Parenting Teens with Annie and Simona

The transition to high school can often be an emotional rollercoaster for both parents and their children. The question submitted from our community for this episode was: Both of my kids have now entered high school, and it feels like a lot of change and a massive transition for all of us. It almost feels like a loss, and I keep thinking that it's all happening too fast. Do other people feel this...

How do you support anxious children without reinforcing their anxiety?  It's natural to want to alleviate your child's distress, but sometimes, the well-intentioned actions we take can inadvertently perpetuate their anxiety.  In this episode,  a concerned mother shared her experience of her 13-year-old daughter's escalating anxiety. She asked: "My 13-year-old has always been a bit a...

Back-to-school season is a time of mixed emotions for many parents and teenagers. In this episode, we're taking a break from interviewing experts and instead reflecting on our own experiences as parents during the back-to-school season.  Tune in to hear our candid conversation and see if our experiences resonate with you as we cover topics like: ✅ Parental feelings and emotions and the chall...

In a world where social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok dominate the lives of teenagers, it's not surprising that skincare trends and quick fixes can spread like wildfire. Teenagers are often bombarded with skincare advice, DIY remedies, and products promising miraculous results.  However, the truth is that navigating the journey of teenage acne requires more than just the latest vi...

In parenting teenagers, a conundrum that often arises is balancing fostering healthy habits and navigating the evolving preferences and influences that come with adolescence.  This is especially true for one parent that asked, "Help! When my kids were younger, I was pretty mindful about buying good stuff. Now I feel like I've lost all control. How can I get my kids to use more non-toxic produ...

Join us as we candidly share our parenting journey and discuss the joys and anxieties of seeing our children grow more independent and how it mirrors the growth of our business.  Tune in for our juicy insights on:  ✅ Thrilling and nerve-wracking changes in our tweens and teens ✅ Balancing personal growth and desires while supporting our kids' transformative years ✅ Embracing self-care...

Have you ever heard the saying FOMO? How about JOMO?  Do you ever feel like you're losing the battle against your kid's screens? Are you struggling for solutions to find balance in a wired world?  Take FOMO - fear of missing out - and flip it on its head - that's the joy of missing out.  JOMO, the joy of missing out on the right things, means deliberately avoiding life-taking things...

Have you heard about the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) and how it helps regulate a child's nervous system?  Are you interested in learning about this therapeutic intervention and how it can support your teenager's mental and emotional well-being?  Niki D'Agostino, a neuroplasticity coach, is joining us today to discuss the science of neuroplasticity, specifically the Safe and Sound Proto...

Don't we all crave connection and attention from our kids as they age? Parents want a meaningful connection with their kids, but it gets more challenging as they become more independent.  In today's episode, our community question centers on attachment parenting.  What is attachment parenting? What does a healthy attachment relationship look like for tweens and teens?  And is there...

Do you struggle with getting your children to have better food choices?  Are you facing challenges when it comes to your children's eating habits?  How can we promote a healthy relationship with eating while navigating the influence of diet culture?  Discovering effective ways to nurture healthy eating habits in children is an ongoing challenge for many parents.  Dr. Jillian Mu...

In this episode, we share our personal stories and the motivation behind our mission.  As parents ourselves and working mothers, we know what the journey is like, and we share your struggles in raising teenagers.  Join us in this conversation and find out:  ✅ Our back story - how we met and where we started ✅ The ups and downs of parenthood ✅ Balancing career and parenting ✅ Why...

Are you feeling alone in your journey of parenting teens?  Do you find yourself struggling with your teen's behavior and not knowing what to do?  Are you experiencing a sense of separation from your teen and longing for a deeper connection?   Welcome to the Parenting Teens podcast, hosted by Annie and Simona, co-founders of Ramp, Nutritional Products for Teens.  In this podcast...