Can a 12 year old go to the mall alone?

It’s developmentally normal for a 12-year-old to want to spend time with her peers, Wallace says. “While you want to encourage that, the reality is that stuff does happen,” Wallace says. “Know your own kid. One child may be OK to go to the mall on her own at 12, and another child might not be OK at 14.”

Is it weird to go shopping by yourself?

Provided you don’t feel the need of a second opinion (I don’t), shopping alone is the most peaceful and efficient way to shop. You are free to spend as much time as you like in a store or an area of a store without someone else wanting to move on.

Should I let my 14 year old go to the mall alone?

Yes as long as she stays in the mall and stays with her friends. Make sure she has a cell phone with her so that she can call you in an emergency.

Should I allow my 13 year old to date?

The first time you hear your tween mention that they are “dating” someone, can be a little unnerving, but developing a romantic interest in another person is a normal part of growing up. … And, if you 12-year-old or 13-year-old has no interest in dating, don’t worry. There is no rush when it comes to the dating world.

How do you hang out at the mall?

Spend your day with friends in your mall’s arcade, go window shopping, eat at the food court, or just hang out and chat. If your mall has a movie theater, you guys could also watch a film.

Are mall dates fun?

Shopping dates can be a great time but not if you spend either hours looking for one thing! … So long as you can do that successfully, shopping dates can honestly be a whole lot of fun. Don’t take the day too seriously, enjoy spending that time together and get creative with whatever it is you’re searching for.