Parenting Teens: Advice Redefined for Today's Complex World

#advocacy, #selfadvocacy, #IEP, #specialeducation, #parentingteens Advocacy, Guilt & the Dream‑Team: Raising Neuro‑Diverse Teens with Confidence In this raw, unfiltered conversation, host  Cheryl Pankhurst  sits down with  Criss Madrigal , a Sacred Alignment Coach and mother of three—including identical twins with complex medical needs. They unpack what  true advocacy...

#TeenageParenting #CoParenting #StepParenting #BlendedFamilies When love brings two families together, the road can feel like a minefield—especially when teens are in the mix. Cheryl sits down with step‑parenting veteran Richard Ramis to unpack the hidden dynamics of blended families, share hard‑won lessons from his own 23‑year marriage, and reveal the core tools from his new book ...

#backtoschool #parentteacherinterviews #parentingteens Back‑to‑school season is in full swing and the dreaded parent‑teacher interview is right around the corner. In this  uncut, un‑edited solo episode , Cheryl shares the exact steps you need to turn a 5‑minute “speed‑date” with teachers into a powerful partnership that empowers  your teen  and  protects your sanity...

#co‑parent #abusiveex #teen #domesticviolence #family court In this raw, un‑filtered conversation, host  Cheryl  sits down with  Sybil Cummins , L.P.C., survivor‑advocate, founder of  Rising Beyond Power & Control , and host of the  Rising Beyond  podcast. Together they unpack the hidden trauma of  moral injury  that parents feel when court orders force...

#ParentingTeens, #MomGuilt, When the demands of parenting neuro‑divergent children collide with the everyday needs of a neurotypical teen, guilt can feel overwhelming. In this raw, heart‑opening conversation, Criss Mavrigel—a sacred‑alignment coach, mom of three (identical twins with 22‑deletion syndrome and a 16‑year‑old son) —shares how she moved from “surviving” to thriv...

#ParentingTeens #MindfulParenting #SelfCareForMoms When the school day ends, the homework starts, the grocery list never shrinks, and the “me‑time” you promised yourself feels like a distant memory—how can you stay calm, present, and energized? In this raw, un‑edited WTF episode, I share the mindfulness practice that has kept me centered for years and show  how a single minu...

When a teen loses a parent, sibling, friend or even a cherished adult, the ripple‑effects can feel overwhelming—for the grieving teen and the parent who is also mourning. In this raw, real, and honest conversation, grief‑advocate  Dr. Jerry Woodbridge shares how faith, storytelling, journaling, and intentional listening can help families navigate the chaos of loss. 🔹 What you’ll learn...

#ParentingTeens #HardConversations #SpeakYourTruth Do you keep replaying that one hard conversation in your head—‑the talk you’ve been avoiding with your teen, your partner, or even your boss? In this raw, heart‑centered episode, Cheryl Pankhurst shows you how to stop waiting for the “perfect moment,” step out of the vortex of fear, and speak your truth —in‑person, wi...

Feeling a surge of fear when your teen pushes boundaries or takes a leap? You're not alone. In this episode of Parenting Teens Advice Redefined, host Cheryl Pankhurst shares a deeply personal story about her 33-year-old daughter announcing she was going skydiving. Cheryl reveals how, instead of spiraling into panic, she tapped into the "work" she's been doing – meditation,...

 Reclaiming Parenthood: It's Not Them, It's You  Welcome to another episode of "Parenting Teens Advice Redefined for Today's World." In this uncut, unedited, and unfiltered episode of our spinoff series, WTF? (Welcome to Friday), we dive deep into the heart of modern parenting. Join me as I share my personal journey from feeling lost and disconnected to reclaiming m...

 #ParentingTeens #DigitalParenting #TeenPhoneBoundaries Welcome to another insightful episode of "Parenting Teens: Advice Redefined for Today's World." In this episode, we dive into one of the most significant parenting moments of our generation: giving your child their first phone. We explore the challenges and responsibilities that come with this decision and provide practical...

 #ParentingTeens #EmotionalRegulation #WTFPodcast  When Silence Speaks: Managing Emotional Triggers in Parenting Welcome back to WTF, where we redefine what it means to parent teens in today's world. In this episode, we dive into the emotional whirlwind that can arise from something as simple as a missed text from your child. Join us as we explore the power of self-reflection and emo...

#ParentingTeens #TeenTexting #IKnowThatK I Texted My Teen and All I Got Was "K": Navigating the Teenage Texting Maze Welcome back to another episode of "Parenting Teens Advice: Redefined for Today's World." In this episode, host Cheryl Pankhurst dives into the perplexing world of texting with teenagers. Have you ever sent your teen a heartfelt message only to receive a sing...

   #ParentAdvocate #SpecialEducation #SchoolSystem #ParentingTeens In this episode of WTF: Welcome to Friday, we dive into the world of special education and the unique challenges parents face when advocating for their children in the school system. Drawing from over 25 years of experience in both public and private education, Cheryl shares her insights on how to effectively navigate the...

 #ParentingTeens #CoParenting #DivorceSupport #TeenParenting #FamilyDynamics #ParentingAdvice #Teenagers #ParentingTips #CherylPankurst #InsightToImpact In this solo episode of "Parenting Teens Advice Redefined," host Cheryl Pankurst delves into a deeply personal and crucial topic: navigating divorce and co-parenting in today's complex world. Drawing from her own experiences and...

#ParentingTeens #SleepSolutions #cherylpankhurst #parentingteensadviceredefindedpodcast In this episode of WTF (Welcome to Friday), host Cheryl Pankhurst dives into the frustrating world of sleep struggles, especially for those navigating the challenges of parenting teenagers. Cheryl shares her personal journey with sleep issues, from trying various remedies like magnesium, melatonin, and CBD oil,...

#ParentingTeens #TeenAdvice #RichardRRamos Welcome to another enlightening episode of "Parenting Teens: Advice Redefined for Today's Complex World." In this episode, we dive deep into the heart of parenting with our special guest, Richard Ramos, founder of Parents on a Mission and author of the impactful book by the same name. Richard shares his journey from growing up in Northeast L...

#ParentingTeens #FreshStart #SchoolTransition #TeenSuccess #IEP #SpecialEducation Fresh Starts and Setting Up for Success: Navigating School Transitions for Teens with IEPs Welcome to another episode of Parenting Teens Advice Redefined, the WTF series! In this uncut and unedited episode, we dive into the challenges and opportunities that come with transitioning your teen to a new school. Whether y...

  #ParentingTeens #TeenYears #DontTakeItPersonally Navigating the Teen Years: Don't Take It Personally Welcome to another episode of Parenting Teens Advice, redefined for today's complex world. In this special Friday WTF edition, we dive into the transformative power of not taking things personally as a parent. Discover how shifting your perspective can change your relationship with y...

#ParentingTeens #TeenMentalHealth #selfharmprevention Welcome back to another transformative episode of "Parenting Teens: Advice Redefined for Today's Complex World." In this episode, we dive deep into the world of teen mental health with our extraordinary guest, Iuri Mello. Yuri is a licensed clinical social worker, father of five, and the co-founder of School Pulse, a pioneering st...

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https://www.instagram.com/love146  Navigating the Complex World of Child Trafficking with Erin Williamson In this eye-opening episode of "Parenting Teens: Advice Redefined for Today's World," we delve into the critical issue of child trafficking with Erin Williamson, Chief Program and Strategy Officer at Love 146. Erin brings over 20 years of experience in trauma-informed preven...

Rewriting the Stories in Our Heads: Parenting Teens with Compassion  Welcome to another episode of WTF, the spinoff series from Parenting Teens Advice Redefined. In this extended Friday episode, your host Cheryl Pinkers dives deep into the stories we tell ourselves and how they impact our parenting. Inspired by the recent conversation with Jay Ado, Cheryl explores how these narratives, often...

Transforming Stories: Empowering Parents and Teens with Jay Ado Welcome back to another enlightening episode of "Parenting Teens: Advice Redefined for Today's Complex World." In this episode, we delve into the transformative power of storytelling with our special guest, Jay Ado, a children's book author, practical philosophy teacher, and creator of Conscious Bible Stories. Jay sh...

#ParentingTeens #EmbraceFailure #GrowthMindset #ResilientTeens #ParentingAdvice #TeenDevelopment #LifeSkills #EmpowerTeens #WTFPodcast #WelcomeToFriday Welcome to another episode of WTF: Welcome to Friday, the spinoff series from Parenting Teens Advice Redefined for today's complex world. In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of failure and its crucial role in our kids' developmen...