I saw this on Good Morning America...
http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/BeautySecrets/story?id=4881675&page=1
When I was eleven year old, there was always that one girl who acted too old for her age. But now, it seems common for young girls to be old for their ages. I think kids should be kids, not miniature adults. When I hear stories like this, it makes me dread having my own children.
Also, what are these parents thinking? My parents - old fashioned as they were - were always insistent that I stay my age. Why are so many parents out there allowing their young daughters to be overly concerned with their appearance before they should be? It boggles my mind
The simple mother-daughter stress-reducing day at the spa — complete with perfect manicures and pedicures — has morphed into a full-fledged booming beauty business.
Giving young children a trip to the spa is a growing trend among parents.
Some spas now are giving their tween clients resort-type treatments and pint-size pampering. The offerings go beyond the typical painted nails.
Catering to a kid's every possible desire, some spas have stepped up their tween care by offering hair highlights, microdermabrasion and bikini waxes for girls as young as 11 and 12.
"I feel it's part of hygiene. When it's appropriate and they need to, they'll be doing it," said Kelly Burrus, mother of 11-year-old Bella Burrus.
http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/BeautySecrets/story?id=4881675&page=1
When I was eleven year old, there was always that one girl who acted too old for her age. But now, it seems common for young girls to be old for their ages. I think kids should be kids, not miniature adults. When I hear stories like this, it makes me dread having my own children.
Also, what are these parents thinking? My parents - old fashioned as they were - were always insistent that I stay my age. Why are so many parents out there allowing their young daughters to be overly concerned with their appearance before they should be? It boggles my mind