but I often feel uncomfortable giving advice to those older than me in a subject I don't feel I'm doing very well at.
My 7 year old son has provided me with wisdom from time to time. I wouldn't worry about it. If you aren't sure, just ask it as a question and let the other person decide.
Me: 45 W43 S7, Foster S9 (Planning to adopt post divorce) D mentioned Feb 2015, Wife served 3/24/2015. She moved out 4/15/2015.