Sure, you have different tastes in clothes and different views when it comes to things such as curfews and household chores, but you and your mum may be more alike than you think.
So, why not sit your mum down and ask her some of these burning questions? Your worlds may not be as far apart as you might have thought.
About boys ...
- How old were you when you had your first kiss?
- Who was your first boyfriend and how old were you?
- How long were you with him for?
- Who was the first person to break your heart?
- How many boyfriends did you have when you were at school?
About body stuff ...
- How old were you when you first got your period?
- Did you and your mum talk about boys and sex and stuff?
- How big were your boobs when you were my age?
- Did you get many pimples when you were growing up?
- Were you happy with your body when you were my age?
- Did you do much exercise?
About school ...
- What group were you in at school?
- What were your school marks like?
- Did you get along with your teachers?
- Did you win any awards when you were younger? What were they for?
- What sports did you play at school?
About friends ...
- Who was your best friend when you were a teenager?
- Did you have any enemies?
- What did you and your friends do on weekends?
- When did you lose touch with your school friends?
About responsibility ...
- How much board did you have to pay each week?
- How old were you when you first moved out of home?
- Who taught you how to cook?
- How many attempts did it take you to get your driver's licence?
- How long did it take you to learn how to drive?
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