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Sep 12, 2016
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Kids and grown-ups judge best age for first job, first kiss, and more
September is a month of "firsts" for many school age kids, but there are some rights of passage - such as the first sleepover - that adults and kids can't agree on which age is most appropriate.
LEIPZIG, SAXONY - MAY 17:  Two girls in black clothing refresh their make-up during the traditional park picnic on the first day of the annual Wave-Gotik Treffen, or Wave and Goth Festival, on May 17, 2013 in Leipzig, Germany. The four-day festival, in which elaborate fashion is a must, brings together over 20,000 Wave, Goth and steam punk enthusiasts from all over the world for concerts, readings, films, a Middle Ages market and workshops.  (Photo by Marco Prosch/Getty Images)
Two girls in black clothing refresh their make-up. A new poll looks at Americans' "firsts" - including the first time people wore make-up.
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September is a month of "firsts" for many school age kids, but there are some rights of passage - such as the first sleepover - that adults and kids can't agree on which age is most appropriate.

September is a month of "firsts" for many school age kids, but there are some rights of passage - such as the first sleepover - that adults and kids can't agree on which age is most appropriate.

For instance, when it comes to wearing makeup, a survey conducted by The Harris poll found that Americans - on average - say a kid should be nearly 15 years old before venturing into Sephora. However, teens say they started wearing makeup at 13. The survey asked about first dates, first kisses, first jobs, and more.

What ages do you deem most appropriate?

Guest:

Betsy Brown Braun, child development and parenting expert; best selling author of "Just Tell Me What to Say: Sensible Tips and Scripts for Perplexed Parents" (HarperCollins)

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