parenting Expert, Barbara Greenberg, PhD

Body Dysmorphic Disorder

Dear Dr. G.,

I am at a loss here. My beautiful 17-year-old daughter is now complaining that she doesn't like her body. The truth is that she has a beautiful figure.I never heard her complain about her body until we recently went to purchase some bathing suits and she came out of the dressing room complaining that she looked fat in each bathing suit-all eight of them. Truth be told-I was a little jealous of just how good she looked in each one of them.

I am 47 years old and am constantly told that I look great but I too feel that I could be thinner. I work out several times per week but I just don't look as good as I did at my peak.

I do NOT want my daughter to develop an eating disorder. Even though, I am critical of my own body I have never been anorexic.

Dr. G., please tell me how to convince my daughter that she looks wonderful. It is very hard for me to sit back and hear her say that she doesn't like her

By Dianne Venetta, GalTime Garden Guru

Heirloom Tomato It's time to buy your seeds! If you haven't been seed saving, that is. Now mind you, for those of you who are saving seeds I completely understand how you could become so excited over your tomato crop making sauce and ketchup that you completely forgot to save a few ripe tomatoes for the purpose of saving seeds. Yes, you plopped them right into the boiling water for skin removal without even thinking. It happens. It's okay. More Roma tomato seeds are on my list, too.

But take heart! You're enjoying the thrill of gardening, reaping what you sow and cooking the dickens out of it. For my raw food fans, the concept remains the same. Chopping seeds in your Cuisinart isn't helpful for seed saving so slow down…take a deep breath and think before you throw the switch. :) I'm just sayin'...

Keep in mind when the seed catalogs arrive and you eagerly run to the mailbox (or jog-ice tends to be slippery) and pull out those gorgeous pages filled

By Beauty Expert David Pollock for GalTime.com

Spring Secrets for Healthy Hair Every year, millions of us kiss winter good-bye with our annual spring-cleaning. We give our homes a nice deep cleansing and we open up the windows to air things out. We do this to feel new and fresh again.

Now that you've cleaned up your home, how about cleaning up your hair? That's right; the harsh winter months take their toll on our strands, leaving them dry and damaged. And it's important to do something about it! Here are a few "spring secrets" for shinier, more manageable hair.

Step 1- BRUSH OUT THE OLD: Gather up all of your brushes and combs. You may notice that the bristles have a dull look, this is because of split bristles, the buildup of oils from your hair, and all the styling products.

Related: Insider Beauty Tricks

Look through your brushes. Split bristles can damage beautiful hair. Old brushes are susceptible to bacteria - including ringworm. So, throw away and replace the worn out brushes.

1. Fill

By Patricia Conte for GalTime.com

Two is always better than one! Ready to hit the gym or head off to the trail? Going it alone is fine, but when you workout with a friend, in a group class or join a training team, you might find it easier to reach your fitness goals.

See You Then
Think about what it's like when you're scheduled to meet someone: even if you feel a little less-than-thrilled to head out, you know someone is waiting for you. "Working out in a group provides support, accountability, and structure," says Lynne Vaughan, Chief Innovation Officer of the national YMCA. "People don't want to let their buddy or group down, which is terrific in terms of adherence to an exercise routine."

I Got Your Back
Todd A. Astorino, assistant professor of kinesiology at California State University-San Marcos says that exercising with a partner, whether it's a spouse, brother or friend, helps to build relationships. You and your partner will be able to celebrate each other's accomplishments, too. It's

By Authors Shannon Duffy and John Zakour for GalTime.com

Packing for the Hospital

A few weeks before the due date, it's wise to go ahead and pack a hospital bag, just in case Mother Nature decides to initiate labor early.

We've come up with a few key things to consider when packing for a stay in the maternity ward.

She Says: You'll need a small suitcase or duffel bag that's easy to open to access your belongings. You really won't need to take much with you, but do make sure that you bring a going home outfit for your new baby and an outfit for him or her to be photographed in at the hospital if you opt to purchase the hospital portrait.

Something to keep in mind, even if you had a sonogram done and found out the sex of the baby, it's wise to also pack an outfit for the opposite sex, just on the off chance the sonogram was wrong.

It doesn't happen often, but it could happen and you probably don't want to have little Henry's first photo to be taken with him wearing a pink frilly dress; so do

By GalTime Relationship Expert Jane Greer, Ph.D.

PR PhotosRecently engaged Halle Berry and Olivier Martinez are still in the midst of their romance, so the question of who makes the first move toward sex is probably a nonissue for now. But give it a little time.

Sometimes all it takes is one rejection for people to start keeping score of who initiated and when. The big question is, how much does it matter?

For many people, that first overture toward intimacy holds a lot of meaning because it is proof of your partner's love and your desirability. When that person don't make a move, it can leave you feeling unwanted and asking: Is it me?

Because this could lead to your getting angry or sensitive, you might decide to hold back from initiating making love yourself. Before you know it, you can be in a sexual standoff.

Related: How to Initiate Sex

Don't take it personally. There are many possible reasons your partner isn't in the mood that have absolutely nothing to do with

By Jessica Conway, GalTime.com

Work BagShopping for a bag can be totally overwhelming - we all have our purse-onal list of requirements! Thanks to Regina Gardiner, People StyleWatch Accessories Editor, your never-ending search for the perfect carry-all just got a whole lot easier!

A Work Bag that Works: Make sure your office tote has pockets and/or compartments to keep you organized on-the-go, and enough room to fit all of your daily items. Also, try for a more structured, polished shape in a neutral color. Because you'll be using it every day, this is the bag to invest in! Look for quality stitching and workmanship, as well as a durable material.

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Kate Spade Gold Coast Maryanne Tote, $478

A Wallet for the Weekend: A clutch with a detachable strap is great for going out because you have the option to wear it over your shoulder. Make sure it fits your phone, lipstick, money and credit cards, or else you'll be totally frustrated! Though box-shaped and envelope clutches are