RAISING HER CONFIDENTLY | Connecting with Teens, Parenting Styles, Family Communication, Raising Teen Daughters

Are you walking on eggshells around your teenage daughter? Are you frustrated by her eye-rolling, her talking back, or plain disrespect?  As part of our TOP % Favorite Episode series, I want to equip you with strategies and skills to have these open conversations with her not only through the summer months but throughout the year.  We are equipping with 4 tips that can help you "fix it" which may...

If you have a daughter born between now and 2010, you’ll want to listen to this episode.  We’re diving into this fascinating world of Generation Alpha.  As part of our TOP % Favorite Episode series, I want to equip you with strategies and skills to have these open conversations with her not only through the summer months but throughout the year.  Hear all about this generation here!! Are you looki...

Do you worry about your teen girl’s self-esteem? Do you wish your teenage daughter just knew how beautiful she already is? Do you find her constantly comparing herself to other’s expectations? Today I want to walk you through building self-esteem and confidence in our tween and teen girls. As part of our TOP % Favorite Episode series, I want to equip you with strategies and skills to have these op...

Do you feel like you have to carefully measure every word with your teenage daughter… because you never know what might set her off? Maybe you’re exhausted from the mood swings, emotional explosions, shutdowns, or feeling like every conversation turns into conflict. Mom, you are not alone. In today’s episode, we’re talking about why so many moms feel like they’re walking on eggshells with their te...

Today I am bringing on Dr Maree Davies on to talk about social media content that may or may not be true.   Fake news, manipulative content and the importance of raising your teenage daughter to be a critical thinker.  Senior Lecturer Maree Davies's teaching and research interests focus on all aspects of teenagers, particularly within the contexts of social media.  She has a particular interest in...

Here's something many moms of teenage girls experience: that defensive wall that pops up when you try to talk to your daughter. Why does this happen? Often, it’s because she’s stepping into her independence, and the way we communicated when she was younger can still trigger that old feeling of being lectured. So, today, I’m sharing three deeper tips to help you break that cycle—and create a bridge...

Have you ever felt that sudden distance as your teen daughter pulls away, and you’re left wondering, “Did I do something wrong? Will we ever be close again?” Today, I want to help you navigate that quiet space, to reassure you that this is just a season. Stay with me, because I’ll share how you can be a steady presence, even when words fall silent.   Are you looking for ways to communicate with yo...

Is your daughter constantly dealing with friendship drama? One minute they’re best friends… the next minute they’re not talking… and somehow—it feels so intense. And as a mom, you’re left wondering: 👉 “Why is this so hard?” 👉 “Why does it affect her so deeply?” 👉 “And how do I even help her navigate this?” Today, we’re breaking down what’s really going on beneath girl drama… and how you can hel...

Have you ever felt like it’s you… versus your husband and your daughter? Like somehow you became the “bad guy”… the strict one… the one who “just doesn’t get it”… While your husband is either too harsh… or way too lenient? If you’ve ever felt alone in your parenting—even while married—this episode is for you. Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up to you...

Have you ever felt frustrated by some of the choices your teenage daughter is making? You can’t believe your teen girl spoke to you that way? And you are sick of her entitled attitude? Today we are going to talk about my upbringing and culturally clashes I had as a teen with my own parents. My hopes is that you walk away with a better understanding whether it be cultural differences or generationa...

Today, I’m going to share five fresh ways you can help your tween or teen daughter feel confident in who she is as she grows. This season is delicate, but the truth is, every small step you take now is planting a seed for her future confidence.   Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up to you? Do you want to understand why is it so hard to approach your g...

Does your teen daughter constantly compare your family with her friend's family? Your daughter comes home and says something like… “Why don’t we do things like their family?” Or… “Her mom lets her…” Or even… “I wish our family was more like theirs.” As a mom of teens, that hurts!   But today, I want to gently shift your perspective… because what if I told you this is actually a really good sign? A...

How is it that I have two teenage daughters… raised in the same home… and yet they are so different when it comes to communication? And today, we’re going to talk about it. Because what if the goal isn’t to get your daughters to communicate the same way… But to learn how to reach each of them in the way they uniquely need? In this episode, we’re diving into how to navigate two completely different...

If your teenage daughter’s attitude feels like a constant trigger for your anxiety, I hear you and see you.. Today, we’re going to talk about why this happens and—more importantly—how to reclaim your peace.   Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up to you? Do you want to understand why is it so hard to approach your girl? Are you stuck on how to approach...

Want to connect better with your teen girl? Do you wish she would open up to you more? The tween and teen years can feel like someone swapped your open, chatty little girl for a high-security not going to say a thing vaut.  On this 300th episode, yes 300. I’m sharing my Top 5 Tools to bridge the gap and build that open communication we all crave. Are you looking for ways to communicate with your g...

Today, I’m joined by Genia Enders, Conscious Coach and founder of Journey With G. Genia guides moms back to themselves, helping them reconnect with their inner guidance, emotional balance, and sense of self so they can show up more intentionally in their lives and in their parenting. You can find Genia here .    Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up to...

If you have a teenage or tween daughter, you already know this truth: The girl who used to laugh at everything you said… now looks at you like you’ve personally embarrassed her just by existing. And that can sting. As moms, we don’t just miss the laughter — we miss the connection. We miss feeling like we’re welcome in their world. And when the tension starts creeping in, it’s easy to either try to...

Are you in the sandwich season of raising a teen and caring for your aging parents?  Do you feel like there is so much going on that you hardly have any time for yourself? Today I have Dr Alison Alford on as we discuss this unique season of being a parent to growing children and meeting the needs for our elderly parents.   Allison Alford is a clinical associate professor in the Department of Infor...

Today, we're diving into a crucial and often overlooked topic: how our past experiences with our own moms can shape our relationship with our daughters. Many of us carry patterns and triggers from the past, and today, we'll explore how to recognize these triggers, understand the patterns, and adopt strategies for self-reflection to build a healthier bond with our daughters.   Are you looking for w...

Sibling RIVALRY - need I say more?  Today, we’re diving into a topic that many parents of teenagers can relate to: building strong, healthy bonds between your teenage daughter and her siblings. It’s no secret that the teen years can bring some distance and tension between siblings, and as parents, it can be tough to navigate. But I’m here to share some insights and practical steps to help foster t...

 Connecting with our teenage daughters during these years can sometimes feel like a puzzle. We want to understand them better, but sometimes our efforts can unintentionally create distance. That’s why today, we’re focusing on something a bit different. Instead of just offering you strategies, we’ll explore three simple questions that you can ask yourself to create a more genuine and effective conn...

Do you find yourself frustrated with waking your daughter up in the morning? Are you concerned about her self-confidence or the positivity of her outlook on life? Do you wish you could help pivot her attitude in a more positive direction? If so, you’re not alone. Today, we’re diving into five simple yet powerful daily habits that can help our teenage daughters build confidence, consistency, and a...

Do you walk on eggshells around your teenage daughter?  Does your teen girl tend to be emotionally explosive?  Are you frustrated by her attitude and drama? Today I have Sara Lewis Hartley on to talk about this very topic. Sara is a mom of 2 neurodivergent boys, healthcare executive, children’s author, and certified ADHD & neurodiversity coach. She is the creator of the ALIGN Parenting Method™...

If you’re listening today and thinking, I just want better conversations with my daughter… less tension, less correcting, and more connection, you are not alone. Today’s episode is all about choosing a word of the year as a family—and how this one small shift can create cohesiveness, clarity, and intentionality without power struggles, lectures, or constant reminders. Are you looking for ways to c...

Today, we’re talking about something I know so many moms of teenage daughters  feel deeply: “I just wish I knew what was going on in her head.” Because let’s be real — our girls used to talk to us. When they were little, there were no filters, no hesitation, no second-guessing. They’d talk our ears off about everything — their thoughts, their feelings, their dreams, their fears. But then… the shif...