Good Places for a Teenage Girl & Her Mom to Go Together

The relationship between a mother and her teenage daughter is a unique one. It can be strained at times, as you balance the complex role of friend versus mother. According to ProfessorsHouse.com, the most important aspect of a solid relationship with your daughter is honesty, but you can help build a strong rapport with your teenage daughter by spending time with her and doing a variety of activities.

  1. Shopping Mall

    • Teenage girls usually enjoy shopping for clothes and accessories. Take your daughter to the mall for a girls-only shopping trip. Find a mall or outlet center nearby and plan a day there. Start the morning with coffee and breakfast and then head to the mall. Before you go, discuss which stores you want to go to and spend time while you shop talking to your teen about school, her friends and what is on her mind. Try to be supportive and helpful while she's picking out and trying on clothes.

    Pottery Painting Store

    • Find a pottery painting store and take your teen daughter there on an evening or weekend. Research locations in your area and take advantage of any specials such as "ladies night." Take your teen to the shop and select a piece of pottery that you can paint together or one for each of you, such as a vase, bowl or mug. You might want to write your names on the pieces and the date your painted pottery. After the shop fires the piece, you'll have an everlasting memory of your time together. You'd be surprised; she may even want to take it to her first apartment one day.

    Garden Store

    • Choose one weekend day and take your teen to your favorite garden store. Select a special flower or tree to plant in your yard that represents your relationship. Purchase any other planting materials you need for this project. Go home and plant your special garden item together, teaching your daughter about the process of gardening. If you like, place a plaque or stone to honor one another near the plant. Enjoy watching the plant grow, just like your relationship with your daughter. If you choose, assign your daughter the task of watering, fertilizing and caring for your new plant.

    Community Event

    • Choose a community event that interests both of you. Research volunteer opportunities in your area and select one to attend. Examples might include participating in a charity walk or run, serving a meal at a soup kitchen or organizing a fundraising event. This volunteer activity not only allows you to spend time with your teen but also sets a good example for the importance of helping others and giving back to your community.

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