My ten year old boy is out with friends. It’s his first kids-alone-on-bikes outing. I’m a little scared, a little proud, and doing my best not to worry.

  • telllos@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    It’s great, don’t stress too much. As a kids we were out all the time starting when we we’re 6-7. When my 10 years old started going outside with friends. It was a big relief for me.

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      1 year ago

      Yeah, I had a similar childhood. I think he’s ready for it. I’m almost ready for it. Almost.

  • SpaceBar@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    Don’t worry. Your son is acting normal.

    Its normal to worry, but its very normal for your son to experience some freedom.

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      1 year ago

      Yeah, he’s old enough that he can be trusted out on his own. I know he’s fine. But it’s hard not to worry, just a bit.

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    1 year ago

    I’m sending my 10yo on a flight to their grandparents by themself this summer. Gaaaah

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      1 year ago

      Airlines are really good with unaccompanied minors. Or they were when I was a kid. Good luck!