First Comes Love: Surviving Your Child's Romantic Milestones

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First Comes Love: Surviving Your Child's Romantic Milestones

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Dr. Michele Borba on Feb 10, 2009 at 3:08PM

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a Dr. Michele Borba on Feb 10, 2009 at 3:08PM

These days, cupid’s arrow is hitting a lot sooner than parents may think—or are even prepared for. Here’s a quick guide to living through—and surviving—your child’s first romantic encounters.

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