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

Is Social Media robbing your connection with your teenage daughter? Does putting boundaries around phone use seem impossible to do? Okay it’s been 20 days of my 40-day social media fast. I am updating you on how it’s going as promised.  What I am learning about myself, and what I am learning about how addiction can really sneak up on you in any form.  How my lessons can help you with your relation...

Do you and your husband argue about how to raise your teen? Is it hard for you to see eye-to-eye when it comes to how you should approach conflict with your daughter? Do you or your husband feel like the outcast in the family? Raising teenagers can be tough in one's marriage.  Sometimes we allow our parenting to get in the way of our vows we’ve made with our spouse.  Today, I am sharing 3 tips I h...

Do you have trouble setting appropriate boundaries with your teenage daughter? Are you stuck even knowing on how much responsibilities to give your teen girl? We’ll discuss what adolescents are capable of handling, how to give them more responsibility, and how to establish non-negotiable family rules that align with your values. Let’s get started!   Are you looking for ways to communicate with you...

Have you ever felt like your teenage daughter is speaking, but you’re not truly connecting? Or maybe your teen girl shuts down completely, and you’re left wondering how to break through? Today, we’re diving into a skill that can transform your relationship with your daughter: active listening. Active listening can be a game-changer. It’s more than just hearing words; it’s about understanding, vali...

How do you navigate the topic of boys with your teen or tween daughter? Do you have differing thoughts when it comes to boyfriends? In this episode, we explore what’s normal for girls as they experience curiosity, crushes, and attraction, and share three things to consider when responding with love and understanding. Learn how to guide your daughter through topic confidence and connection!   Are y...

Hi mom of teenagers! Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s crucial for every mother but often gets pushed aside in the whirlwind of daily life: self-care. Now, before you roll your eyes and think, “Who has time for that?”, hear me out. This isn’t just about bubble baths and spa days—although those can be great too! It’s about showing up for yourself so you can show up better for your family.   A...

Are you a mom of a teenage daughter who gives up so easily? Is your teen girl frozen by perfection? Today, we’re talking about building resilience in our teen girls. We’ll explore why this generation often struggles with resilience, and I’ll share three practical tips to help your daughter develop her own recovery plan for when challenges arise. Are you looking for ways to communicate with your gi...

Social Media is robbing our real life relationships with our teenage daughters!  Have you found yourself feeling “naked” without your phone? Do you ask yourself where did the time go after hours of scrolling on instagram? If you find yourself in the same position, join me as I share 3 reasons why the social media fast and what I’ve seen happen in only just 1 week.  Are you looking for ways to comm...

Hey moms! Feeling like your teen girl is drifting away? Between her busy schedule, those mood swings, and the pull of independence, reconnecting can feel hard. But guess what? Fun might be the secret you’ve been looking for! In this episode, we’re exploring 4 super fun ways to break down barriers and rebuild connection with your daughter—without it feeling forced or awkward. From creative DIY craf...

Teenagers have so much pressure these days - school, chores, sports, activities, friends.  Anxiety is on the rise with all the added stress on your teen daughter.   Today I share how mom of teens can properly help their girls through handling responsibilities and getting them done!   We are breaking down SMART goals as a necessary tool to help your daughter become successful. Are you looking for w...

What’s your daughter dreaming about? Whether it’s bold ambitions or wild wishes, understanding her dreams is the key to unlocking deeper communication and connection. In this episode, we’re exploring how vision boards can spark meaningful conversations, help your daughter express herself, and even bring her closer to her goals. Tune in to discover how to turn her aspirations into a masterpiece you...

HAPPY NEW YEAR!! It’s 2025!! It’s a perfect time to take foundations…. Is your teen girl making choices that go against the way you raised her? Do you find yourself struggling to understand your teenage daughter’s decisions—and maybe even disagreeing with them? You’re not alone, mama. Raising a teen isn’t easy, especially when her values seem to conflict with yours. In this episode, we’ll dive int...

In today’s episode I give you 4 things you need to know about your tween/teen girl and the changes you are getting on the receiving end.  I’m talking about the attitude, the emotional outbursts, the shouting and even the silent treatment.   They may give you some relief, you’ll want to listen in. We are counting down our top 5 most popular episodes. Are you looking for ways to communicate with you...

Hey mom,   Are you sick of getting disrespectful answers from your teenage daughter when you ask a question? Are you tired of dealing with the attitude from her at any given moment?   I know as a mama you want the best for her.  You want to help her out, but you simply feel you don’t deserve all of this disrespect and uncalled for attitude she is putting you through.  It’s uncomfortable.  It’s und...

Are you struggling with raising your teenage daughter? Do you wish things were different in the way you talk with each other? Do you want to understand her more? I got you, mama.  You’ll get to know a little bit about me.. Why a podcast about raising teen girls and  your relationship with her as well as  The impact it has on her becoming a woman. You’ll want to listen to this I’m about to become y...

In this episode, we are talking freak outs!  Mama, they happen.  I know they do in my home.  I’m giving you for things you can do when a your girl looses it with out you loosing it yourself.  You’ll want to hang around for this.  We are counting down our top 5 most popular episodes! Come back to see what #1 is!  Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up to...

Hey mama, in this episode we are talking having fun with your girl.  It’s time to reconnect.  You may have asked yourself,  what is she into?  Or have even said, I don’t know what she wants to do.  Don’t worry.  I will be giving you 5 ways to have fun with your teenage daughter!! Grab your notebook, you’ll want to write them down! We are counting down our Top 5 Most Popular episodes!  You'll want...

We talked about why kindness can be a struggle for our tween and teen daughters and why fostering it is so important in our last episode. Today, we’re taking it a step further by exploring opportunities for acts of kindness. These are simple, practical ways to encourage your daughter to spread kindness in her daily life—at home, at school, and in her community. Are you looking for ways to communic...

Does your teenage daughter lack respect and kindness? Does your teen girl ignore you when spoken to? Do you want to help build that character of kindness now before it’s too late? Today, we're talking about kindness. Why it feels like kindness is a rare gem during the teenage years, why it's so important to foster, and what benefits a kind heart will bring to your daughter. Let’s dive in!   Are yo...

Do you find yourself baffled around how your teenager  literally does not take into consideration other people’s feelings or thoughts? Is it hard for you to explain  how her actions are selfish or down right rude so she can understand them? Last time, we talked about what mindfulness looks like for our teen daughters and why it’s so important—not just for them, but for the relationships they’re bu...

We're diving into helping teen girls embrace mindfulness—not just for their own peace of mind, but to build awareness of how their actions impact others. We’ll explore ways to encourage your daughter to be more thoughtful and considerate without stepping on her independence. If you’re looking to help her balance self-awareness with empathy and teach her that the world isn’t just about what she wan...

I think we can all agree that there are some challenges when dealing with our teen girl’s attitudes and sense of entitlement.     Entitlement really throws a wrench in relating to our teens. It’s quite off putting from a parents’ perspective.   WIth Thanksgiving soon approaching,  this is a great time to share ways you can guide your teenager towards having a grateful heart. Are you looking for wa...

Are you a mom of teens wondering how to inspire a grateful heart in your teenage daughter? Do you feel overwhelmed and wish you could see more gratitude in yourself and your home? And what if embracing gratitude could actually make parenting teens a little easier? Join us in this episode as we explore the power of a grateful heart and how it can transform your life—and theirs. Are you looking for...

Does you daughter think you’re always against her? Does she treat you like you’re her enemy? Mama, you only want what’s best for her, and wish you can be more nice to each other. If you’ve ever worried that your teen sees you as the “enemy,” this episode is for you. We’ll dive into the importance of understanding her perspective and share four practical ways you can show her that everything you do...

Do you worry about your daughter's opinions about her body? Do you watch her be critical over what she eats? Today I have Carrie Lupoli, health & wellness expert, founder of Disruptive Nutrition and Host of Diet Disrupters. We talk about the unintentional programming we, as mamas, do with our teen girls around health and their bodies.  We take a deep dive of why it's so important for moms to c...