Here's one thing the parenting books don't teach you — how to embarrass your child. More specifically, how to embarrass your teen. Whether it's a unique form of punishment or a way to get a laugh, causing your child a little humiliation is part of your job as a parent. But some kids are not as easily mortified, and embarrassing them requires a little extra effort. Fear not, folks! We have 13 ways to turn your teen beet red in an instant. Source: Shutterstock
If they didn't have one, just make up something. Source: ABC Family
For a little extra embarrassment, throw some curlers in your hair. Source: The CW
And we're not just talking about a peck on the cheek. Source: New Line Cinema
Because every teen girl wants to see her mom in a crop top.
Or take a cue from this dad and share a video of your child taking selfies. Source: NBC
You don't have to say anything in particular. The call to attention should suffice.
Trust us — they prefer you act like a mom rather than a friend. Source: Paramount Pictures