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

Are you feeling down about how under appreciated you feel about what you do as their mom? Do you feel this mom-thing is just too dang hard in this season of raising your teenage daughter?   Today, I want to take a moment—just a sacred little pause in your day—to remind you of the beautiful, powerful, and irreplaceable role you play in your family. I know that raising tween and teen girls can be bo...

Mom of teen girl, We are talking about tips to create lasting relationships with your teenage daughter AND ways you can take care of you in the season of raising her full of JOY!  Special Guest:  Lilly Brodbeck  "Living in Southern California as a wife and empty nester, I navigate the world of finance by day. But my true passion lies in people! As a ministry leader and the writer/author of the "Jo...

Are you confused about with what used to work with your girl no longer does? Do you find yourself feeling more frustrated over the lack of control you have over parenting your daughter? Mom, you feel like nothing has changed about you and the way you parent your daughter.  You feel you have always treated her the same way, set certain standards within the home, and even your expectations has not w...

Today, we’re diving into something that I think every mom of teenage daughters feels, but sometimes doesn’t quite have the words for: the three major changes your daughter is going through right now. And these are the changes that can leave us wondering, “What happened to my little girl?”—physically, emotionally, and mentally. Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start...

Let’s be real for a second. Raising a teenage girl is not for the faint of heart. And if no one has said this to you lately—what you're doing matters. But I also know that behind your quiet strength, there’s a deep swirl of emotion. So today, I want to give you 5 Fresh and Powerful Tips for Raising Your Teenage Daughter Confidently—not from a place of fear, but from a place of strength, wisdom, an...

If you’re raising a tween or teen daughter, you know this stage comes with its own set of challenges, doubts, and pressures. But today, I want to clear the air and debunk four common myths about parenting teens—so you can step into this journey with confidence and clarity. Along with each myth, I’ll share a powerful truth and a practical tip you can start applying right away. Let’s dive in! Are yo...

Today, we’re tackling an issue that is becoming more and more common among our daughters—low resiliency. Have you ever watched your daughter give up on something the moment it gets hard? Maybe she quits a sport, refuses to study for a tough test, or simply says, "I can’t do this" before she even tries? This is not just a parenting frustration—it’s a generational issue. Studies on Generation Z show...

I know you care deeply about your daughter and want to guide her through these crucial teenage years. But let's be real—getting her to actually listen to you? That can feel like trying to talk to a brick wall. We’ll be diving into some simple ways to talk to your girl so that she’ll listen. Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up to you? Do you want to un...

Today, we’re diving into an incredibly powerful tool that every mom has at her disposal—encouragement. It’s so easy to overlook, but encouragement is like a secret superpower that builds confidence, strengthens resilience, and even helps our daughters learn to encourage others. So today, I’m sharing five practical ways you can encourage your daughter in a way that truly fosters confidence and help...

Today, we’re diving into a crucial part of your teen daughter’s development—her deep need for acceptance. If you’ve ever wondered why she cares so much about fitting in, what her friends think, or why she seems distant when she doesn’t feel understood, this episode is for you. We’ll explore why this need for acceptance is so strong during adolescence—developmentally, emotionally, and socially—and...

Today, we're bringing it back to the basics and we are answering the question: What is open communication? We’ll break it down into three key parts, and  by the end of this episode, you’ll have practical steps to create an environment where your daughter feels heard, understood, and willing to share more with you. Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up t...

Trust is the foundation for open communication, mutual respect, and a strong lifelong bond with our teenage daughters. But how do we build it? And more importantly, how do we rebuild it when it’s been broken? We just concluded our Build Trust with Teenage Daughter series, if you have not gotten a chance to listen to them, they are episodes 222 - 226. I share ways you can build that trust in your r...

I’m so glad you’re here today because we’re diving into an important topic that I know can be challenging for a lot of us: creating healthy boundaries for ourselves. As moms, especially those of us raising tween and teenage daughters, it’s easy to pour so much of ourselves into our kids, our families, and everything around us, but sometimes we forget one very important person in the equation—ourse...

We're diving into our last topic for our build trust with your teenage daughter series which is a powerful way to build trust and deepen your connection with your daughter—sharing personal experiences. We all want open communication with our girls, but sometimes they put up walls. One way to break those barriers is by letting them see that we, too, were once teenagers with our own struggles, doubt...

We're talking about a key factor in building trust with your daughter—admitting when you're wrong. This might feel a little uncomfortable, but trust me, it’s one of the most powerful ways to create an authentic and respectful relationship with your tween or teen. 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 t...

Moms, I know what some of you are thinking—“Respect her boundaries? What about mine? Shouldn’t she be respecting me too?” And I hear you! It’s completely valid to want respect in return, and we’ll talk about that. But today, I want to challenge you to look at trust-building from a different angle. Mark Gregston once said, "Truth with judgment pushes her away, truth with relationship draws her to y...

We are continuing our "Build Trust with Your Teenage Daughter" series. Today, we’re diving into a powerful but often overlooked key to trust-building: by Following Through on Promises. If you say you’ll do something—whether it’s picking her up on time, respecting her privacy, or handling a situation discreetly—stick to it. Your daughter needs to see you as reliable and dependable to truly trust yo...

Is your knee-jerk reaction when your daughter shares something that you are not quite too happy about or maybe even shocked you and you want to share your opinion about it? Do you find it hard to sit quietly as she goes on about something you wholeheartedly disagree with? Today, we’re focusing on one of the most powerful ways to strengthen your relationship with your daughter—listening without jud...

Do you remember your teen years? In the teen years we start grow fickle in our relationships - especially friendships.  It's a stage where they are discovery themselves, their identity, their values and who the are. This also means things change, clothes, appearances and friendships. As your teenage daughter is testing the waters of self-discovery, it can make any mama nervous when it comes to the...

“Why does my daughter only talk to her friends and not me?”  It can be frustrating, even painful, when the little girl who once told you every detail of her day now barely gives you a sentence. But before you jump to conclusions, let’s break down the truths and myths behind this and, most importantly, what you can do to keep your connection strong. Are you looking for ways to communicate with your...

You probably have a tween or teen daughter who seems to be in that "stuck-up" phase—eye rolls, dismissive tones, acting like she’s too good for family time. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Today, we’re diving into why this happens, why it’s actually a normal part of her development, and, most importantly, how you can break through this attitude to build a stronger bond with her.   Are you lookin...

Moms, have you noticed your daughter becoming more self-conscious, comparing herself to others, or struggling with self-esteem? You’re not alone. Teenage years have always been a time of self-doubt and insecurity, but today’s generation of girls faces a whole new level of pressure—thanks to social media.  In today’s episode, we’ll dive into how social media is impacting your daughter’s confidence,...

How can two daughters raised in the same home, with the same values, rules, and boundaries, turn out so differently? One might be super independent while the other craves reassurance. One follows the rules, the other tests every limit. You might find yourself thinking, "How can what worked so well for one be completely ineffective for the other?" I’m going to break down why this happens, how this...

Mama, Do need help raising your teenage daughter? Do you feel guilty wanting seek help in parenting your teen girl? We’re diving into a topic that can be a game-changer in your parenting journey—mentors. We all want to be the go-to person for our daughters, but the truth is, we simply can’t be everything for them. And that’s okay. We want to build a strong, healthy relationship with our daughters,...

Is your daughter feeling down? Do you notice something about is off? Has she told you that she’s sad and doesn’t know why? I feel you mama, I know I have had to navigate this myself with my own daughter.  When I am at a lost about trying to cheer my daughter up or help her look at the brightside, I go back to a verse I have frequently shared on this show From James 1:19 “You must be quick to liste...