A recent survey of more than 800 moms* showed that 93 percent of them have already had the “big” conversations with their child about drugs, alcohol and smoking, but day-to-day conversations were hardest to navigate. Overall, moms felt least prepared to talk to their children about makeup (33%) or to talk with a child who wants to forego glasses for contact lenses (21%).

Self-esteem tied to physical appearance is one example of an issue affecting a teen’s self-confidence and performance. However, parents that have “daily talks” with their teens can make a positive impact for the future. For tips on how to get started, consider speaking with an outside party, such as a pediatrician or eye care professional, as they can help provide answers while also giving teens another impartial, but credible source of information.

Another way to positively impact the future is by taking advantage of the SofLens® Daily Score Sweepstakes currently live at www.soflensdailyscore.com. Enter daily through 9/30/2011 for your chance to win one of 100 weekly SofLens sports tote bags, or the grand prize of a $5,000 scholarship!

WD-40 Company and the BMX Pros Trick Team are again giving action sports enthusiasts an opportunity to ride like the pros by giving away five Mirraco BMX bikes in the WD-40®/BMX Pros Sweepstakes.

The sweepstakes, which lives at bmx.wd40.com , is free and runs through June 27. On the site, visitors can also watch an exclusive video featuring professional riders Austin Coleman, Rob Nolli and Dustin McCarty, and download a “tips and tricks” sheet with pointers about bike safety and maintenance. For official rules and to enter the WD-40/BMX Pros Sweepstakes, visit bmx.wd40.com . Entrants must be at least 14 years old.

Sponsor: WD-40 Company and the BMX Pros Trick Team
Ending Date: June 27, 2011
Entry Frequency: Daily
Prize: Five Mirraco WD-40 themed BMX bikes
Who May Enter: US residents age 14 or older.

WD-40 Company and the BMX Pros Trick Team are giving action sports enthusiasts an opportunity to ride like the pros by giving away five Mirraco BMX bikes in the WD-40®/BMX Pros Sweepstakes.

The sweepstakes, which lives at bmx.wd40.com , is free and runs through April 5. On the site, visitors can also watch an exclusive video featuring professional riders Austin Coleman, Rob Nolli and Dustin McCarty, and download a “tips and tricks” sheet with pointers about bike safety and maintenance. For official rules and to enter the WD-40/BMX Pros Sweepstakes, visit bmx.wd40.com . Entrants must be at least 14 years old.

Here’s the information in a condensed format:
Sponsor: WD-40 Company and the BMX Pros Trick Team
Ending Date: April 5, 2011
Entry Frequency: Daily
Prize: Five Mirraco WD-40 themed BMX bikes
Who May Enter: US residents age 14 or older.