Would your parents allow you to do this/ Would you allow your daughter the following ...?

So i want to go to the seaside for a weekend with 8 friends (girls+guys), I’m 17 years old and i dont understand that my mom can really deny me of this..can she? What are some good excuses that will comfort her and make her realize that everything will be fine?

Answer #1

Your almost 18 she can’t really stop you.

Answer #2

I live in New York and I know the legal age is 17 if you want to move out or what not, so you can go, without her stopping you. Just let her know that u have your phone on you and you can call whenever to make sure your ok

Answer #3

I’m sorry to say this but she can stop you. I’m 17 and my mom gas stoppe me from doing things. One way for her to let you go would show her a detailed plan of what you would be doing and like all that you would be safe and stuff. I tell my parents who are driving and who I’m gong to be with. That usually works and if they feel safe with you going.

Answer #4

I make good grades and I’ve never gotten in trouble with the authorities or anything like that so when my parents get a little iffy about things that I wanna do i just simply tell them to trust me…so unless you have like a history of doing bad things then just simply tell your mom that she needs to trust you.

Answer #5

When I was 17 – no. My parents would have never allowed me to go for a whole weekend away with friends. They wouldn’t care if they knew my friends very well and if they knew a trusted adult was there at all times, but otherwise I wouldn’t be going. I’m not too sure if I’d be comfortable with it myself either. I may be a little old fashioned, though.

As for whether or not they can stop you.. I guess that all depends. I believe the legal age in Belgium is 18. If this is the case then yes, they very well could stop you. If you live under their roof, though, I wouldn’t really be rebellious anyways. If they set rules and you live in their house, you should respect them and follow their rules.

As for your last question, you could offer to call her each day and let her know how things are going. You could let her know who the 8 kids are. You could also tell her what the plans will be. This doesn’t guarantee a “yes”, but it may help.

Answer #6

If its a rebellious thing, than she should hold you back as only a loving mom would. If she thinks she can trust you, she might loosen her grip on you. However, she is gonna worry. 17 year olds dont have a good reputation going for them in the respect of good choices.

Answer #7

your old enough to make your own decisions the only problem would be losing her trust.

Answer #8

Uh… I went on a bicycling/camping tour with (all female) friends when I was 15.

If I had a daughter, I’d allow her to go to short trips alone, at 14++. I have sons I’ll allow them to go at 14++. Provided I know where they are going and with whom, and if they carry a mobile where they can call me and I can call them. IF THEY ARE USUALLY RESPONSIBLE. But of course, that entirely depends on how the kids behave.

If I had an irresponsible kid and I’d expect that they would drink or - worse - use illegal substances OR if they had been on a trip before and disappeared, switched off the mobile and never let me know where they were, I would not allow them to go.

Answer #9

Almost 18 and 18 are two different things

Answer #10

My parents did let me do things like that, but its not something they have to allow, and as you are a minor they can refuse to let you. Thats just the way it is.

Answer #11

Just be obediedient she wants best for you but if you really want to go show her that your mature she said no so say ok mom I understand & say no more & MAYBE later on or the next day or w.e she might change her mind but dont insist because then she going to get annoyed by you & think your immature instead ,,, hope I helped :)

Answer #12

Sorry I dont know how to spell obedient

Answer #13

Reverse the roles you be the mom and your daughter wants to go on a trip with guys and girls to the beach? what would you be thinking? even if you are almost 18 you should make responsible choices to show that ur able to care for yourself

Answer #14

No mine probably would not allow me to go to such a thing especially knowing how teens are like. You aren’t legal yet so there really isn’t much you can do unless you can manage to convince them.

Answer #15

My parents wouldn’t let me, because until i was old enough to fully take care of myself they wouldn’t let me go anywhere without an adult because they wouldn’t want me to have to end up taking care of a kid. it’s completely logical if there aren’t any adults. A bunch of teens together without supervision is just asking for trouble.

Answer #16

My parents wouldn’t let me, because until i was old enough to fully take care of myself they wouldn’t let me go anywhere without an adult because they wouldn’t want me to have to end up taking care of a kid. it’s completely logical if there aren’t any adults. A bunch of teens together without supervision is just asking for trouble.

Answer #17

Honestly, just because your 17 does not mean you get to do whatever you want. Some parents WILL use the phrase “Until your 18, you do what I say, my house my rules.” Now BECAUSE your almost 18, your parents should be a little less strict on you, unless you’ve given them a reason not to. Just ask if you can go, and if they say no, then just deal with it. It’s good to show that you can handle being mature, show that you’ve grown alot, and deserve having some leisure. They WILL notice it, and take note of it for the next time you ask for something.

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