Why You Shouldn't Tell Your Kids to Keep Secrets

It might seem harmless to say things like, "Don't tell Mom we ate ice cream for dinner," or "Don't tell your father we stayed up late tonight."

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Family Why You Shouldn't Tell Your Kids to Keep Secrets It might seem harmless to say things like, "Don't tell Mom we ate ice cream for dinner," or "Don't tell your father we stayed up late tonight." But asking kids to keep secrets could lead to some unintended consequences. Here's why you shouldn't tell kids to keep secrets. READ NOW EDITOR'S PICK OF THE WEEK 8 Best Sunglasses for Kids of 2019 READ NOW  › READ THESE NEXT 5 Ways to Prevent Behavior Problems During Summer Vacation READ NOW  › Everyday Habits That Can Help Kids Become Good People READ NOW  › How Pressuring Kids to Get Good Grades Can Have a Negative Impact READ NOW  › You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Verywell Family newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here. A DOTDASH BRAND 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2019 Verywellhealth.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy