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

This season is not just about gifts or gatherings or decorating the house… It’s about remembering that God stepped into our world to be near us — and we get to reflect that same closeness and love to the ones in our home. So today, I want to give you three simple, meaningful ways to live out “Emmanuel — God with us” inside your family this Christmas. Are you looking for ways to communicate with yo...

Do you worry about your daughter's nutrition? Frustrated by her food choices?  Does she your teen girl have an unhealthy relationship with food? Carrie Lupoli, founder of Disruptive Nutrition, shares her insight on how to guide your girl with seeing food in a healthy and non-shameful way.   Carrie’s expertise extends to empowering parents of teenage girls to navigate the complexities of body image...

Today we’re going to talk about four ways to connect with your teenage daughter in ways that feel natural, authentic, and not forced. Ways that feel like exhaling, not performing. And then at the end, I’m going to give you a couple of really helpful conversation tools — so you can connect in a way where she feels seen and safe, rather than judged, corrected, or “talked at.”   Are you looking for w...

Wondering why can't your teen girl keep herself organized? Frustrated by her lack of skills in areas you know your teenage daughter should already know? Dr Anna Levy-Warren, clinical psychologist, founder of Organizational Tutors and mom of teens, talks about navigating the teen years: executive functioning-based strategies for thriving through more freedom and independence and less structure, whi...

It’s so easy to get caught up in the chaos of life — the schedules, the moods, the constant running around — that we forget to pause and simply say thank you. But gratitude isn’t just a seasonal thing; it’s a way to reframe how we see our lives and how our daughters see theirs. When we model gratitude, our girls learn that thankfulness doesn’t depend on everything going right — it grows from recog...

If you’re anything like me, your days feel like a juggling act — school drop-offs, work meetings, sports practices, dinner prep, maybe even caring for your own parents. And somehow, in between all that, you’re supposed to find time for you. It can feel impossible to do it all without feeling constantly behind or burnt out. That’s why today, we’re talking about one of my favorite productivity tools...

Confused about when to let you teen girl have a TikTok account?  Is she old enough for an Instagram account? Are you frustrated by your teenage daughter's constant use of her phone? Today I have cybersecurity expert Tom Arnold on with some tips on keeping your teens safe from online predators and the conversations you can have with her.   Tom Arnold (CISSP, ISSMP, CISA, CFS, GCFE-Gold, GNFA, GWEB,...

Remember when your girl was little and couldn’t stop talking? She told you everything — from what her friend said at recess to how her stuffed animal “felt” about nap time. You were her go-to person for everything. But lately… things feel different, right? Conversations have turned into one-word answers. “Fine.” “Nothing.” “I don’t know.” You want to talk, but she seems to shut down. And now, you’...

How much is too much? Specifically, how do you know when you’re supporting your daughter versus when you might be enabling her? We want our teen girls to succeed, to be happy, to avoid pain. We hate watching them struggle, and sometimes… we step in just a little too much. Maybe we finish their homework “just this once” because she’s overwhelmed.  But how much is too much?  I'll give you ways to fi...

Are you frustrated with your teen girl's daily moodiness?  Do you walk on eggshells hoping she won't blow up in an emotional outburst?   Yes, it may be all the teen hormonal changes happening, but what if it was as simple as needing sleep?  Jessica Bryant from the Better Sleep Council is on the show to show her expertise on how you can help your teenage daughter get some better sleep.   Jessica Br...

Do you find your daughter just going along with the crowd?  Does she go with the flow and allow friends to speak for her?  Does your teen girl keep quiet about her own opinions with her friends if she doesn’t agree? Mama, I know your desire is to have your girl be confident in herself and have a voice where she’s unafraid to speak up.  Maybe it’s the one thing that keeps her from having authentic...

Do you ever ask yourself, am I doing things right when parenting your teen? Do you fear messing up and causing irreparable harm to your relationship or maybe your past trauma is causing you to question your own parenting skills? I’m glad you are here today.  I’m going to help dispel this expectation that we need to be doing this right without failure.  The fear of failing may be causing you to sec...

Mom of Tweens! Today, we’re speaking to those of you who are in a brand-new season. Your daughter is no longer a little girl, and she’s not quite a teenager yet. She’s somewhere in that in-between stage we call the “tween years.” And mama, this is where it gets real. Today, I want to affirm you in what you’re noticing, and then equip you with 3 powerful ways to walk into this season with confidenc...

Have those days when our teenage daughters are clearly feeling down, but they won’t open up and let us in? As moms, it’s so hard to see your teen girl hurting, looking sad or withdrawn, and not know what’s going on inside their hearts. She seems to be shutting you out.  Today, I’m going to walk you through some ways you can give her that space and still be present — so she knows you’re a safe plac...

Raising a teen girl isn’t for the faint of heart. One minute you’re laughing together over iced coffee, and the next… she’s rolling her eyes, retreating to her room, or replying with a one-word sentence that somehow says everything and nothing at the same time. Today’s episode is called “4 Tips on How to Communicate in the Same Language as Your Teen Girl.” But before we dive into those four tips,...

We don’t want to yell at our daughters, but somehow, it feels like it’s the only way we’re heard. Maybe you grew up in a home where yelling was the main form of communication, so it feels normal. Or maybe your patience just feels worn thin, and before you know it, you’re raising your voice again. But here’s the truth—while yelling may get an immediate reaction, it doesn’t get long-lasting results....

Today we’re talking about a special group of girls that many moms worry about—the shy and quiet ones. Maybe your daughter doesn’t give you attitude. She doesn’t talk back. She doesn’t cause big explosions in your house. On the outside, that can feel like a relief, right? But on the inside, you might be wondering, what’s going on in her heart and mind? Because while she may not be acting out, her s...

Want to help your teenage daughter through some tough peer pressure situation?  Does she have a hard time standing her ground just to be liked?   Jovanna Vidal speaks to moms of teens about helping their teen girls stand their ground and not being peer pressured into doing things they don't want to do. Jovanna Vidal is an award-winning actress, bestselling author of  Teen Anxiety No More! , and fo...

Do you wish your teenage daughter would open up beyond the one-word answers and small talk? In this episode, I’m sharing the secret to having a deep conversation with her in just five minutes. Yes—five minutes! You’ll learn how to create the right environment so she feels safe, how to ask the kind of questions that make her want to share, and how to respond so she’ll feel comfortable going deep wi...

what’s normal when it comes to our teen daughters—and when do we need to be genuinely concerned? Because let’s be real… this stage comes with a lot of changes—emotional ups and downs, shifting friendships, maybe even slamming doors. And if you’re anything like me, you’ve wondered: Is this just a normal teenage thing? Or is it something deeper I need to address? So today, I’m going to share five no...

Hey mom friends, welcome back to the podcast! If you’re here, I know you’re raising a tween or teen daughter who sometimes leaves you scratching your head, wondering… why on earth does she blame me for everything? From not being allowed to go to that sleepover, to not having the “right” shoes, or even her hair not doing what she wants it to do—somehow, mom is the scapegoat. Today, we’re going to t...

Maybe you’ve noticed that she seems guarded. Or maybe you feel like you can’t say anything without her shutting down or firing back. What used to be an easy connection feels like it’s constantly under tension. And the biggest culprit? Judgment. She feels judged by you, and if we’re honest, you might feel judged by her too. Today we’re going to unpack how to build a relationship with your teenage d...

Is your teen daughter always saying yes, going along with the crowd, or worrying too much about what others think? She may be slipping into people pleaser mode. In this episode, I’m sharing 4 practical ways you can help her recognize when she’s living for approval instead of staying true to herself.   Are you looking for a supportive mom community? The common thing I ask the moms I work with to be...

Are you a mom of a teen daughter, feeling exhausted in this season of life? This week on the podcast, we’re talking about how to put yourself first. We’ll share five simple healthy habits that can help you thrive in your middle-age and beyond. Tune in to fill your cup so you can show up as your best self! Are you looking for a supportive mom community? The common thing I ask the moms I work with t...

Is your teen daughter noticing boys and ready to start dating? We'll talk about why this is a completely normal part of her development, and what you need to know to support her. Tune in as we discuss how to navigate her interest in boys and build a stronger relationship with your teen girl.   Are you looking for a supportive mom community? The common thing I ask the moms I work with to be most va...