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If you’re a mom who feels like you’re always trying—trying to be more patient, more present, more organized—and yet still end most days feeling like you’re falling short, this episode is for you.

Today on the show, I’m joined by Carla Ondrasik — a former music executive who helped launch hits like “Genie in a Bottle” for Christina Aguilera, worked with icons like Barbra Streisand and NSYNC, and even discovered the songwriter who would later become her husband, John Ondrasik — the voice behind Five for Fighting.

Carla shares powerful insights from her book, Stop Trying: The Life-Transforming Power of Trying Less and Doing More, and explains why “I’ll try” is often just a polite cover for fear, procrastination, and avoidance. She shows how shifting from try to do can change the way we parent, lead, and live—starting with simple changes in how we talk to ourselves and to our kids.

You’ll hear Carla’s own story of moving from behind-the-scenes supporter in the music industry to stepping into the spotlight with a message that helps moms drop the guilt, get honest about what they really want, and take small, doable steps that build confidence.

A few things Carla shares:

• Why “I’ll try” quietly keeps moms stuck, exhausted, and discouraged
• How “try” shows up in parenting and what our kids actually hear
• The difference in your brain between trying and doing
• Carla’s journey from music executive to author and speaker
• Simple language shifts that build confidence for you and your kids

Where to find Carla and her book:

Stop Trying!: The Life-Transforming Power of Trying Less and Doing More by Carla OndrasikWebsite: https://www.carlaondrasik.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carlaondrasik

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If you’re parenting a neurodivergent teen and find yourself quietly wondering about their future friendships, independence, or sense of belonging—this episode is for you.

In today’s conversation, I’m joined by Jamie Pastrano, a licensed social worker, autism advocate, and the co-founder of Synchrony, a groundbreaking social app that officially launched in January 2026.

Jamie’s journey began as a mom raising her son Jesse, who is autistic. Like so many parents of neurodivergent kids, she worked tirelessly to support him through childhood—only to realize that as the teen years approached, one critical question remained unanswered:

How will my child find meaningful connection as an adult?

In this episode, we talk about:

• The often invisible loneliness many neurodivergent teens and adults experience
• Common misconceptions about autism, ADHD, and neurodivergence
• Why traditional social and dating apps often increase anxiety rather than connection
• How Synchrony is reimagining social connection through interest-based matching, built-in safety, and an AI-powered social coach designed to support confidence, independence, and belonging
• Why friendship—not dating—is often the foundation neurodivergent adults need first

If you’ve ever thought, I just want my teen to find their people and feel like they belong, you’ll want to listen to this episode.

To learn more about Synchrony or explore the app, visit joinsynchrony.com.

Where to find Jamie and the app:

Website: https://joinsynchrony.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-pastrano/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joinsynchrony/

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If you’re a mom lying awake at night, worried about your tween or teen’s anxiety… this episode is for you.

In this deeply meaningful and hope-filled conversation, I’m joined by Amber Leah, author, speaker, and mom, for an honest heart-to-heart about what it’s really like to walk alongside a child who is struggling with anxiety, stress, and depression.

Amber vulnerably shares her family’s story—watching her son Ollie struggle during his preteen and teen years—and the fear, helplessness, and heartbreak that so many moms quietly carry. Together, we talk about the moments no one prepares you for: the emotional outbursts, the pushing away, the shame that follows, and the constant question of “Am I doing this right?”

We also dive into what actually helped:

• What Amber said (and didn’t say) in the hardest moments
• How to respond when your teen’s anxiety comes out as anger, withdrawal, or disrespect
• Why empathy matters more than lectures when emotions are running high
• How to pause your own reactivity when you’re triggered and scared
• And how faith, practical tools, and connection can bring hope—even when the struggle doesn’t magically disappear

This episode is centered around the powerful book Amber co-wrote with her son, You Are Seen: 90 Devotions to Encourage Stressed and Anxious Teens—a resource born out of real life, real pain, and real healing. The message woven throughout our conversation is one every struggling teen (and mom) needs to hear: You are not broken. You are not alone. You are deeply seen.

If you’re a mom who feels scared, worn down, unsure what to do next—or quietly wondering if anyone understands what you’re carrying—press play and join us for a conversation that will leave you feeling understood, steadied, and a little less alone as you support your tween or teen through anxiety.

Where to find Amber and her and Ollie's book:

You Are Seen: 90 Devotions to Encourage Stressed and Anxious Teens: https://amzn.to/3NGTf7M

Website: https://amberlia.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealamberlia/

Ollie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oliver.lia22/

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It’s so easy to lose it when our kids’ emotions are running high. We tell them to “calm down,” and before we know it… we’re yelling too.

If that sounds familiar, you’re going to love this episode.

My special guest, Lisa Danahy, is a certified yoga therapist, educator, and founder of Create Calm. She’s spent more than 35 years helping kids, parents, and teachers learn practical ways to manage big emotions, regulate their nervous systems, and create more calm at home, in classrooms, and within themselves.

Lisa shares some beautiful, down-to-earth tools you can start using right away — from “balloon breathing” to simple co-regulation practices that help both you and your kids reset in the heat of the moment. These are the kinds of things that actually work when your tween refuses to get out of bed, your teen is rolling their eyes, or you feel your own patience slipping.

You’ll walk away feeling encouraged, equipped, and reminded that calm isn’t about control — it’s about connection.

Grab your coffee, take a deep breath, and join us for this hopeful, heart-centered conversation.

Mentioned in this episode:

• CreateCalm.org
• Creating Calm in Your Classroom by Lisa Danahy - https://amzn.to/3LLiLaZ
• Moms of Tweens and Teens Membership – community, resources, and workshops to help you connect more deeply with your tween or teen

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In this insightful conversation, Dr. Anna Levy-Warren, a licensed clinical psychologist and founder of Organizational Tutors, breaks down the concept of executive functioning (EF)—the brain processes that help kids and teens organize, plan, focus, and manage their emotions. Discover how everyday tasks like getting ready for school, homework, and handling transitions can feel overwhelming for both kids and parents. Dr. Levy-Warren shares actionable strategies to help families support their tweens and teens with EF challenges, while also addressing the role of anxiety and how to manage family dynamics.
Key takeaways & tips:

• Use visual timers so time is seen, not just spoken.
• Do a 5-minute “start together”: help list the first 2–3 steps, then step back.
• Work backward from the real due date, including life events (games, birthdays, church, work).
• Expect a lag in shifting; name it and give a bridge (“Finish that last sentence, then let’s move to shoes”).
• Lead with repair over guilt: “I got activated. I’m sorry. Let’s try that again.”
• Model what you want to see: put your own phone away, breathe, open your calendar.

Where to find Dr. Anna Levy-Warren:

Organizational Tutors: organizationaltutors.com

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In this episode, I had the privilege of sitting down with Shelley Branine, and let me tell you—this conversation blew me away. Shelley is a truth seeker, freedom fighter, wife, and warrior mom of two amazing daughters—one of whom actually graduated from college just a week before finishing high school.

As a mom myself, I was inspired hearing her story of how she navigated the college process with her girls and discovered the power of dual enrollment. Shelley explains how high school students can take college courses—often for free or at very little cost—and how this path not only saves families significant time and money but also gives students incredible confidence and real-world experience.

I loved how Shelley shared not just the wins but also her own struggles with student loan debt, the misconceptions about dual enrollment, and the truth about scholarships and college athletics. She brings so much clarity to a topic that feels overwhelming for so many parents and students.

If you’ve ever wondered about alternatives to the traditional (and expensive) college route, this episode is full of hope and practical steps. You’ll walk away knowing how to start the conversation with your guidance counselor, what questions to ask, and how to explore this smarter, debt-free option for your family.

Shelley’s upcoming book, Finish College in High School (coming early 2026), will be an incredible resource, but for now, I can’t wait for you to hear her wisdom and encouragement in this episode.

Where to find Shelley:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shelleybranine/

Website and Articles Written by Shelley: https://shelleybranine.com/blog/

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If your teen has been vaping, using weed, lying, or just seems totally unmotivated—and you’re tired of the constant arguments or feeling unsure how to help them turn things around—this episode is for you.

Amber Hollingsworth is an addiction specialist and creator of the YouTube channel Put The Shovel Down—and in this interview, Amber shares what really helps when teens are experimenting, struggling, or unmotivated to change.

Amber shares

• Why “waiting for rock bottom” backfires—and what creates change instead
• The #1 most enabling behavior (hint: it’s not giving $20)
• How to "Drop the rope” and get out of the tug-of-war and lower the resistance
• How you want natural consequences vs. parent-imposed punishment to do the teaching
• What true boundaries actually look like: spoiler - they are rules for yourself, not your teen
• How to build “credit” with your teen so your words carry weight

Key Takeaways:

• Don’t be the villain. When you argue, threaten, or lecture, you become the distraction that keeps your teen from looking inward.
• Let the world be the bad guy. Natural consequences teach; parent-made punishments often fuel denial and blame.
• Boundaries are about you. “If you’re arrested, I won’t pick you up”—that’s a boundary. “You can’t leave the house”—that’s a rule you likely can’t enforce.
• Lead with empathy, then influence. “I get why fitting in matters” opens ears; lectures close them.
• Build credibility (“credit”). When your teen feels understood, your guidance finally lands.

Where to find Amber:

• Put The Shovel Down on YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PutTheShovelDown/videos
• Consults/coaching webiste: https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/
• Free Resources: https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/free-resources

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Do you have a teen who spends most of their time in their room, glued to their phone, avoiding homework, and tuning you out—no matter what you say or do?
You’re not alone—and today’s conversation will help you understand what’s really going on and what you can do about it.

In this powerful and practical episode, Sheryl sits down with Dr. Melanie McNally, clinical psychologist, brain coach, and author of Helping Your Unmotivated Teen: A Parent’s Guide to Unlock Your Child’s Potential and The Emotionally Intelligent Teen. Since 2013, Melanie has helped hundreds of adolescents build emotional intelligence, motivation, and confidence—and today, she’s sharing her insights with us.

You’ll hear why so many teens struggle with motivation today, how technology is affecting their brains and emotions, and what we can do as parents to help our tweens and teens develop drive, grit, and goals. You’ll also hear why the first step to helping your teen might be looking at your own phone habits—and how modeling change can make all the difference.

What You’ll Learn (quick hits)

• Why tech disrupts self-regulation—and how to set simple family guardrails
• The listening shift that opens teens up (pause, reflect, then respond)
• Using both intrinsic and extrinsic motivators wisely
• Pairing structure with choice (e.g., “one sport + one club,” teen’s choice)
• How to spot small wins and transfer those skills to school

Where to Connect with Dr. Melanie:

Website: drmelaniemcnally.com • Instagram: @drmelaniemcnally
Books:

Helping Your Unmotivated Teen : https://amzn.to/3IUpRc2

The Emotionally Intelligent Teen: https://amzn.to/3VSlzF8

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Do you ever feel like all your tween or teen eats is buttered noodles or ramen? 🙋‍♀️ I hear this from so many moms — and I’ve been there too! We want our kids to eat healthier and learn life skills, but with everything on our plates, it feels impossible to make it happen.

That’s why I’m so excited about this conversation with Katie Kimball. Katie is a mom of four, a former teacher, and the creator of Kids Cook Real Food, named the best online cooking class for kids by the Wall Street Journal. She’s passionate about helping families build a healthier relationship with food, and she has a gift for teaching kids (and parents!) the skills they need in the kitchen — and beyond.

In this episode, Katie shares:

• How cooking can be a powerful way to connect with our kids and teach resilience.
• Why getting tweens and teens involved in the kitchen is one of the best gifts we can give them.
• Practical ways to help picky eaters expand their palate (without the battles).
• The life skills our kids gain when we let them take ownership and even fail in safe ways.
• How food impacts everything from mood to skin to energy — and how to help our kids notice it too.

This was such a fun and eye-opening conversation. Katie reminds us that teaching our kids to cook isn’t about adding another thing to our never-ending list — it’s about inviting them into everyday life in ways that lighten our load, build their confidence, and set them up for success.

Where to find Katie:

👉 You can grab some of Katie’s free resources at kidscookrealfood.com/tweens-and-teens

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KatieKimball

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiekimballkidscook/
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Feeling burned out? Need some encouragement and inspiration? Or maybe you just need to hear a little reassurance today?

Well, friend, you are in the right place. I am so excited to welcome our special guest, Tyra Lane-Kingsland, to the show!

Whenever I talk to Tyra, I leave feeling so encouraged, refreshed, inspired, and filled up. She’s like going to an emotional chiropractor!

She is a mother of six, the founder of Inspired Life, a passionate coach, speaker, author, and a true advocate for the well-being of moms everywhere.

In this episode, she brings such wisdom about creating margin, setting boundaries, and prioritizing self-care. Tyra reminds us that our worth is not tied to our children’s achievements or our ability to do it all.

Whether you’re overwhelmed, weary, or just need a little inspiration, Tyra’s words will help you feel lighter, more grounded, and empowered to care for your own heart as you care for your family.

Let’s dive in!

Where to find Tyra:

Website: https://www.inspiredtolivefully.com/about/meet-tyra/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredfully/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Tyra+Lane+Kingland

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inspiredfully

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🎓 Feeling overwhelmed by the college process? You’re not alone.

Whether your teen is unsure about their future or you’re wondering how you’ll ever afford college, this episode is packed with wisdom, clarity, and hope.

I’m joined by Shellee Howard, founder and CEO of College Ready and mom of four—all of whom graduated debt-free, including a Harvard grad. Shellee shares how she turned her own confusion and frustration into a mission to help families navigate the college process with confidence, strategy, and clarity.

✨ In this episode, we talk about:

• Why most families start in the wrong place when planning for college
• How to help your teen discover who they are and what lights them up
• What makes a standout college essay (and how her son got into Harvard!)
• Why so many teens feel lost—and what to do about it
• How to explore options without pressure and avoid massive debt
• The ONE thing that can make all the difference

Whether your kid is a planner or a dreamer (or doesn’t even want to think about college yet), Shellee’s insight will help you support them with compassion, strategy, and a realistic plan.

Where to find Shellee:

FREE RESOURCE: Shellee is offering my listeners a free 30-minute consultation to help you get clear on what’s next. Visit 👉 https://collegeready.plan.info

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegereadyplan

Website: https://collegereadyplan.com/

Contact Shellee to set up free consultation: shellee@collegereadyplan.com

Check out Shellee’s bestselling book: How to Send Your Student to College Without Losing Your Mind or Your Money – https://amzn.to/3JjfNsW

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Have you recently moved—or are you simply trying to feel more at home where you are? In this uplifting episode, I sit down with Ali Wenzke, author of The Art of Happy Moving, who has moved 10 times in 11 years and brings a wealth of wisdom on building community, letting go of clutter, and finding joy in life’s transitions.

We dive into:

• The emotional side of moving (and why it’s not talked about enough)
• Practical, doable decluttering tips (even with sentimental items and kids!)
• How to make new friends as an adult without the pressure
• Supporting kids through the challenges of a move
• Why gratitude and connection are the real keys to happiness—wherever you live

✨ Whether you’re preparing for a move or just looking to deepen your sense of belonging, this conversation will leave you feeling encouraged, empowered, and inspired to take your next step.

📘 Grab Ali’s book, The Art of Happy Moving:

📸 Follow Ali on Instagram: https://instagram.com/alliewenzke

🌐 Visit her blog: https://artofhappymoving.com

💗 Learn more about the Moms of Tweens and Teens Community: https://momsoftweensandteens.com

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In this deeply moving episode, I sit down with Jennifer Thompson—blogger, speaker, and author of Return to Jesus—for an honest conversation about faith, shame, healing, and the unconditional love of God.

Jennifer shares her powerful story of overcoming self-worth struggles and performance-based faith, including her experience with post-abortive shame and how a Bible study helped her finally understand that she is fully loved and accepted by God. Through raw honesty and vulnerability, Jennifer reminds us that we don’t have to hide the parts of our story that feel broken—we can bring them to Jesus and find redemption and peace.

This episode is for anyone who has ever felt unworthy, distant from God, or unsure of their place in faith. Jennifer’s gentle, compassionate message is a breath of fresh air for weary hearts.

You’ll hear about:

• Why Jennifer believes our hardest struggles are where connection and healing begin
• How to move from performance-based faith to a deeper relationship with God
• Practical ways to abide with God in everyday life (yes, even in the laundry and late-night feedings)
• Encouragement for moms who feel unseen, overwhelmed, or ashamed of parts of their past
• A beautiful invitation to experience God’s love—no matter where you are in your faith journey

Mentioned in this episode:

➡️ Jennifer’s new book: Return to Jesus

➡️ Connect with her at https://jenthompsonauthor.com/

➡️ Read her blog: Truly Yours, Jen - https://trulyyoursjen.com/

➡️ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trulyyoursjen/

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Do you have a tween or teen who struggles to get excited about their life or find a sense of direction? It can feel overwhelming as a parent knowing how to support them.

As a parent, do you struggle to know how to motivate them or know how to help them discover their gifts and what they love to do?

As a parent, you want them to find purpose, but how can you help them find the right path in the midst of all the pressures and uncertainty of next steps and everyone else’s expectations?

Well I’m excited to have Dana Roefer is with us today to talk about all of these things. We are diving into How to Build an Entrepreneurial Mindset in Our Tweens and Teens.

Dana serves as the Vice President of Faith Driven Entrepreneur for Teens. Entrepreneurship has been at the heart of Dana’s career, both in launching her own ventures and supporting others in building theirs. She is passionate about helping entrepreneurs gain clarity, navigate challenges, and bring their ideas to life.

Alongside her husband, Matt, Dana also founded the Grand Rapids Children's Business Fair and Journey Academy, creating opportunities for young people to explore innovation and entrepreneurship.

What We Talk About:

• Supporting unmotivated tweens and teens: How to help your child find purpose and direction when they’re unsure of what they want to do.
• Building an entrepreneurial mindset: Why fostering an entrepreneurial spirit in teens can help them navigate life’s pressures and challenges.
• Dana’s background: How Dana’s career in entrepreneurship led her to create resources for teens, including the Faith Driven Entrepreneur for Teens program.
• Asking “why” before “what” and “where”: Why it’s crucial to help teens discover their “why” before making major decisions like college or career choices.
• The importance of curiosity and self-discovery: How exploring your teen’s interests and strengths early on can lead to greater clarity and confidence.
• Overcoming pressure and comparison: How to help teens deal with societal expectations, academic pressure, and self-doubt.
• The Faith Driven Entrepreneur for Teens program: A 12-episode digital course that helps teens discover their strengths, explore different careers, and connect with inspiring stories from entrepreneurs.
• Practical ways to get teens involved: How volunteering, exploring various activities, and asking insightful questions can help teens discover their interests and strengths.

Where to find Dana and Faith Driven Entrepreneur for Teens:

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Do you ever wonder why you get so reactive about what your tween or teen says or does? One minute, something they say doesn’t bother you, and the next, you feel like you’re about to lose it? What’s going on with that?

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Shelly Robinson, a certified conscious parenting coach, the founder of Raising Yourself, and the creator of the Connected Kid Toolkit. Shelly is passionate about helping parents break generational cycles and build emotionally connected homes. With over half a million parents around the world engaging with her work, Shelly is transforming families one step at a time.

Her work has been featured on platforms such as MindValley, GoZen, Raised Good, and Good News LA. Shelly has a wealth of wisdom to share, so I’m excited for you to hear her insights. You can find her resources at shellyrobinson.com.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

• Shelly’s personal story and what led her to become a conscious parenting coach and the founder of Raising Yourself.
• The concept of reparenting—what it really means and why it’s such a vital process for today’s parents.
• A three-prong approach to parenting that helps parents do deep inner work while raising their children and healing generational wounds.
• The importance of emotional regulation—why it starts with the parent, not the child, and how we can practice it in everyday situations.

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Website: shellyrobinson.com.

The Connected Kid Toolkit: https://www.shellyrobinson.com/parenting-tools/connected-kid-toolkit/

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Did you know that the ages between 6 and 12 are often referred to as ‘the forgotten years’? In reality, these years are some of the most crucial in shaping our kids’ mental health and development. In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Dr. Sheryl Ziegler back to the show to share insights from her upcoming book, The Crucial Years: The Essential Guide to Mental Health and Modern Puberty in Middle Childhood.

Dr. Ziegler is a seasoned clinical psychologist, play therapist, podcast host, and author with over 20 years of experience. She has appeared as a mental health expert on major platforms, including The Today Show, The Doctors, and CNN, offering invaluable guidance to parents everywhere.

In today’s conversation, we dive deep into the overlooked but essential years of middle childhood, exploring why these years between 6 and 12 are so foundational for kids’ mental health. We also discuss the impact of early puberty, modern challenges, and the growing pressures kids face in today’s digital world. Dr. Ziegler shares practical advice for parents on how to support their child’s mental health, resilience, and self-esteem during this transformative time.

Where to find Dr. Sheryl Ziegler:

Website: https://drsherylziegler.com/

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• Do you struggle to get your teen to go to bed at a decent time?
• Are they so overloaded with homework and activities that late nights seem unavoidable?
• Do mornings feel like a constant battle to get them up?

Jessica Bryant, representative of the Better Sleep Council (BSC), internationally recognized pediatric sleep strategist, keynote speaker, and the founder of Sleep Happy Consulting, is dedicated to answering the questions exhausted parents have about their kid’s sleepless days and nights.

In a world that often prioritizes relentless busyness, Jessica is a staunch advocate for placing rest at the forefront of family life. She firmly believes that well-rested kids have the potential to make a profound impact on the world. Jessica is passionate about helping families prioritize rest and create calmer, more rested homes.

Where to find Jessica:
Here website: https://www.sleephappyconsulting.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleephappy/ Link to Better Sleep Council's research on teen sleep mentioned on the show: https://bettersleep.org/uncategorized/teens-and-sleep-2/Is your teen struggling to wake up in the morning? Grab Jessica’s Free Bedtime Chart Here > https://www.sleephappyconsulting.com/free
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None of us get through this life without experiencing grief and loss. The question is, how do we work through that loss and come to believe that we can actually love our lives again?

My special guest today is Krista St-Germain, who knows firsthand what it means to face unimaginable loss since tragically and unexpectedly losing her spouse in 2016, leaving her with a title she never thought she’d have: widow.

Now a Post-Traumatic Growth and grief expert, life coach, and host of the Widowed Moms Podcast, Krista has been able to take from her own experience and help hundreds of widows navigate their lives after loss and not only survive but thrive and love their lives.

In this episode, we’re going to dive deep into grief and loss -

• How do we navigate all the feelings?
• What the biggest myths about grief are.
• What post-traumatic growth is, and how this can make a huge difference in our healing process.
• How we can support our kids through grief and loss.
• And how we can come to not just survive but thrive.

Where to find Krista and Resource Shared:
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**Parenting a teenager isn’t easy. Maybe your teen used to talk to you about everything, and now they’re constantly in their room and barely say a word. Or maybe every conversation seems to turn into an argument, and you’re struggling to connect. If any of this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and today’s episode is for you.

I’m thrilled to have Susan Caso join us on the podcast. Susan is a therapist, consultant, and speaker with over 20 years of experience helping parents, teens, and families strengthen their relationships. She’s here to share insights from her new book, The Parent-Teen Connection: How to Build Lifelong Family Relationships****, endorsed by Children’s Hospital Colorado and Crisis Text Line.

In this conversation, Susan shares actionable strategies for building trust, creating emotional safety, and fostering a sense of belonging within your family. We dive into the challenges parents face when their teens push them away and how to overcome these obstacles to form lifelong bonds.

Let's dive in!

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Website: https://susancaso.com/*Get Her Book: The Parent-Teen Connection* Interested in our Moms of Tweens and Teens Book Club? Reach out to me, Sheryl, at sheryl@momsoftweensandteens.com**

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Welcome to the Moms of Tweens and Teens Podcast!

Moms, let me ask you this: Do you ever feel like your mind is racing a hundred miles a minute like you’re stuck on a hamster wheel of to-dos, worries, and “what ifs”? It’s so easy to get distracted or feel overwhelmed when life demands so much from us. But what if there was a way to train our minds to slow down, reset, and find calm amidst the chaos?

That’s exactly why I’m so excited to have Kelly Smith with us today. Kelly is a meditation teacher, yoga instructor, and the founder of Yoga For You. She’s also the host of two incredible podcasts, Mindful in Minutes and Meditation Mama (A collection of guided meditations for mothers at all stages of motherhood from expectant mothers to those with adult children. This is a podcast of meditations created by a mother for mothers, which are go-to resources for busy moms looking to find peace in their day.

Her new book, Meditation for the Modern Family, is a breath of fresh air, filled with practical meditation techniques designed for real-life families. Kelly’s approach is warm, relatable, and so needed—especially for moms of tweens and teens navigating this wild and wonderful stage of parenting.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re running on empty or just want to feel more grounded, this episode is for you.

So take a deep breath and let’s dive in!

Where to find Kelly:Website: https://www.yogaforyouonline.com/
Podcast: Mindful In Minutes - https://www.yogaforyouonline.com/copy-of-podcast
Podcast: Meditation Mama - https://www.yogaforyouonline.com/meditation-mama
Her Book - Mindfulness for the Modern Family: https://www.yogaforyouonline.com/
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Welcome to the Moms of Tweens and Teens Podcast!

Today, I'm excited to introduce two incredible guests, Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster, co-founders of ImpactParents and creators of the acclaimed podcast Parenting with Impact as well as authors of books, Parenting ADHD Now!: Easy Intervention Strategies to Empower Kids with ADHD and Parenting with Impact : Expert Advice to Empower Parents Raising Complex Kids.

. These two powerhouses specialize in helping parents of neurodiverse and complex kids navigate the challenges of parenting with greater ease, connection, and understanding.

Elaine and Diane are experts in neurodiversity-informed coaching, and they’ve spent over a decade equipping parents with the tools and strategies they need to build stronger relationships and support their kids’ independence. Their work has been transformative for countless families, offering hope and practical solutions to challenges like ADHD, anxiety, executive function struggles, and more.

In this episode, we’re diving deep into topics like the independence paradox, collaborative problem-solving, and how to manage that fine line between support and enabling. If you’ve ever found yourself in a power struggle with your tween or teen—or if you’re wondering how to rebuild connection and trust—this conversation will give you the clarity and encouragement you need.

Get ready to take away actionable insights, fresh perspectives, and the reassurance that you’re not alone on this parenting journey.

Let's dive in!

Where to find Elaine and Diane:
Impact Parents Website: https://impactparents.com/
Free Resources: https://impactparents.com/resources/
Their Books: Parenting ADHD Now!: Easy Intervention Strategies to Empower Kids with ADHD and Parenting with Impact : Expert Advice to Empower Parents Raising Complex Kids.
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**Today, we're going to be talking about how to help our tweens and teens who are struggling with friendships, and this is really painful as a mom.

If you have a kid who is lonely and is struggling with girl drama, it might look a little bit different if you have a boy, but they have their version of that. If they're spending a lot of time isolated and alone in their room, they're not connecting outside of social media. Maybe they've even been bullied or excluded from friend groups, and they can see that on social media, and then it can be so complicated when they have social media and all that goes with that. When it comes to friendships, it can just complicate things, and they can compare themselves. It can be really rough, and it can be difficult to know what to say and what to do that's going to help.

And I hear from so many of you emailing me that you're saying, "Gosh, my kid is getting left out. They're lonely. They're spending all their time gaming, or they're coming home and crying every day because their best friend won't let them sit at the lunch table."

It takes on many different forms, and my special guest today is Sheri Gazitt, the CEO and founder of Teen Wise. It is an organization that empowers teen girls to conquer girl drama and establish healthy friendships. And she does private coaching. They have online courses, presentations, and professional trainings. She has been on the podcast before, and she has so much wisdom and insight and a really beautiful way of taking it all and making it really simple and easy to understand. And in this episode, she talks to us about what we can do to help our kids.

So let's dive in!**

What you will learn:

• The significant impact of friendships on our tweens' and teens’ lives, specifically how social struggles can lead to clinical depression and anxiety.
• The visible change in teens' body language and spark when they see a path forward in their social lives.
• Research on how patterns of popularity and bullying in middle and high school can persist into adulthood.
• Impact of the pandemic on teen friendships and their social skills.
• The "football effect," where disagreements lead to team formation, exacerbates the situation.
• Common mistakes parents make when supporting their children through social conflicts.
• Building confidence and addressing inner critic.

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Hey friend,
If you struggle with clutter and being organized.
If you are frustrated with your kid and their bedrooms and how disorganized they can be.
If you’re wondering why it’s so hard to keep it all together with everything you have to do.
I am so excited for you to listen to this episode with Laurie Palau!

Laurie Palau is the author of HOT MESS: A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO GETTING ORGANIZED, host of the popular weekly podcast This ORGANIZED Life, which has over 3M downloads, and founder of Simply B Organized, a lifestyle company that helps people live simply and work smarter.
Her advice has been featured in national publications including Real Simple, Better Homes & Gardens & The New York Times.

Laurie speaks, teaches, and writes about Clutter, the Enneagram, and Women’s Entrepreneurship. Through coaching, consulting, and 1:1 mentorship, Laurie uses a mix of humor, tough love, and compassion to empower women whether they are running a household, a business or both!

Buy her a coffee or a drink, and she’ll talk your ear off about all things BRAVO or true crime podcasts. She is a mom to two grown-ish girls and lives in New Hope, PA, with her husband Josh and their dog Jeter.

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Laurie's Freebie: https://simplyborganized.myflodesk.com/enneagramcoremotivations
The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery by Ian Morgan Cron and Suzanne Stabile: https://amzn.to/3ybAlOU
The Wisdom of the Enneagram: The Complete Guide to Psychological and Spiritual Growth for the Nine Personality Types: https://amzn.to/4fbuxG4

Where to find Laurie:
Website: https://simplyborganized.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplyborganized/
Podcast: https://simplyborganized.com/this-organized-life/
Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@simplyborganized
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Hi friend. Welcome to the show today, and I am so glad that you're spending time with me.

In today's episode, we are talking about the tough process of letting go. Letting is one of the most difficult things when your your kid hits the middle school years - you're in this big transition, and I found this so hard - "When do I step in? When do I step back?"

It's hard to let go when you watch them making decisions that you're not crazy about and you want them to be successful, and you want them to make good decisions. And that is all well and good, but without meaning to we often get in the way.

Today, my special guest is Dr. Cam Coswell, and she is also known as the Teen Translator. Dr. Cam is a wealth of knowledge and experience on adolescent development and how you can build trust and help your kid to become more independent and confident and to build those necessary skills that our kids need as they move towards adulthood.

You are going to love this episode. You're going to get so much good stuff, and you're going to feel so much better that you are not alone as we talk about our own challenges and struggles as well.

So let's dive in!

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Welcome friend,

Kristi K. Hoffman is an award-winning, Emmy-nominated TV host, media producer, journalist, lifestyle influencer, family woman, businesswoman, philanthropist, and best-selling teen social issues author of Total Package Girl: Discover the Ultimate You for Life.

As a journalist and media professional starting out in a time when men dominated the industry, Kristi realized there was a massive need to build up girls and help them realize they are capable of anything they set their minds to.

She struggled quite a bit with body image and sexual harassment in the early days of her career. As a result, she started the Total Package Girl brand as a resource for young girls to achieve confidence, overcome obstacles, and chase their dreams.

Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• What Kristi has learned about mentoring, career development, and personal growth for moms.
• Self-doubt, anxiety, and finding focus in leadership and parenting.
• Teaching kids self-awareness and self-care through healthy habits and values.
• What it was like writing a book for girls and incorporating feedback from young readers.
• Empowering girls through leadership and self-care.
• Self-care for moms and prioritizing personal well-being.

Where to find Kristi and Mentioned in this Episode:

• Website
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• Kristi's Book: Total Package Girl: Discover the Ultimate You for Life
• Mindset by Carol Dweck

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*Please support the show HERE!***Summer is the perfect time for fun and relaxation, but it can also bring its share of challenges.

You might be thrilled about the endless possibilities, from beach trips to movie marathons, yet also worried about your teens spending too much time in their rooms, glued to screens, or perhaps out with friends, potentially getting into trouble. You might want some ideas on how to make it a great summer with your tweens and teens.

In this episode, I walk you through some reflective questions to help you think about...
What you'd love to do to have fun,
Help you to identify energy drains and what recharges you,
How to manage screen time and get your kids onboard with having fun as a family.

I've included some tools and insights needed to create a balanced and happy summer for you and your family!

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Reflection Questions to Create A Happy Summer
Resources on Summer Bucket List and More

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We've all experienced pain and trauma in our lives, whether it be trauma with a "little t" or "big T" trauma. There have been people, events, and situations that have hurt and wounded us. As a result, we've developed defense mechanisms to shield ourselves from the pain and to keep us safe. And yet, not dealing with our pain and wounds holds us back from healing, joy, freedom, and peace. But this takes courage.

Today, I am honored to welcome Karena Killcoin, the best-selling author of "Rise Above The Story." In this interview, she shares her story of trauma and healing and inspires us to rise above our stories and take the courageous path to knowing our true selves, finding genuine peace, and achieving emotional freedom.

Her book, “Rise Above the Story,” is part memoir and part evidence-based framework. She shares her own harrowing stories of trauma and distills the science of what your brain does to keep you safe when you experience trauma.

We all carry negative narratives that fill us with shame and unworthiness. We discuss the proven steps to stop living in the past, end your negative mind chatter, and love yourself once and for all. You are not alone.

This is a conversation you don’t want to miss! Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• Karena’s story of childhood trauma and healing.
• Childhood trauma and its impact on adulthood, personal relationships, and mental health.
• Emotional healing and the fear of facing trauma.
• Healing from trauma and finding joy through therapy and self-discovery.
• Healing from trauma through acknowledgment, inner child work, forgiveness, and self-love.
• The importance of self-awareness and forgiveness in our healing journeys.
• How and why to let go of the victim mentality.

Where to find Karena:

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• Karena's Book - Rise Above The Story

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Welcome to today's episode of How To Have Healthy Talks About Sex and Intimacy in A Confusing Culture.

When it comes to sex, our bodies, love, and intimacy, our kids are bombarded with false, unhealthy, and confusing messages.

How do we talk to our kids about what healthy relationships, sex and intimacy look like?

My special guest today is Dina Alexander, here to help us navigate this challenging landscape and empower our children with the knowledge they need for healthy, positive, and wonderful intimate relationships.

Dina is the author of "30 Days of Sex Talks for Ages 8-11: Empowering Your Child" and "30 Days of Sex Talks for Ages 12+: Empowering Your Child with Knowledge of Sexual Intimacy." She is also the founder and CEO of Educate and Empower Kids, an organization dedicated to strengthening families by teaching digital citizenship, media literacy, and healthy sexuality education—including the critical topic of online pornography.

In today's episode, Dina will provide parents with the tools and insights necessary to have these sometimes uncomfortable but essential discussions with our tweens and teens. We’ll explore how to foster relationships built on mutual respect and kindness and address the realities shaping our and our children's sex lives.

Where to find Dina:

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Welcome to the show today, and I am so glad you're here. I want to start today by sharing something that my friend Amy sent to me yesterday. This is a meme entitled "How to be a mom in 2017. "We could actually change that to "2024" because it still applies to us today.

Make sure your children's academic, emotional, psychological, mental, spiritual, physical, nutritional and social needs are met. While being careful not to overstimulate, under-stimulate, and properly medicate, helicopter, or neglect them in a screen-free processed foods-free, GMO-free, negative energy-free, plastic-free body positive, socially conscious, egalitarian but also authoritative, nurturing, but fostering independence. Gentle but not overly permissive, pesticide-free, two-story multilingual home preferably in a cul de sac, with a backyard and 1.5 siblings spaced at least two years apart for proper development. Also, don't forget the coconut oil.

Then, it goes on to say, "How to be a mom in literally every generation before ours. Feed them sometimes."

Oh my gosh, we were having a huge conversation about how we can feel so exhausted that we can feel like we've lost ourselves as moms or feel like we're constantly abandoning our own needs.

If you are relating to this, you're going to love my special guest today Heather Chauvin. Heather has been named the next-generation thought leader in parenting and women's leadership. She's the author of Dying to Be a Good Mother and the podcast host of Emotionally Uncomfortable, and Heather's work supports women to manage their energy and time so they don't have to sacrifice their impact at work or at home with their kids. And her mission is to crack women open to their deepest potential and lead the life their soul craves.

There are so many nuggets of wisdom and goodness in this episode, so let's dive in!

Where to find Heather:

• Website: https://www.heatherchauvin.com/
• Instagram: http://instagram.com/heatherchauvin
• Heather's Book: https://www.

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**"Our kids don't kill themselves because of lack of love. They can have absolutely everything and still struggle with suicidal thoughts. I hear it every day. "Well, my daughter is a college, and she said she's been really depressed. But she's not the type to kill herself." Sheryl, if I could tell you the number of times people told me and then two weeks later called me back and said, "Oh my God, my child attempted suicide or killed herself or himself or themselves. I do not want that to happen."

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Hi, friends; welcome to the show today.

And I'm so glad that you're here. Mental health and emotional wellness is something that we all want for our kids. And if our kids are struggling, if they're going through a tough time, if they're spending a lot of time in their bedrooms, and they're sad, and they are isolated and they're lonely, or you have a kid that is struggling with depression or anxiety or substance abuse.

It's heartbreaking. You feel powerless and confused; it's scary.

And the big question is, what do you do? That's what we ask ourselves. What do we do?

Well, my special guest today is AnneMoss Rogers is here with answers.

In this interview, AnneMoss bravely shares her heartbreaking journey of losing her son Charles to suicide. She opens up about the challenges leading up to his tragic passing, her struggles to support him through addiction, and what she would have done differently If only she'd known at the time.

AnneMoss is a dynamic mental health advocate, educator, and speaker. She is a TEDx speaker, and her blog, Emotionally Naked, has reached millions. She is the author of the award-winning memoir Diary of a Broken Mind and the best-selling book Emotionally Naked: A Teacher’s Guide to Preventing Suicide and Recognizing Students at Risk with co-writer Dr. Kimberly O’Brien.

She shares wonderful resources, which I want you to check out in the show notes. She also shares wisdom and what parents can do and say to create an environment where change is possible. There is support, healing, and hope available.

She also offers many free ebooks, so if you have a kid who is struggling with mental health, make sure in the show notes that you check those out.

So, without further ado, let's jump in.**

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Hi Friend,

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 1 of the Moms of Tweens and Teens podcast!

If you struggle to get your tweens and teens to do chores and help out around the house, you want to listen to this podcast!

My special guest is Lori Sugarman. She is a Certified Fair Play Facilitator and Family Coach and the author of the recently released book Our Home: The Love, Work, and Heart of Family.

During our conversation, Laurie shared a total mindset shift about how we approach chores in our homes—it blew my mind.

She gives us the language of what to say to promote getting your kids to help out, share the responsibilities of running a home, and see how working together is an opportunity to connect, partner, and empower each other.

**And I can’t wait for you to hear her share about us asking for help and why this can be a setup when it comes to fostering collaboration and mutual support in our homes.

Let's dive in!

Where to find Lori and Mentioned in this episode:**

Website: https://ourhomeourpride.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ourhomeourpride/ Lori's Book: Our Home: The Love, Work, and Heart of Family
Lori's Handout that I referenced: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cvr4puOABTA/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-sugarman-li-50592911/ *Please support the show HERE!***

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Welcome friend!

I believe we all want to feel inspired to make a positive difference in our world.

Today's episode is all about chasing those dreams of making a real difference in the world.

I'm super excited because we've got Angela Melfi on the show, co-founder of Threads Worldwide. Picture this: gorgeous, unique jewelry that's not just about beautiful but about doing good, too. Threads Worldwide is all about creating life-changing work for women worldwide through the creating and selling of fair trade artisan jewelry.

Angela and two of her friends set out to create a space where women artisans could truly own their craft and thrive. It's more than just a business; it's about building a community of leaders and change-makers, one stunning piece of jewelry at a time.

Today, we're chatting about what it takes to build a community, the ups and downs of starting a business from scratch, and how to make a meaningful impact while wrangling kids and chaos. So let's jump into this inspiring chat with Angela Melfi from Threads Worldwide.

**Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:**

• What is Threads Worldwide and how it was created?
• What were the biggest challenges and obstacles starting Threads Worldwide?
• Angela shares a few of the biggest things she has learned about herself in this process. And how she has grown as a person?
• Empowering teen girls through social entrepreneurship.
• Encouragement for the mom who wants to follow her passion but feels like it’s too late.

Where to Find Angela:

• Website for Threads Worldwide
• Instagram for Threads Worldwide
• Facebook
• Angela’s Instagram

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Hi Friend, Welcome to the show today. I’m so glad that you are tuning in and spending time with me.

As women and moms, we have a lot of power and influence. We are leaders. We are the CEO of our homes. We have beautiful feminine qualities and gifts inside of us.

But rarely do we talk about the feminine gifts when it comes to being influential and powerful. We tend to undervalue or overlook our feminine power.

In this episode, we are going to dig into how to harness our feminine power with My special guest, colleague, and friend, Lauren Schifferdecker. Lauren is the author of her recently released book She’s Not Crazy - Dare To Understand Your Feminine POwer for true freedom, success, and Influence.

Lauren is also a TEDx Speaker, CEO, and psychotherapist. She was recently named a top “Power Woman” by Sheridan Road magazine and “The Most Influential Women Entrepreneur Thriving in the Healthcare System” by Healthcare Insights magazine.

**In this episode, Lauren shares with us how we can embrace our feminine power to find freedom, balance, peace, and success in life.

Where to find Lauren:

Her book:** SHE'S NOT CRAZY: Dare to Understand Your Feminine Power for True Freedom, Success, and Influencelauren@inspirecounselingcenter.com
Website: inspirecounselingcenter.com
TEDx | Facebook | @inspire_counseling

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Welcome friend,

I am super honored to have Rachel Marie Martin on the show today. If you don’t recognize her name, she is the writer behind the site FindingJoy.net.

She’s written about divorce, heartbreak and reconnecting with an estranged child, dealing with an autoimmune disease in her youngest, feeling overwhelmed with littles, living through financial crises, waiting up for teens, and simply being overwhelmed and overjoyed by the day in, day out demands of motherhood.

A second marriage, co-parenting, being a bonus (step) mom to four more amazing people, moving across the country, anxiety, and being an entrepreneur and coach.

She believes in the power of the human spirit to overcome, to thrive and to find deep joy, and because of that, she pours out her heart via her site and so many platforms she has written for.

**She recently released her latest book, Mom Enough: Inspiring Letters for the Wonderfully Exhausting but Totally Normal Days of Motherhood, where she offers encouragement for moms by sharing over 40 personal letters through her journey.

She are going to love what she has to share. Let's dive in!

Where to connect with Rachel and get her book:

Her book: Mom Enough**

Official site: https://findingjoy.net

Facebook: @findingjoy

Instagram: @finding_joy

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Jesse LeBeau is one of today’s most highly sought-after youth speakers and teen coaches. His unlikely underdog story has inspired millions of teens through his speaking, best-selling books, and youth programs.

He is one of the world's premiere basketball trick artists and is regularly featured on TV, film, and international tours. Jesse travels all around the country, speaking at schools to youth, and has a reality series called ‘The LeBeau Show,’ where you can follow him around the country and see firsthand his significant impact on youth, particularly teens who are struggling.

Jesse is also the founder of The Attitude Advantage Program (TAAP), which is a comprehensive approach to helping teens build incredible confidence, grit, and resilience. His program transforms teens' lives by teaching vital life lessons to improve self-esteem and positively impact the direction of their lives.

I can’t wait for you to get to meet Jesse and hear him share his story, share with us what we can do to help our kids today and learn more about his program, how he can support your kids and the radical difference he is making in kids' lives.

Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• What are youth struggling the most with?
• What’s the most important factor in helping our youth today?
• What are some things parents can do to guide their kids through challenges and help them to find happiness and fulfillment?
• Building resilience in children through sports and life lessons.
• Developing mental toughness in kids through sports and mentorship.
• Empowering youth and parents through a positive mindset.

Links

• Website
• Think Like A Star Podcast
• Instagram
• YouTube

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Hi Friend Happy New Year 2024!

I am so excited about this new Year - I am leading a workshop next week, Creating an Abundant Mom Life in 2024, on Wednesday, January 17th at 12N CDT - you can register on the Moms of Tweens and Teens website, and I’m sharing the link in the show notes here: https://momsoftweensandteens.mykajabi.com/creating-abundant-2024

Kristin Bartholomew is here with me today and she is an EQ-i Certified Executive Coach and Leadership Development Specialist with over 10 years of experience in high-performance organizations, such as Willow Creek Church and Chick-fil-A. Her skill lies in helping clients see where they are blind or stuck, and moving them to a place of choice. Once a client chooses to move, she is skilled at helping them finish the change process.

**As a mom of 3, Kristin knows firsthand the challenges of finding the balance between chasing after professional dreams and maintaining intentional motherhood. she helps women step outside of themselves to identify ways they are being held back from the life they desire and deserve.

Where you can connect with Kristin:**

• Her website
• Her blog
• Podcast
  • Spotify
  • Apple Podcasts
  • iHeart Radio
  • Amazon Music
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn

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If you have an ADHD kid you understand the frustration, arguing and misunderstanding this can cause for parents and their kids.

My special guest today is Dr. Norrine Russell, she is an Executive Functioning & ADHD Expert who founded Russell Coaching for Students in 2009. She is also the mother of two atypical children. Dr. Russell knows firsthand that being a parent of a struggling student is tough.

In this episode, Dr. Russell shares

• Parenting struggles and self-care for moms. 0:01
  • Sheryl Gould discusses parenting tweens and teens in today's world, shares personal experiences, and offers encouragement to listeners.
  • Sheryl Gould and Noreen Russell discuss the importance of giving oneself grace and accepting limitations, particularly in parenting.
  • Noreen shares insights from her bonus call, including the common themes of exhaustion, weariness, and the need for self-care and self-compassion.
• Parenting neurodiverse children and self-care. 5:26
  • Dr. Norrine Russell emphasizes the importance of recognizing it's okay not to have all the answers, especially for parents of neurodiverse children.
  • She encourages listeners to prioritize self-care and step away from the pressure to be perfect and fix everything.
  • Sheryl Gould and Dr. Norrine Russell discuss the pressure to create perfect holidays and lives, and the importance of being authentic and acknowledging where we are.
  • They emphasize the need to let go of the idea that there's a "right" way to do things and to embrace imperfection and authenticity.
• Parenting pressures and self-trust. 11:53
  • Dr. Norrine Russell and Sheryl Gould discuss the pressure parents face from endless parenting tips and the need to trust themselves and their own experiences.
  • They suggest posting questions instead of tips to encourage self-reflection and authenticity in parenting.
  • Dr. Norrine Russell and Sheryl Gould discuss the importance of questioning societal expectations and defining what matters to individuals an

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On today's episode, we're joined by the incredible Dayna Abraham. Dayna Abraham has become a trusted and proven leader in the parenting community. An award-winning, national board-certified educator who has spent over ten years in the classroom, she is the founder of the popular parenting site Lemon Lime Adventures.

**She is also the CEO of Calm the Chaos, a seven-figure company that offers support to thousands of parents worldwide. Today we discuss Dayna’s recent book, Calm The Chaos and we talk about parenting a challenging kid and Dayna shares the importance of how we can shift our perspective of how we view our kids and their challenging behaviors AND she shares some great nuggets from her book that will help to ground us in the heat of the challenging moments while finding calm in the chaos.

Here are some key talking points from the interview:**

• As an educator, she noticed that kids with behavioral issues often had more going on beneath the surface, and she wanted to find ways to support them.
• Dana shares her personal journey of dealing with her eldest son's challenging behavior, including being kicked out of preschool and frequent suspensions.
• Dana discusses the shift in mindset needed when dealing with challenging behaviors in children. Instead of seeing the behavior as attacks or violence, she emphasizes the importance of understanding that the child is struggling and needs support.
• Dana introduces four key ingredients for addressing challenges: connection, understanding, empowerment, and the parent being grounded. These ingredients provide a framework that can be adapted to each unique family and child, acknowledging that there is no one-size-fits-all solution.
• Anchors are tools or phrases that ground parents in the heat of challenging moments. Examples include using a memory anchor, such as picturing the child as a baby, or simple phrases like "there is no bear" to signal safety to the brain.
• Dana shares a powerful example of a conversation with her son highlighting the importance of empowering discussions rather than enforcing strict boundaries.

Where to find Dayna:

• Calm the Chaos: A Fail-Proof Road Map for Parenting Even the Most Challenging

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Welcome to the show today.

When our kids leave for college, it can be an exciting time but also a scary time. When our kids are in our home, we may have an illusion of control or at least some influence on their decisions and keeping them safe and now we can’t make sure that they are okay.

Then they leave, and we worry - will they make good decisions? Will they be okay? What if they are sick and don’t tell me or go to the doctor if it’s serious? Will they make friends? What if they are feeling homesick or anxious or depressed, or what if they go to a party and binge drink?

It can be a really helpless feeling AND we know that it’s a necessary part of growing up to give them the space and opportunity to make their own decisions, figure things out, and not to be calling them all the time.

Well Dr. Jill Grimes is here to help us. She is an award-winning author of the the humorous and evidence-based “The ULTIMATE College Student Health Handbook: Your Guide for Everything from Hangovers to Homesickness” She is passionate about prevention.

We talk a lot about some of the bigger things that we worry about like alcohol and drugs in their episode and how we can talk to our kids.

As a proud Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians, her practical and evidence-based advice covers all ages, genders and body parts. Dr. Grimes has always enjoyed educating, in and out of the exam rooms. Her message is shared across all media platforms, from print magazines and online forums, to radio talk shows and television.

As a parent of freshly graduated college students herself, Dr. Grimes is especially empathetic to the medical challenges these young people experience.

Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• What do teen parents need to know about today’s party culture (that is different from what we experienced)?
• Is “weed” a big deal or not? Isn’t it less dangerous than alcohol?
• What is “blackout drinking”? (Lots of risks here that both parents & kids don’t realize, including legal risks with consent)
• Fentanyl use and Narcan availability in college students.
• Weed's effects on mental health and genetics.

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Welcome, friend, to the show.

Who is listening and has a strong-willed tween or teen?

If you’re raising your hand - I know how exhausting, frustrating, and overwhelming it can be.

Wendy Snyder is a Certified Positive Parenting Educator and Family Life Coach known for her work through Fresh Start Family.

I absolutely loved my conversation with Wendy. We talk about the challenges, the feelings of despair and exhaustion you can experience, and the healing journey our strong-willed kids can take us on like no other.

Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• Is there really a way to get strong-willed tweens or teens to comply without nagging, yelling, threatening, or punishing them?
• What are some steps to increase cooperation and decrease pushback?
• What is the difference between responsive and reactive parenting?
• When it comes to discipline, what messages do our kids need to come away with?
• What connection over correction means.

Where to find Wendy:

• Website
• Podcast
• Instagram

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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I'm thrilled to have Brooke Romney with us today. Brooke is a best-selling author and a book '52 Modern Manners for Teens: Part I & II,' and '52 Modern Manners for Kids'. Brooke brings a wealth of knowledge and practical advice to the table.In our conversation, Brooke shares invaluable nuggets of wisdom on fostering connection and supporting our kids to excel in relationships, school, work, and life. She doesn’t just focus on teaching skills and manners; Brooke offers fantastic ideas for building traditions and meaningful connections with our kids, especially during Thanksgiving and the holiday season. Her approach is not only educational but also incredibly fun and engaging.And there's more. For those struggling with gift ideas for tween and teen boys, stay tuned until the end of the episode. Brooke has some great suggestions that you won't want to miss.So, let's dive in and discover how we can better connect with our teens, teach them valuable life skills, and create lasting family traditions.Let’s dive in! Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• What inspired a book on manners, especially with teens?
• What are the challenges that our kids and teens are facing today regarding manners?
• You are passionate about the power of connection when it comes to the parent-child relationship - what threatens that connection - how can parents get it back?
• Ideas for Thanksgiving and Christmas - can you share some ideas to build a connection with our teens?
• Hot gift ideas this year?

Where to find Brooke:
Books:

• 52 Modern Manners For Today's Teens Volume 1
• 52 Modern Manners For Today's Teens Volume 2
• 52 Modern Manners for Kids
• Website
• Instagram
• Facebook

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I think one of the hardest things to figure out as a parent of a tween or teen is when to step in and when to step back, especially when you see them struggling or they aren’t making the choice that you want them to make.

And when we do step in or offer our advice, it falls on deaf ears or, worse results in an argument.

Well, my special guest today is Dr. Emily Kline.

She’s here today to talk about her new book, The School of Hard Talks: How to Have Real Conversations with Your (Almost Grown) Kids.

In this interview, Emily shares her research-backed approach that prevents power struggles and pushback and builds stronger relationships through better conversations about any topic: curfews, sex, drugs, rock ‘n’ roll, college applications, and beyond.

Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• What is motivational interviewing, and what are the benefits?
• When does it make sense to use rewards and punishments to motivate kids, and when does that not make sense?
• Why do parents get on their older kids’ nerves, and why do our teens and tweens dismiss parents’ input?
• Understand how to suppress your parental “righting reflex” – the almost irresistible urge to help by offering reassurance and advice.
• How can we help our tweens and teens navigate their decisions and dilemmas competently?
• What are some ways to handle conflict that are productive and nurture the relationship?

Where to find Dr. Emily Kline:

• Website
• Book: The School of Hard Talks
• Instagram

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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As parents, we want our children to take responsibility for their schoolwork, chores, and choices. We want them to grow into independent adults, but when we see them struggling, we sometimes step in and problem-solve, telling them exactly what to do or even doing things ourselves. The problem is the more controlling we are with our kids, the more we can get in the way of them becoming confident, resilient, self-motivated, and independent.

How do we shift gears to supporting our children’s independence and confidence? How can we do less so they do more?

My special guest, Dr. Emily Edlynn, is here to share her book, Autonomy-Supportive Parenting, Reduce Parental Burnout and Raise Competent, Confident Children.

This is a great conversation about our struggle with letting go and allowing our kids to be independent and how we can get out of the way and support our tween's and teen’s independence, confidence, and motivation.

Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• What does it mean to move from full-service to self-service with our kids?
• The importance of having a chore routine.
• Supportive parenting is about increasing internal motivation and how we do this with teens and tweens.
• The three fundamental human needs of autonomy.
• The importance of asking open-ended questions instead of lectures.
• The power of emotional connection with our teens and tweens.
• Controlling vs. autonomy-supportive parenting.
• What it means to be a good-enough parent.
• How we should aim for influence but not control.

Where to find Dr. Emily Edlynn:

• Website
• Substack
• Instagram
• Facebook
• Twitter

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Today, I'm talking with Ali Flynn, educator and creator of Hang in There, Mama. Ali and I discuss the joys and hardships of raising teens with an open heart, honesty, and some tears. She is a mom to four daughters and offers daily encouragement and support to moms while keeping it real and letting them know they are not alone on their motherhood journey.

Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• The struggle to let go of our teens as they prepare to leave the nest.
• Why do we struggle so much with feeling like enough?
• Not measuring our worth as a mom by our kid's successes or failures.
• Letting go of the comparison trap parents fall into with other parents.
• Why holding tighter to our teens instead of loosening our grip has the opposite effect?
• Trusting our teens more and more to help with the transition from teen to young adult.

Where to find Ali and Hang In There Mama:

• Website
• Instagram
• Facebook

Support the showCheck out our Moms of Tweens and Teens website HERE Sign up for our Moms of Tweens and Teens newsletter HERE

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Hi Friend,

One thing I know for sure is you are here and listening because you want to be the parent you can be. You want to have your home be a place where your kids thrive and feel safe and loved.

But how often do we feel like we fall short? We get so many conflicting messages and advice - it can be totally overwhelming and confusing - and then much of what we hear doesn’t work because each of our kids is unique, our families are unique, and we have unique personalities and ways that we parent.

Well, today, my special guest is Donna Tetreault.

Donna is a national TV parenting journalist. Currently she does work for NBC on NBC News Now ‘Modern Parenting’ segment. She has been seen on The Today Show, Dr. Phil, The Doctors, and more.

I’m so excited for you to hear Donna talk about her best-selling book, The C.A.S.T.L.E. Method, where she simplifies for us what really matters in order to lay a strong foundation in your family.

Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• What is the CASTLE method, and how can we use it when parenting our tweens and teens?
• Why is compassion the foundation of all the other principles?
• How can we help our kids identify their emotions?
• What is the link between our self-compassion towards ourselves and how we show up with our kids?
• How can moms develop more self-compassion?
• What is Perceived rejection, and how does it affect the brain of our teens?
• Helpful and harmful expectations parents and society put on our kids.

Links

• Website
• Instagram
• The CASTLE Method Book

Support the showCheck out our Moms of Tweens and Teens website HERE Sign up for our Moms of Tweens and Teens newsletter HERE

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Find awesome resources on MOTTs University: https://www.mottsuniversity.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Teaching my kids about money wasn’t easy for me.

If you are listening in and want to support your tween or teen to learn about money - the value of a dollar, how to make and invest money, and to get a vision for how they can build wealth for their future, you will love this episode.

Today my special guest is Robert Farrington, he is America’s Millennial Money Expert® and America’s Student Loan Debt Expert™. He is also the founder of The College Investor, which is an awesome website full of resources.

I learned so much talking to Robert about empowering and equipping our kids with money. He is full of creative ideas and resources that are fun and will not only motivate your kids but also, if you’re like me, you will feel inspired from listening to Robert too!

Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• Is there a difference between Gen Z and Millennials and how they view money?
• How do you teach tweens and teens about money and starting to save?
• How would you recommend parents encourage teens to save rather than burn through all the money?
• What are some other tools to help parents teach their children about managing money?
• What are a few top tips for parents, tweens, and teens when paying for college and financial aid?
• What are some practical tips to get out of student loan debt?
• What are a few of the most popular side hustles to make money for teenagers or those in their 20s trying to pay off student loan debt?

Where to find Robert:

• Website
• Podcast
• Instagram
• Facebook
• YouTube
• Twitter

Support the showCheck out our Moms of Tweens and Teens website HERE Sign up for our Moms of Tweens and Teens newsletter HERE

Find more encouragement, wisdom, and resources:

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Join our Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Momsoftweensandteens

Find awesome resources on MOTTs University: https://www.mottsuniversity.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Today, on the podcast, I talk with Ciara Fanlo. Ciara is a writer and the founder of Homing Instinct, a platform that offers support for teens and their families.

As a child and teen, Ciara felt depressed, anxious, self-harming, and suicidal. She went to countless therapists, took over a dozen medications, and was sent to a hospital, wilderness therapy, and a therapeutic boarding school. While she had some healing experiences, she largely felt that the psychiatric and residential health care systems failed to address the root causes and acknowledge the humanity and innate wisdom of teens.

After leaving treatment, Ciara committed to recovery on a different path. She came off all her medications, repaired her relationships with family, and graduated college with honors. She worked in different therapeutic settings and at a couple of large tech companies before deciding to devote her life to guiding teens. She now uses her experiences and insight to support teens in their healing.

You’re going to love this conversation! Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• What was going on when she was a teenager that she was struggling so much?
• Was there something at the time that parents could have done that would have been helpful?
• How do parents impact their kids?
• Ciara eventually found healing and actually got off medications, and graduated college with honors. What created that shift?
• What wisdom and insight Ciara has for caregivers with a troubled teen like herself.
• What do our teens think when parents try to “help” them better? What do parents do that is helpful and not so helpful?

Links

• Website
• Instagram
• Facebook

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Find more encouragement, wisdom, and resources:

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Find awesome resources on MOTTs University: https://www.mottsuniversity.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Maggie Ullrich is a mom whose mission is to normalize anxiety. She is the host of the Crazy Sexy Anxiety Podcast and ranked 43rd in the BODi network (formally Beachbody).

Today, Maggie and I talked about anxiety and becoming an overcomer. And finding meaning and purpose in the midst of our challenges.

Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• Being open and honest about taking the anti-anxiety medicine.
• Creating a new narrative about anxiety.
• What to do with negative thoughts and how to avoid them overtaking you.
• The importance of community when we walk through difficult times.
• Walking a child through a tough emotional season.
• Our stories can be someone else's survival guide.

Where to find Maggie:

• Website: Crazy Sexy Anxiety
• Podcast
• Instagram
• Facebook

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Find more encouragement, wisdom, and resources:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Join our Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Momsoftweensandteens

Find awesome resources on MOTTs University: https://www.mottsuniversity.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Hi friend, So glad that you are joining me today.

I am thrilled to share this conversation with you. Understanding our tween's and teen's rollercoaster of emotions and how to cope and support them isn't easy.

My special guest today is Dr. Lisa Damour. Dr. Damour is a clinical psychologist and author of three New York Times bestsellers, Untangled, Under Pressure, and her latest book, The Emotional Lives of Teenagers. She is also the co-host of the Ask Lisa podcast and is recognized as a thought leader by the American Psychological Association. She earned degrees from both Yale and the University of Michigan and has more than 30 years of experience working with teens and families.

Her latest book, The Emotional Lives of Teenagers, is a life-changing book that we talk about today.

A few of the things Lisa shares with us:

• What does emotional health mean for our teens?
• Some common myths about emotions and how to help your teen manage them.
• Typical adolescent development of the brain and emotions.
• Helping our teens become more independent from us.
• What is costly coping, and how can parents be on the lookout for it?
• How do we know when our kids are in distress and need intervention?
• What are some of the developmental things that are going on that cause teens to be on this emotional roller coaster and how do we support them?

You are going to love Dr. Lisa Damour and what she shares today with us.

Where to find Lisa:

• Her Book:The Emotional Lives Of Teenagers
• Lisa's Website
• The Ask Lisa Podcast
• Instagram
• Facebook
• YouTube

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Find more encouragement, wisdom, and resources:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Join our Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Momsoftweensandteens

Find awesome resources on MOTTs University: https://www.mottsuniversity.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Welcome to the show today, and I’m so glad that you’re joining me.

If you have a tween or teen, I know without a doubt that there are days when you say to yourself, “What are they thinking?!”

One day I woke up, and I had an alien living in my house. This was my first rodeo with a tween, and it felt like things changed overnight. I had no idea what I was doing. And on top of that, my daughter wasn’t talking as much. She began fighting to be independent and became moody and wasn’t wanting to go to school. I didn’t understand what was going on or how to talk to her.

Today I have a very special guest joining us. Zach Gottlieb, who is an amazing 17-year-old who is the founder of Talk With Zach.

Zach has created this Gen Z movement and community to provide a safe space where teens don’t feel alone in what they’re going through. He openly talks about relationships coping with emotions and inspires mental well-being and to make the world a better place. His motto: “We can’t change what we don’t talk about.”

I can’t wait for you to hear what Zach has to share about what kids today want their parents and other adults to know about how their generation is doing—and the best ways to support them. And perhaps most crucially, we'll delve into the mental health crisis among teens and what Gen Z wants older generations to truly understand.

As parents, we often assume we know what's important to our kids, but what might we be missing? It's time to listen, learn, and bridge the gap.

**Let’s jump right in!

What you will learn:**

• What’s the worst thing you can do to your teen when they confide in you?
• What are some of the things teens want to talk about?
• Why Zach says parents should stop sharing viral college acceptance videos.
• What do most teens today want their parents and other adults to know about how their generation is doing—and the best ways to support them?
• What does Gen-Z want older generations to know about the mental health crisis among teens right now?
• As parents, we think we know what is important to our kids, but what might we be missing?

Where to find Zach:

• Instagram
• Website

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Hi Friend, and welcome to today's show. I'm so glad you've joined me.

If you have a tween or teen daughter, you know just how challenging these years can be. Filled with insecurity, self-doubt, and self-criticism, it's easy for our girls to lose sight of their own worth and potential.

I'm thrilled to introduce Katie, the President and CEO of Bloomfully. Katie is truly passionate about building the confidence of young girls, tweens, and women. Her mission is to empower them to grow beyond the traps of comparing themselves, constant criticism, and overwhelming self-doubt. She firmly believes that every girl and every woman is unique and absolutely essential in this world.

Today, we delve into the topic of helping our daughters grow in self-confidence and empowering them to believe in themselves. It's a conversation that holds tremendous importance in today's society, and Katie brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to guide us on this journey.

This episode will equip and encourage you and your daughter to embrace the incredible individuals you truly are.

Without further ado, let's jump right in and welcome Katie to the show.

What you will learn:

• What are some suggestions to stop the negative self-talk and the comparison game?
• What is the “Grow and Share” living pattern? And how does this create a happy tween?
• What can we do to build up confidence in our daughters that will help her now and in the future?
• Why are habits important, and how can moms start to teach habits to their kids?
• When friends are mean and drama starts - what is the best way to handle it?
• What are some things a mom can say to her daughter when friends are being mean?

Where to find Katie:

• Website
• Podcast
• Instagram
• Facebook

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Master Rich Grogan is a Master Martial Artist, 6th Degree Black Belt, and a Bully Proof & Self-Defense Expert with over 40 years of experience. Having personally experienced bullying as a victim, bystander, and parent of his own child being bullied, he has made it his life’s work to empower kids, parents, teens, and adults with hope and the self-confidence to believe in themselves to Become Bully Proof.

Today we talk about Rich’s new book, Becoming Bully Proof.

Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• Has bullying become worse in recent years?
• How do we help to bully-proof our kids?
• What are the ABCs of being bully-proof?
• What are some of the common mistakes that we make as parents that disempower our kids when they are experiencing bullying?
• What should parents say to empower their kids if they are being bullied?
• What questions does every parent need to know the answer to regarding bullying?

Where to find Rich, his book and links mentioned in podcast:

• Website
• Podcast
• Instagram
• Facebook
• YouTube

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Find more encouragement, wisdom, and resources:

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Join our Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Momsoftweensandteens

Find awesome resources on MOTTs University: https://www.mottsuniversity.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Hi Friend,

If you are feeling tired today and weighed down by the daily grind of being a mom and all the responsibilities.

Or you’re feeling like a bad mom or here because you need some encouragement today. I’m so glad that you’re here listening because

My special guest today is Meredith Ethington, and you are going to feel super encouraged and reassured after listening.

Today, we get into the real, honest, and humorous about the job of being a mom.

Meredith is an award-winning writer and is here today to talk about her recently published book, The Mother Load, Surviving the Daily Grind Without Losing Your Ever-Loving Mind.

Her blog, Perfection Pending, and her writing are viewed by hundreds of thousands every day that want to see the real side of motherhood and know that they are not alone. She is the co-owner and editor at Filterfreeparents.com

In this episode, we talk about the mental load we carry as moms and the expectations we put on ourselves, as well as challenges with depression and anxiety and how to be present and show up for our kids.

**The nuggets of wisdom Meredith shares will help you to feel a little less crazy and a whole lot less alone.

Let's dive in!**

Where to buy Meredith's book and find her:

• The Mother Load, Surviving the Daily Grind Without Losing Your Ever-Loving Mind
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Twitter
• Perfection Pending Blog
• Filter Free Parents Website

What you will learn:

• The mental load we carry as moms.
• Nuggets of wisdom to make us feel less crazy and a whole lot less alone.
• What our deepest roots of desire are, and how that affects our parenting.
• The expectations moms put on themselves.
• The taboo subject of struggling

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Deepali Vee - yas is the founder and CEO of Fearless+.

Fearless+ is a digital platform that Deepali describes as LinkedIn Meets TikTok meets MasterClass.

I wish my kids would have had something like Fearless plus when they were in middle school and high school.

Fearless plus is kind of like a virtual resume that motivates and inspires kids to share their stories, hobbies and experiences. It’s a place where they develop the skills they need to be successful as well as connecting them with opportunities, mentors, colleges, and employers And it’s fun!

I am excited to have you hear more about Deepali and what she is doing to empower the next generation to succeed.

Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• Which three character traits do kids need to develop in order to succeed?
• What are the main challenges that students face today that make it difficult to succeed in school?
• How does the Fearless+ platform help our kids?
• How can parents help prepare their kids to help prepare for the reality of the real world?
• How important is work experience?
• What are some things parents can do to help their tweens and teens to be successful in school and in the real world?

Where to find Deepali:

• Deepali’s Fearless+ profile
• LinkedIn
• Instagram
• TikTok
• Facebook

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Find awesome resources on MOTTs University: https://www.mottsuniversity.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Who here feels exhausted and overwhelmed with how much you have to get done on a daily basis?

Do you often feel disorganized and like you're flying by the seat of your pants most of the time?

Do you notice that you feel resentful a lot because you're tired of doing all the things, all the time, for all the people?

Well, help is here.

My special guest is Laura Hernandez, who is the founder of Mama Systems.

Laura and her husband, Tony, are raising ten children in the Dallas area. In the past four and a half years, they have added six new children to their family... three biologically and three through adoption.

Laura’s large and unconventional family forced her to create systems that helped her family run smoothly. As a result, it reduced her daily workload, and her house became a place of peace.

Today we talk about systems in our homes - why and how to create them and how it can reduce decision fatigue, restore our sanity and create peace in our homes.

Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• How do moms decide which systems to implement?
• What changes did you begin to see in your family once you implemented various systems?
• What if you are a person that struggles with systems - where do you start?
• How do you motivate your kids?
• How would you encourage moms to get their kids on board, especially the mom that is starting this with older kids?
• What are some tried and true systems that you have implemented that have created more peace and time for yourself?
• How to teach your kids systems so they can become more independent and responsible.

Where to find Laura:

• Laura's freebie to her self-care guide - https://www.mamasystems.net/self-care
• Mamasystems.net
• Facebook
• Instagram
• YouTube

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Ugh. Middle school friends can be so challenging. And many of us, including myself, can carry the feelings of rejection or the belief that we won’t be accepted by “those” women, or something is wrong with me and I’m just not likable or pretty or funny or smart enough, and we feel isolated and lonely.

Today, my special guest is Amy Weatherly, who is so relatable, honest, and has a down-to-earth sense of humor.

Amy is on the show to talk about her latest book that she co-authored with Jess Johnson for our middle school girls about friendship, I'll Be There (And Let's Make Friendship Bracelets): A Girl's Guide to Making and Keeping Real-Life Friendships.

Amy and Jess created a Facebook page called Sister, I Am With You, which currently has over a million followers, where they get real about the ins and outs, the ups and down, and all the in-betweens of friendship.

You have probably seen her face on The Today Show, MSN.com, Good Morning America, Yahoo.com, Love What Matters, Focus on the Family, and of course, her own social media pages where she loves building communities of women who support each other fiercely.

Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• Prioritizing friendships.
• How social media has made us lonelier.
• Why do so many of us struggle with being people pleasers?
• Popularity vs. belonging.
• Changing our mindset around friendships.
• How we all struggle with friendships even if no one is talking about it.
• Being a friend that is not easily offended.
• How moms and caregivers can come alongside their tweens and teens when they are struggling with friendships.

Where to find Amy:

• Book for 8-12-year-olds: I'll Be There (And Let's Make Friendship Bracelets): A Girl's Guide to Making and Keeping Real-Life Friendships.
• Book for teens and adults:

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**Yes, there are cool things about middle school, like more independence, new friends, and new activities. But there’s plenty of hard stuff too, like cliques, harsh judgment, the whole “popularity” thing, and, of course, drama.

Today my special guest is Jessica Speer. Jessica is an award-winning author of books for kids and teens*. She blends science, and stories, and unpacks tricky stuff that surfaces during childhood and adolescence. She has a master’s degree in social sciences and explores topics in ways that connect with kids.*

We discuss some of the important topics facing middle schoolers today that are covered in her latest book Middle School―Safety Goggles Advised: Exploring the Weird Stuff from Gossip to Grades, Cliques to Crushes, and Popularity to Peer Pressure.

We discuss the tween/teen social dynamics and development.

Let’s dive in.

Jessica shares:

• Why middle school is such a tricky time for so many kids - boys and girls.
• What is happening socially that can tend to make the tween and teen years particularly difficult socially to navigate?
• What some of the repeated themes are that middle schoolers face today.
• Why changing friendships are so common in middle school, and how parents can support their kids during this time.
• What she learned while interviewing middle schoolers about conflict and aggressive behavior.
• Advice for moms that have a struggling middle schooler.

Links

• Website: https://jessicaspeer.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-speer-46b6457/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessica_speer_author/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/SpeerAuthor
• Jessica’s Books: https://jessicaspeer.com/jessica-speer-books/

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Tim Williams is the host of the podcast “Thrivehood.” His podcast offers a relevant life roadmap for boys and young men by providing them with practical advice, relatable stories, and a sense of community.

Also known as “Uncle Tim,” he provides seasoned wisdom sprinkled with offbeat humor as he provides advice on goal-setting, time management, and overcoming limiting beliefs.

Let’s dive in.

What you will learn:

• Why is there so little support available for teen/tween boys?
• What kinds of topics are covered on the Thrivehood podcast?
• What do moms need to know about their son’s adolescent years?
• How can moms get their sons talking and opening up to them?
• What words of wisdom Tim has for fathers.

Links from episode

• Podcast: https://www.thrivehoodpodcast.com/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thrivehoodpodcast
• YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thrivehoodpodcast
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivehood_podcast/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThrivehoodP

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I've been hearing from so many of you who have kids who are being bullied or have been bullied, and they are really struggling. I've also heard from many of you whose kid is the bully and acting out in abusive ways towards others.
**Well, this is a fascinating episode that you want to listen to.

My special guest is Dr. Jennifer Fraser, who is the founder of The Bullied Brain (*www.bulliedbrain.com). She is an award-winning teacher of 20 years, an international presenter, and a published author. Dr. Fraser is here today to talk about her latest book, The Bullied Brain: Heal Your Scars and Restore Your Health. *In this episode, Dr. Fraser explains what we need to understand about how all forms of bullying and abuse affect our tween's and teens’ brains and how to help both the bullied and the bully heal.

So much of what she shares is extremely helpful in explaining tweens' and teens' behavior, such as grades falling, trouble with problem-solving, wanting to play video games 24/7, anxiety, and skipping school. If we want to support our kids to heal, we need to understand the way the brain works.**

"It appears that our bullying epidemic is not cured by blaming, shaming, and ostracizing. It is time for a revolution in how we think about and how we educate ourselves and children about bullying. It needs to be seen as a medical, not a moral problem, especially in childhood. It needs to be instantly identified. The perpetrator needs to be held accountable. Healing needs to begin."

So on that note, let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• What verbal abuse does to our children’s brains?
• What happens to the brain when a child is bullied?
• Why do kids abuse or bully other kids?
• Why bullying is more than a moral issue – it’s a medical issue.
• Why the way society deals with abuse is outdated, and what should we be doing instead?
• What are some things parents can do when their child is being bullied?
• Why it’s so easy for kids (and adults) to partake in cyberbullying. And what this does to our empathy for each other.
• What happens to a child’s brain when a parent gives them the silent treatment?

Links from the episode:

• Website:

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Rachel Macy Stafford is the New York Times bestselling author of Hands-Free Mama, Hands-Free Life, Only Love Today, and Live Love Now. Rachel is a certified special education teacher whose personal strategies are universal invitations to embrace life with urgency and cultivate connection despite the distractions of our culture.

Today she joins the podcast to talk about her new book: Soul Shift: The Weary Human’s Guide to Getting Unstuck and Reclaiming Your Path to Joy. You’ll love this conversation about learning to recognize and utilize our emotional triggers as invitations to release limiting beliefs, build healthy connections, and expand our capacity to flourish.

Let’s dive in.

What you will learn:

• What our to-do lists are preventing us from experiencing?
• The process of breaking free from control.
• How we choose what gets priority in our lives versus what we should choose.
• What shifts Rachel began to see in her children as she experienced a soul shift herself.
• The benefits of being authentic with others.
• Releasing the need for our children to fit in our preconceived ideas and letting them be themselves completely.
• The distinction between mindfulness, gratitude, and toxic positivity.

Where to find Rachel:

• https://www.facebook.com/TheHandsFreeRevolution
• https://www.instagram.com/handsfreerevolution/
• https://twitter.com/handsfreemama
• https://www.pinterest.com/handsfreemama/

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Kimball Lewis is the CEO of EmpoweringParents.com, which is dedicated to empowering parents with the tools to manage the most challenging behavior problems. Kimball is committed to ensuring that the timeless and practical parenting advice of James Lehman and The Total Transformation® endures for future generations of parents struggling to manage the most challenging child behavior problems.

Today, Kimball and I discuss setting limits and boundaries and how to enforce consequences with our tweens and teens.

Let’s dive in.

What you will learn:

• Why do parents struggle so much with settling limits with our tweens and teens?
• What are some of the common mistakes parents make when it comes to setting limits?
• What happens when there are no limits?
• Where can parents start setting limits?
• How do you decide what your basic values are in the household?
• Why are consequences necessary?
• How are consequences different than punishment?
• What are some of the mistakes parents make when it comes to setting consequences?
• What are some effective consequences?

Connect with Empowering Parents and Kimball Lewis:

Site: https://www.empoweringparents.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ParentingAdvice

Instagram: @empowering_parents

Twitter: @Emp_Parents

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On the show today, my special guest is Dr. Sarah Bren.

Dr. Bren is a licensed clinical psychologist and the host of the Securely Attached podcast. And she is dedicated to helping families to build relationships that are rooted in trust, respect, and cooperation and creating a strong foundation for the kind of healthy childhood that leads to emotional well-being and meaningful relationships throughout life.

In this episode - Creating a Secure Attachment With Your Adolescent, we discuss what it means to be securely attached to our children and tips for connecting with your tween or teen when you feel triggered, and more great stuff.

So let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• What is the difference between attachment parenting and being securely attached to your parent/child?
• Tips for connecting with your teen when you feel triggered.
• What does it mean to co-regulate?
• Recognizing when you and your teen are in a power struggle and how to pick your battles.
• How to help your teen regulate themselves and when to have discussions with them.
• Understanding when teens are more apt to listen and when their brains cannot process logic.

Links

• Site: https://drsarahbren.com/
• LinkenIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/upshur-bren/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsarahbren/
• Podcast: https://drsarahbren.com/podcast

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Experts say that chronic sleep deprivation among teenagers has been linked to worse academic performance and mental and physical health problems, substance abuse, and drowsy driving. Because of the litany of public health risks, the American Academy of Pediatrics has called for schools to start no earlier than 8:30 a.m., as even 60 extra minutes of sleep per night can have major benefits in staving off long-term health issues.

My guest today, Lisa L. Lewis, advocated for California’s law for a later start time in High Schools and recently published a book called “The Sleep-Deprived Teen.” We talk today about the consequences of the lack of sleep in our teens and how we can help them thrive.

What you will learn:

• How much sleep do teens need?
• What happens when teens don’t get enough sleep?
• What has the research shown between school start times and teen sleep?
• What time do high schools currently start around the country, where else has this been done, and what’s on the horizon?
• What are some ways parents can help their teens get enough sleep?
• What are some helpful ideas about getting buy-in from your teenager? How do you actually make them understand the need for more sleep?
• Best practices for teens to develop a sleep routine.
• How can parents become advocates for later school start times?

Where to find Lisa:

• http://instagram.com/lewislisal
• http://twitter.com/lewislisal
• https://www.lisallewis.com/
• https://www.lisallewis.com/book

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One of the hardest things about parenting is discerning when to step in and help your kids and when do you step back. This is especially tough during the tween and teen years when our kids are going through huge changes - socially, emotionally, academically, and physically. We are in a huge transitional phase when our kids hit the tween and teen years. And it’s really hard to step back when you’re watching them make choices that you don’t like. This is NOT easy!

We want our kids to be successful of course we do. We love them, and we care - but when are we actually caring so much that they don’t have to care as much?

If you are relating, you are going to find this episode super helpful.

My special guest today is speaker, educational consultant, and bestselling author Cindy Muchnick, who co-author the book, “The Parent Compass: Navigating Your Teen's Wellness and Academic Journey in Today's Competitive World.”

As a mom of four herself, Cindy is on a mission to educate parents on how to support and empower their kids to develop resilience and a sense of purpose without putting too much pressure on them.

A few of the things we talk about are - what kids wish parents would quit doing and allow them to do themselves, the effects on our teens when we over-parent, what to do instead when we are afraid our kids won’t be successful, and what to do to motivate our kids and build a stronger bond with them.

What you will learn:

• What kids wish parents would quit doing and allow teens to do for themselves.
• Why you shouldn't constantly be checking your teen's grades and assignments.
• The effects on our teens when parents are over-parenting.
• How we tend to measure ourselves based on our kid's success.
• Tips for posting on social media about our teens
• Helping your teen feel empowered and proud of their accomplishments without placing burdens on them.
• How to motivate your teen.
• Connecting with your teen over their interests to build a stronger bond.
• Applying the 80/20 rule to parenting.

Where to find Cindy:

• Website & Book
• Facebook

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Becoming a step-parent can be challenging. After losing my Dad at the age of 10, my Mom remarried a few years later. I truly thought we would live happily ever. I had no idea how difficult it would be to blend our families. And sadly, my mom and stepdad did not have the support they needed to deal with all the feelings and issues that arise when you combine families.

My special guest, Michelle Wolfe, is the podcast host of Muve Forward, where she shares and interviews experts on how to live a life that is both healthy and fulfilled.

In this episode, Michelle shares her inspiring personal story of becoming a stepmom right before the pandemic and how she wasn’t prepared for all the feelings that were going to come up for her. Michelle’s story is incredibly hope-filled because she reached out and got the support she needed to create a strong healing bond with her step-daughter.

Whether you’re from a step-family or not, the truths shared in this episode will right true for any mom who wants to heal, grow, and be more deeply connected to her kids and those she loves.

What you will learn:

• The challenges of becoming a step-parent
• How a step-parent can keep the memory of a child's parent alive.
• The benefits of therapy.
• The benefits of leaning into our past traumas and how processing the pain can make you happier.
• Having uncomfortable conversations with our kids is what strengthens our relationships with them.
• Teaching our kids to stand up for themselves.
• Being a parent that your kids feel safe coming to with any issues.

Where to find Michelle:
Website: https://www.themichellewolfe.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellewolfe/
Podcast: Muve Forward Podcast

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Our daughters, students, and girls next door are more anxious and more prone to depression and self-harming than ever before.

**My special guest today, Donna Jackson Nakazawa, is the author of “Girls On The Brink: Helping Our Daughters Thrive In An Era Of Increased Anxiety, Depression, And Social Media.”

writes books that explore the intersection of neuroscience, immunology, and emotion. And today, we are discussing her latest book,**

This is a meaningful conversation for anyone with a tween or teen girl in their life.

What you will learn:

• How does estrogen affect the female brain differently than the male brain?
• Why is estrogen so powerful, positively and negatively?
• We’ve stolen away the “in-between years” for our kids and what this means for them.
• The adolescent brain is wired to be hypervigilant around assessment and evaluation.
• Why raising a "happy" child should not be your goal.
• Creating an atmosphere where your daughter can hear her own internal voice.
• What is the number one sign that your child will flourish in adulthood?
• How to bring down your child’s body and brain stress.
• A couple of the strategies from her book that we can use to help our daughters with stress and to develop long-term resilience.

Where to find Donna:

• Website: https://donnajacksonnakazawa.com/
• Buy the book: Girls On The Brink: Helping Our Daughters Thrive In An Era Of Increased Anxiety, Depression, And Social Media
• Facebook: @donnajacksonnakazawaauthor
• Instagram: @donnajacksonnakazawa
• Twitter: @DonnaJackNak

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**Hi Friend, Welcome to the show today. I am so glad that you are here and listening in.

If you have a kid that struggles with ADHD, or you suspect they may have ADHD or you are interested in how diet can impact our kids positively or negatively, I believe you are going to find this episode as fascinating as I did.**

**My guest today is Dana Kay, a Board Certified Holistic Health and Nutrition Practitioner and the Founder of ADHD Thrive Institute.

In this episode, Dana shares her own personal journey with her son struggling with behavioral challenges at an early age and how this sent her on a quest to find ways to support him, and how she discovered that there was a definite connection between diet, the gut, and reducing ADHD.

While I am a believer in medication making a huge difference in your kid's success, diet and nutrition often get left out of treating and healing ADHD.

Let's dive in1

Dana’s goal is to assist families with children with ADHD through nutrition and functional lab testing, discover HIDDEN stresses and dysfunctions, and implement a holistic and all-natural family approach to health and wellness.**

What you will learn:

• What is the gut-brain connection?
• Why your (and your teen’s) diet is the foundation of everything.
• The link between antibiotics and ADHD.
• What your gut has to do with your sleep.
• Can diet reduce ADHD symptoms?
• The top three foods recommended to families to remove from the diet.
• What kinds of foods to add to the diet to prevent inflammation?
• What gluten does to the gut - for everyone, not just those with an allergy.
• The four base tests to get will give you a good overview of what's going on in your child's bio-individual body.

Where to find Dana:

• Website: https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adhdthriveinstitute/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ADHDThriveInstitute
• Book: https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/book/

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Hi Friend,

Welcome to the show today. I’m so glad that you’re here.

Today my special guest is Dr. Mary Kaspar, who has recently released the groundbreaking book The Popular Girls: Helping Your Daughter with Adolescent Power Struggles - 7 Steps for Flourishing.

What Dr. Kaspar shares in this episode was fascinating to me because she deconstructs popularity and its links to our girls/well-being and how the type of popularity that most girls crave is not the type that will improve their lives.

She explains how gaining power and status (which she calls relational aggression) is a big part of popularity and the behaviors that we need to be on the lookout for. She also shares the two different kinds of popularity, what’s happening in the teen brain to cause them to crave popularity and how to help our daughters navigate friendships, what to do when they are left out and how to recognize if your daughter is the mean girl and so much more!

Let's dive in!

What you will learn:

• What is relational aggression.
• Why does it seem like the “mean girls” are sucessful at gaining power among peers?
• What the two different kinds of popularity are and how teens gain.
• What is happening in our teen’s brains that make them crave popularity and urges for increased status.
• How to help our daughters navigate popularity. Dr. Kaspar has 7 roadmaps.
• Recognizing signs of relational aggression.
• Knowing how to distinguish the difference between what is control in relationships and what is connection.
• How do you know if your daughter is a mean girl? What are the signs to look for?
• Understanding the sophisticated social behaviors involved in achieving high social status.
• Things that we can do that will help our kids view the world differently in regards to how we treat people.
• How to help your daughter if she’s being left out.

Where to find Dr. Kaspar:

• Website
• Buy the book
• Instagram
• Facebook

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On today’s show, I have Natalie Silverstein, an author, consultant, nonprofit founder, and passionate advocate for family and youth service.

Her latest book, Simple Acts: The Busy Teens Guide to Making a Difference, was created to help adolescents and teens discover their passion and purpose through acts of kindness and service to others.

She believes you don’t need to change the world to make a big impact. Even the smallest stone thrown into the water creates a ripple. Teens CAN make a meaningful difference – one simple act at a time.

What you will learn:

• The importance of our teens connecting with other human beings and looking outside their problems.
• How to encourage your teens to use their favorite sport or interest or talent as an opportunity to give back to others.
• Cultivating a service-minded family.
• Every single thing that kids love to do in their free time can be translated into a way to give back to the community.
• How volunteering improves our mental and emotional health.
• The benefits of volunteering on your teen’s college applications - specifically volunteering from a place of giving back, not because “they have to.”
• Why you should be making time for service as a family.
• What difference is giving back making in teens’ lives?

Where to find Natalie:

• Website
• Buy the book
• Podcast: Simple Acts, Big Impact
• Instagram
• Facebook

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**Are you wondering if your kid has ADHD? Or maybe you just received an ADHD diagnosis or you're currently dealing with challenges with your ADHD kid.

When I started thinking one of my kids had ADHD. It was an overwhelming and scary time - How do I know for sure? Will she feel like something is wrong with her if I do get her tested? Does she need to get tested, are her teachers seeing that she’s struggling in class, where do I go to get her tested, how do I find someone good, and once she was diagnosed, what do I do to get her the support she needs?**

Well, if you're relating, I have a very special guest, Dr, Norrine Russell who is back on our show for the second time due to popular demand and to talk about her new book, “Asking the Right Questions about ADHD Before, During, and After Your Child’s Diagnosis.”**Norrine has over 20 years of experience working in youth development and is an Executive Functioning & ADHD Expert. She is also the mother of two atypical children who has personally walked this path and gets it!

In this interview, she shares what to do step by step as you go through this process.**

What you will learn:

• The importance of being your child or teen's advocate.
• When you should get your child an evaluation.
• The questions you should ask when your teen has been diagnosed with ADHD.
• Why do you need to ask for a follow-up appointment after a diagnosis?
• What's the difference between a school diagnosis and an outside diagnosis?
• What do parents do that gets in the way of their teen's learning?
• The questions that shouldn't be asked at a Doctor's visit.
• What questions to ask when your child is diagnosed with ADHD?
• The words ADHD kids need to hear from their parents.
• How to talk to your teen about coaching or tutoring when they're resistant.

Where to find Dr. Russell:

• https://russellcoaching.com/
• https://www.facebook.com/drnorrinerussell/
• https://www.instagram.com/russellcoachingllc/
• https://russellcoaching.com/adhd-book-releas

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What if every child knew that the traits they might consider flaws or imperfections are their greatest gifts? What if they knew that what makes them “different” is actually their superpower? For that matter, what if every adult knew it, too?

Best Selling author Monica Berg and her daughter, Abigail. have written a children’s book that will invite readers to embrace the parts of themselves that feel different. Inspired by Abigail's dyslexia diagnosis, this book explores the feelings that arise for children who do not learn in a typical manner and celebrates how those differences make them strong.

Set in present-day New York, this book speaks to 7-8-year-old readers, which is the typical age at which children discover they are dyslexic. The tale is told with humor, authenticity, and a powerful message of celebrating and embracing our differences.

What you will learn:

• How to change your mindset to saying "learning difference" versus "disability."
• The benefits of learning to dyslexia (and other learning differences) as a superpower.
• How to have a conversation with your kid about their learning difference.
• Training your child to give themselves emotional feedback and thus empowering themselves.
• Dealing with family or friends that don’t understand your child’s learning difference.
• Reframing a diagnosis to empower our kids
• Why it’s so important to build your child up and not let anything hold them back.

Where to find Monica:

• Website: Rethink Life
• Instagram
• Facebook
• Twitter

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Hi friend,

I am so glad you are listening in because we aren having some fun today!

My very special guests are Dawn & Cher Hubsure - who you may recognize as the Mother/Daughter duo from TLC’s hit reality tv show s'Mothered or MTV’s My Super Sweet 16.

They are so warm and real and fun. I would have loved to hang out with them all day.

Dawn and Cher have also written the book, A Bond That Last Forever, How We Got This Close and You Can Too and they also are the hosts of the Chattermouth podcast.

After the podcast, I was struck by how important it is to focus on the good stuff. As a mom of two daughters over the years, it’s been easy to worry and nag and want to control things versus focusing on the positives and thinking about the ways we can build that connection and a strong foundation

**You’ll love this fun conversation today as we talk about ways to strengthen the mother-daughter bond, tips from their book, and what it’s like to work together on a hit tv reality show.

Let's dive in!**

What you will learn:

• How moms can be open to feedback from their teens.
• Boundaries between moms and their adult children.
• Tips from their book on strengthening the bond between moms and their kids.
• What it’s like working together as a mother and daughter.
• How they started in Reality TV, what it was like being on MTV’s super sweet 16 and more!

Where to find Dawn and Cher:

• Buy the book
• Chattermouth Podcast
• Clothing Line
• Cher's Instagram
• Dawn's Instagram

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Dr. Saltzman is a physician, mindfulness coach, author, former Stanford gymnast, and abuse survivor who is passionate about creating protective prevention programs and establishing comprehensive national policies to end abuse in sports and other community programs.

Research indicates children are most vulnerable to sexual abuse between the ages of seven and thirteen. Unfortunately, engaging, age-appropriate educational materials that teach children to recognize and prevent abuse are almost non-existent.

Until now.

“Spot a Spider” is a groundbreaking new training program started by Dr. Amy Saltzman, M.D, that teaches children, teens, and young adults how to protect themselves from all types of abuse: sneaky (covert) emotional abuse (also known as grooming), and obvious (overt) emotional, physical and sexual abuse.
Let’s dig in!

What you will learn:
Recognize the subtle threads a spider weaves to trap others in their trap.
How perpetrators use our fear and desire to control others.
Understand the data that shows the more comfortable kids and families are with using proper body names, the less likely they are to be abused.
The signs of a coach or teacher or someone of authority grooming your child.
Why it's so important to be continuously having conversations about abuse with our kids?
How parents can easily make excuses or not have their eyes open regarding abuse.
Parents are also being groomed to trick you into believing the best about your child’s perpetrator.
What we should be teaching our kids about boundaries.
Tips for parents who are reluctant to talk to their kids.

Where to find Spot a Spider:
Website: https://spotaspider.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/spotspiders
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spotapsider
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Spot-a-Spider-109695641783458

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Today, I’m talking to Sarah Angle, the founder of The Better Box.

The Better Box was born after experiencing mental health challenges with her ex-husband and now as a college professor. Sarah watches many of her students struggle with anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. The Better Box was designed to bridge the gap between counseling and clinical intervention. It gives people something to do, touch, smell, and feel in the moment.

Let’s dig in!

Scroll down to read the full episode transcribed.

What You Will Learn:

• The Better Box: what it is and how you can use it for someone in your life who is depressed.
• The signs of depression in teens and the role that shame has with depression.
• The signs of depression that Sarah missed with her husband.
• The importance of having open conversations about feelings and mental health with our kids.
• How a daily gratitude journal can change your mind.
• How connection with others impacts the brain.
• The difference The Better Box is making in schools.

Where you can find The Better Box:

• Website: https://www.yourbetterbox.org/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/your_betterbox/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YourBetterBox

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Hi friend, Welcome to the show today!

Before we launch into our awesome episode today, I want to make sure that you have signed up for our FREE 3-Day Workshop that kicks off next Tuesday, September 27th. The topic is - Escaping Entitlement: Raising Responsible, Respectful and Kind Teens in an Entitled Generation.

Moms have been begging me to talk about this topic.

If you have a tween or teen and you find yourself worrying about their future, or you’re dealing with disrespect or a lack of motivation, and you don’t know how to support them or you are burned out and need some encouragement and help - come. I promise you will leave feeling so encouraged.

I’m going to share my personal story and experience, insights, and tools to empower your kids and improve your relationship.

To check it out, go to momsoftweensandteens.com/entitled and get signed up!

So let’s get on to the show.

My special guest is Josefine Borrmann is the founder of Strive To Learn, a tutoring and college prep service that provides students with 1:1 support from experts who foster accountability and teach them the skills they need to prepare for life outside of high school.

In our interview today, Josefine shines a light on what our teens need from us when preparing to leave the nest, the importance of mentoring versus monitoring so our kids will learn the skills they need while still at home, and so much more!

Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• The difference between mentoring and monitoring and how parents can shift to mentoring their teens and tweens instead of monitoring them.
• How having too many rules for your teen may actually backfire on you.
• Letting go in stages so our kids can learn skills that will serve them well when they leave the house.
• The benefits of rephrasing the word “mistake” into “growth opportunity.”
• Why you should find another adult who isn't your teen's parent to be a mentor for them.
• What does it sound like for our teens when we ask them, "What were you thinking?"
• The benefits of an improved relationship with your teen when they have a tutor.
• What to look for in a tutor.
• What should you not say to a child with a learning difference?
• How do you know if your kid is ready for college or not ready for college?
• The benefits of a gap year.

Where to find Josefine:

Website: https://www.strivetolearn.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strivetolearntutoring

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strivetolearntutoring/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPvDW2_80pZLsnY25n6uXMw

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mindful-admissions/id1578052180

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Drs. Emily Weinstein and Carrie James are Principal Investigators at Harvard Project Zero, where for over a decade, they’ve researched youth and technology. They chase answers to questions like How do today’s technologies shape teens’ lives and development? What’s hard for them and why? How can adults better support kids who are growing up with unprecedented connectivity?

Drs. Weinstein and James direct the Digital Dilemmas study and the Reimagining Digital Well-being project. They are also passionate about developing resources to support schools and families in rethinking digital citizenship, including through their longtime partnership with Common Sense Education. Their new book is Behind Their Screens: What Teens Are Facing (and Adults Are Missing).

Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• The pressures our teens feel to take a stance online about current events.
• The subtle ways teens engage in cyberbullying.
• Why can’t our kids feel like they can't just turn off their phones when someone's being mean to them?
• What adults misunderstand about what it's like to try and be a good friend in an age of constant connectivity.
• What the term “technoference” means, and how does it affect our parent-child relationship?
• How parents can pivot out of the referee role and into being more like a coach where the role is to be alongside your teen.
• Why technology and screen time is not the enemy and why it's more about how each individual kid is using their screens.
• What it means to say that social media is an “amplifier.”
• Some parents' assumptions about screen time that isn’t necessarily true.
• The friendship and empathy ties that keep our kids on their phones.

Where to find Carrie & Emily:

Website: Behind Their Screens

Twitter: Dr. Carrie James

Twitter: Dr. Emily Weinstein

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Lauren Cikara of Active Minds joins me today for an important conversation about supporting our teens in the area of mental health. Active Minds is the nation’s premier nonprofit organization supporting mental health awareness and education for our teens and young adults.

Through education, research, advocacy, and a focus on young adults ages 14–25, Active Minds opens up the conversation about mental health and creates lasting change in the way mental health is talked about, cared for, and valued in the United States.

This is one conversation you don't want to miss!

What you will learn:

• How can we support our teens with their mental health?
• How to talk to our teens about their problems using the Validate, Appreciate, and Refer method.
• Why are so many still hesitant to discuss mental health and how we as parents can help our kids by asking the right questions?
• Tips to empower your teen when a friend tells them they are having suicidal thoughts.
• How parents can be better listeners to their teens versus jumping in to fix things.
• How do we equip our youth to have everyday conversations with each other so that they are paying attention to their peers?
• How can we discern if it is just a bad day versus if their kid is in a mental health crisis?
• Why are kids having so many mental health issues today?
• Tips for teens transitioning to college and what to look for in terms of mental health support so if it's needed, your teen knows where to go.

Where to find Active Minds and Lauren:

Website: https://www.activeminds.org/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/active_minds Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/active_minds/ Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/activemindsinc TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@active_minds Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/activemindsincHow To Get Involved - Fall Open House: September 8, 2022 at 5pm EST https://events.zoom.us/e/view/-BfYOC1FS_qTNNeF_s_b4A

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Dr. Charlotte Markey is a world-leading expert in body image research, having studied all things body image, eating behavior, and weight management for her entire adult life. She is passionate about understanding what makes us feel good about our bodies and helping people to develop a healthy body image. Charlotte loves to share her body image wisdom with others and is an experienced book author, blogger, and professor at Rutgers University, Camden.

In our interview today, I talk with Dr. Markey about her book, “Being You: The Body Image Book for Boys.” We discuss the pressure boys feel to be athletic and muscular and the physical and mental impact this has on our boys. What can we do about it to raise our boys with a healthy self-image?

Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• The different concerns boys have than girls regarding their bodies.
• Some of the common struggles and challenges boys have with their body image.
• What pressures are boys under right now concerning their weight?
• Myths about boys' development.
• What does body image really mean? And why is it important to talk about it with our boys?
• What are some of the messages boys internalize that they aren't necessarily talking about regarding their bodies?
• What is the cause for the rise in body dissatisfaction in boys, from eating disorders to bulking up?
• The rise in eating disorders in boys since the pandemic.
• How to talk to your sons about their body image and self-acceptance.
• Can moms just talk to their sons about this issue like fathers?

Where to find Dr. Markey:

Website & “Being You” Book: https://www.thebodyimagebookforboys.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcharlottemarkey

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/char_markey/

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Who here wishes that they were better at knowing how to teach their kids how to manage their money?

Maybe you never learned how to budget your own money growing up and had to learn when you hit adulthood.

If you’re like me, you weren’t all that good at budgeting and often had to learn the hard way. I remember signing up for a credit card in college and having no idea about being charged interest and thinking it was so much fun to go shopping and buy a new outfit only to find out later that I had to pay interest when you couldn’t pay the whole thing off. And I must admit that I bounced more checks than I want to admit because I hadn’t learned how to manage a checkbook.

Wouldn’t it be awesome to raise kids who were financially empowered - where they understand the value of a dollar, are motivated to earn their own money, and be responsible with that money to save, give and spend wisely.

My special guests today are the authors of a fantastic book How To Money - Jean Chatzky is a New York Times Best Selling Author and financial expert who has spent decades reporting on personal finance — including 25 years on the Today show. She is also the CEO and co-founder of HerMoney. And Kathryn Tuggle is Chief Content Officer and Gracie-Award winning Editor-in-Chief at HerMoney.com and produces and cohosts the HerMoney Podcast.

Let’s dive into how to empower your kids to take charge of How to Money!

What you will learn:

• How social media plays into our teen's buying choices.
• Helping our teens become educated consumers.
• Raising our teen's awareness of how marketing works.
• How to encourage your teen to save money.
• Use allowance, correctly, with your kids to teach them about money.
• How much allowance should you give your child?
• How to set up a budget with your teen and get them excited about it.

Where to find Jean & Kathryn:

Her Money Website

Her Money Podcast

Her Money Instagram

Jean on Instagram

Kathyrn on Instagram

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What is life like for women who get diagnosed as adults? How does a diagnosis affect your children and family? What is it like when both mom and child have ADHD?

Katy Weber is an ADHD coach, author, speaker, and founder of Women & ADHD, LLC. She is an outspoken advocate for neurodiverse women, and the host of the weekly Women & ADHD podcast, currently ranked among the top 1% of all podcasts globally.

What you will learn:

• The shame comes from living with ADHD but being undiagnosed.
• Why do so many adults don't bother to get tested for ADHD?
• How an ADHD diagnosis can change the way you're parenting.
• What Neurodivergent means.
• The best thing you can do for a child with ADHD.
• How to be a parent with ADHD.
• Learn to embrace the superpower element of ADHD.

Where to find Katy:

Website: www.womenandadhd.com

Online community: www.womenandadhd.mn.co

Instagram: @katyweber.adhd and @womenandadhdpodcast

Twitter: @womenandadhd

TikTok: @womenandadhdpodcast

Facebook: Women & ADHD and Katy Weber ADHD

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Elise Knox is a former middle school teacher turned life and wellness coach. Mama to 2 and step-mom to 1, her passion is helping moms and preteen/teen girls get through challenging times with more connection and ease.

Elise is a Certified Trauma-Informed Life Coach. She knows that if we do not heal our own wounds, we bring them into our parenting as a means of protection.

You’re gonna love our conversation today!

What you will learn:

• How do our parental wounds as children affect the way we parent our kids?
• The purpose of asking ourselves "why is this so triggering for me?"
• What happens with our relationship with our teens when we are constantly looking for the negative.
• Challenges of being in a step-family and relating to step-kids.
• How noticing where we want to control things with our children can help us have better reactions to our teens.
• Getting comfortable saying sorry to our teens.
• Admitting to our kids when we don't know the answer to something.
• What questions to ask your teens instead of giving advice.
• Fallback questions or statements to respond to your that gives you time to compose yourself.
• Changing our role from fixer to listener.
• The burden moms put on themselves around guilt and how it sucks our joy.

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Sarah Johnston has been a mom and coach for over 20 years. She coaches teens and athletes to find their confidence through mental strength coaching. Through her 5-point mindset coaching, she helps teens and athletes shift their perspective, understanding, success, beliefs, and power.

Today, she walks us through how to help our teens shift their mindset to harness the power of their confidence.

Let’s dig in!

What you will learn:

• The power in teaching our teens how their brain works.
• How to help your teen when his/her thoughts are spiraling.
• Helping our teens take away the power of their negative thoughts.
• Give yourself permission to not be perfect so you can focus on your skills.
• Creating a Failure Jar for our teens (and us!) to bounce back from mistakes or failures.
• Increasing your teen's confidence before a sports event or a test.
• How to slow your mind down so that you can see your next best move clearly.
• How to stop controlling our kids and help your teen manage their thoughts and feeling.
• Some of the things moms say to their teens that perpetuate their anxiety or lack of confidence.
• Questions to ask your teen about how they are thinking instead of telling.
• Coaching your teen on what they do and don't have control over.

Website: https://sarahjanemindsetcoaching.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahjanemindset/

Facebook: http://facebook.com/sarahjanemindsetcoaching

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Many parents avoid the topic of suicide with their tweens and teens until something happens. But true suicide prevention begins now. My guest today helps parents ask the right questions about suicide to rewire our tweens' and teens' brain to be positive.

What you will learn:

• What happens when we don't bring up the topic of suicide with our teens/tweens.
• How our brains are wired to screen out the warning signs with our children.
• Four questions to ask your tween/teen to break the pattern of thought around suicide and flip that energy into something positive.
• How parents can train their brain to pay attention to what is positive and the effect this has on our tweens/teens.
• How teens' subconscious thoughts form plans and how parents can help.
• Helping your tween/teen escape the negative echo chamber in their heads.

Where you can find Jackie:Please join Jackie on her mission to make teen suicide a thing of the past. You may never know whose life you’ll save. www.TeenSuicidePreventionSociety.com

The Teen Suicide Prevention Society is a registered 501c3 – to make a donation visit: www.TeenSuicidePrevnetionSociety.orgInstagram: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mindsetisagame/

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What if I told you that you didn't have to dread your period each month? What if there was a way to work with your body's cycle so you could have more energy, be more productive, and avoid PMS? My guest today is here to explain cycle syncing and teach us the four phases of our cycle and how to work with your body in each phase.

Megan Remple is a mom of four, a Registered Nurse, and shows us how to tap into the energies of your monthly cycle through food, movement, and habits.

This conversation is the perfect episode not only for the moms but for our daughters as well. Let's dig in!

What you will learn:

• What is cycle synching and how does it incorporate our body’s natural up and down hormonal changes to give us more energy?
• What are the 4 phases of a woman's cycle and how long does each last?
• The effects it has on us when we try to live in our ovulatory phase all month long.
• What you should eat and how you should exercise in each cycle.
• How to take care of yourself during each phase and listen to your body and the effects this has on the rest of your life and relationships.
• How to determine where you are in your cycle and get started tracking it.
• How does cycle synching change when you get into peri-menopause and menopause?

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fittobeamama
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meganrempel4
Freebie: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/605bf5bc6d0408a6de24ee65

Megan Rempel is a Registered Nurse with a certificate in Women’s Hormonal Health, a health coach, and a cycle syncing expert. Her mission is to help other women discover that life can actually be easier, IF they tap into the magic that we’ve had inside us all along - our monthly cycle. Her own journey from overwhelmed and exhausted mom of 4 to gaining back control of her life through simple and effective habits and rhythms like cycle syncing is what fuels her passion to help women get out of survival mode and find ease and joy in their lives. She does this through her Instagram content, her paid program Syncing with the Flow, and inside her health coaching community.Links:

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When kids leave the nest, go off to college or move out of the house, many parents are having sleepless nights thinking about their baby leaving home. On one hand, it’s exciting for your child to experience new things and discover their passions. But the news reports full of burglaries and scams sure aren’t making it easy for you to drop your teenager off at college.

Before you try convincing your teen to do college online and live at home forever, listen to this episode. I talk with Cathy, best known as TikTok’s “Mom Friend” to her 2.3 million followers, who shares how we can prepare our teens to be safe after they leave the nest.

What you will learn:

• 5 seemingly innocent questions that predators use to take advantage of you.
• The top apps to ease worried parents’ minds.
• What to know about protecting yourself in your dorm or apartment.
• How to quickly take a look at your child's apps to see what they are involved in.
• What are the dangers of parking lots and how can we protect ourselves?
• Advice on mace and tasers and which is recommended.
• The small improvement you can make to your door to prevent it from being kicking in.

TikTok Channel: https://www.tiktok.com/@cathypedrayesWebsite: https://cathypedrayes.com/ Cathy's book: The Mom Friend Guide to Everyday Safety and Security: Tips from the Practical One in Your Squad

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Teens and tweens with strong emotional intelligence are more self-aware, good communicators, and have strong relationships with others. We all want this for our children, but how do we help them when many of us have never been taught?

Parents can learn how to cultivate social and emotional intelligence in their teens and tweens in many ways. Jennifer Miller, M.Ed. has twenty-five years of experience working with adults to help them become more effective with children through social and emotional learning. She is the author of the book, “Confident Parents, Confident Kids: Raising Emotional Intelligence In Ourselves and Our Kids — From Toddlers to Teenagers.” She is the founder of the website Confident Parents Confident Kids where she helps parents raise confident kids.

What you will learn:

• What is emotional intelligence and how can we teach our kids when no one taught us?
• The five core skills of emotional and social intelligence.
• How parents can coach their children through issues that arise within other relationships.
• How you can use questions to help your child develop a sense of higher-order thinking skills.
• When to step in and when to allow your teen to take a risk.
• The value of parents expressing confidence in their teens’ abilities.
• When talking with your teen, how you can help them see things from different perspectives?
• What impact does it have on our families when parents take a "time out" to process their emotions?
• Why you should have a phrase with your teen that means you both need to take a step away.

Where to find Jennifer:

Website: Confident Parents Confident Kids --------
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If you could protect your child from unnecessary anxiety, depression, and chronic stress, and foster a greater sense of happiness and well-being in their lives, wouldn’t you?

In the book, Generation Sleepless, Heather Turgeon and Julie Wright, authors of the bestseller, The Happy Sleeper, uncover one of the greatest threats to our teenagers’ physical and mental health: sleep deprivation. Caught in a perfect storm of omnipresent screens, academic overload, and unnecessarily early school start times, Generation Sleepless illustrates how our children are operating in a constant state of sleep debt while struggling to meet the demands of adolescence.

Drawing on the latest scientific research, Generation Sleepless reveals that today’s teenagers are, in fact, the most sleep-deprived population in human history and, at a critical phase of development, need more sleep than their younger siblings. Yet, they’re getting drastically less.

What you will learn:

• What is the ideal number of hours of sleep for teens?
• The factors that steal teens' sleep.
• What the impact is on teens due to lack of sleep.
• Signs of sleeplessness for parents to look for in their kids.
• Tips on how to help your teen get more sleep.
• The importance of a wind-down routine, bedtime routine, and morning routine.

Where To Find Heather and Julie:

• Website: The Happy Sleeper https://www.thehappysleeper.com
• Book: Generation Sleepless: Why Tweens and Teens Aren't Sleeping Enough and How We Can Help Them
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheHappySleeper/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehappysleeper/

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My guest today is Dr. Robyne Hanley-Defoe. Dr. Robyne is a psychology and education instructor who specializes in resiliency, navigating stress, and change. Today, we talk about how to help foster resiliency in our teens and tweens. So many teens are hurting and this interview will help you meet your tweens and teens where they are. You’ll find this interview very powerful. Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• How kids from solid, good families can end up losing their way as teenagers.
• How we can use the "Five Pillars of Resilience" to help our tweens and teens.
• The difference between fitting in and belonging and why belonging is so crucial for our teens.
• Roadblocks that get in the way of our kids developing resilience.
• The difference between supporting our kids or constantly rescuing them?
• Identifying our kid’s strengths and the interpersonal dynamics in a family.
• Why connection before correction is so vital for healthy relationships.
• Why you should let your child pull away from a hug first.

Where to find Dr. Robyne Hanley-Defoe:

Website Twitter: @RHanleyDafoe Instagram: @dr_robynehd LinkedIn: ca.linkedin.com/in/drrobynehd Book: The Calm Within the Storm: A Pathway to Everyday Resiliency --------
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Does talking about sex with your kids make you uncomfortable? Do you know what to do if you find out your tween or teen has been looking at porn? You’re not alone. My guest today, Amy Lang, is ready to help!

Amy has been a sexual health educator for over 25 years. Amy’s books, website, and podcast show parents that talking about sexuality doesn’t need to be totally uncomfortable and can actually be fun. She helps parents become their kid’s go-to birds and bees resource. We talk about what our teens and tweens need to know about sex and porn. You’ll find this episode highly engaging and ready to talk about the birds and bees. Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• What to do when you find out your child has been exposed to pornography.
• Parents aren’t talking to their kids about sex or porn. Instead of communicating prevention, learn how to talk to your kids about sex to prepare them for exposure.
• Kids are using porn for sex education.
• How to talk about sex with your teens and tweens to help them make good decisions.
• Statistically how young are kids being exposed to porn and how does it affect them.
• When to start talking to your child about sexuality – it’s not too late to start today.
• What does it look like for you to be a safe person for your child to discuss anything sex-related?
• The importance of monitoring and filtering your child’s internet usage.
• Best types of internet monitoring software and how to have these conversations with your kid’s friend’s parents.
• How to explain to your child that porn is not good for them.
• Plus, Amy provides scripts you can use to talk to your children about porn and sex.

Where to find Amy:

Website: Birds & Bees & Kids

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If you have an ADHD kid you understand the frustration, arguing and misunderstanding this can cause for parents and their kids.

My special guest today is Dr. Norrine Russell, she is an Executive Functioning & ADHD Expert who founded Russell Coaching for Students in 2009. She is also the mother of two atypical children, Dr. Russell knows firsthand that being a parent of a struggling student is tough.

In this episode Dr. Russell shares:

• How to work with, not against, your kids.
• The core symptoms of ADHD and what to do to form a deeper connection with your tween or teen.
• What most parents of kids with ADHD do not know that they need to know.
• She also shares some helpful responses and strategies to motivate and support your kid who are struggling.
• And much more!

**Where to find Dr. Norrine Russell:

Website: https://russellcoaching.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/norrine-russell-820545184/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drnorrinerussell Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russellcoachingllc/ --------
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Have you ever laid awake at night and asked yourself, “Why do other moms seem to have it all together when I’m over here exhausted and overwhelmed? Will I ever figure this mom thing out and feel like I’m enough for my kids? When does the worry end?”

If you have, you're not alone. We all struggle with feeling this way. Today my special guests are Shelby Spear and Lisa La/shaw who have written the book “How are You Feeling, Momma? (you don’t need to say, “I’m fine.) Authentic & Encouraging Psalm Reflections on the Many Emotions of Motherhood.”

These mamas have been through the trenches and combined have 66 years of parenting/stepparenting/grandparenting between them. You are going to love how authentic and vulnerable they are about their own struggles and challenges and what they have learned over the years and how much we all need each other and to know we are not alone.

**Let’s dive in!

Where to find their book:*How Are You Feeling, Momma? (You don’t need to say, “I’m fine.”)* won the 2020 Publisher’s Weekly Book Life Prize as the finalist in the Inspirational/Spiritual category. Where to find Shelby:https://shelbyspear.com
https://insighttimer.com/shelspear
Shelby is a Certified Emotional Intelligence Coach, Certified Meditation Teacher (CMT), author, freelance writer, speaker, and love enthusiast who is passionate about helping others ‘change the way they look at things so the things they look at change. Shelby has numerous stories featured in the national publication, Guideposts. She also has over 160 featured articles at online publications, including Her View From Home, Scary Mommy, Parenting Teens & Tweens, For Every Mom, Love What Matters, and Today.

Where to find Lisa:You can find her words online and in print at places like Her View From Home, Grown and Flown, Guideposts, and Chicken Soup for the Soul. Her decades of experience as a mental health professional along with her weekly empowerment circles give mommas of every age a place to celebrate themselves and one another. She prays daily that the world becomes a more tolerant and accepting place--hoping that each one of us will work toward making a lasting contribution to ensure this outcome.
https://herviewfromhome.com/author/leshaw/
https://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/ldleshaw

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Parenting tweens and teens can be so challenging in so many ways.

Our tweens and teens are pulling away, they tend to think they know everything, we have less control over the choices and decisions they make,

It’s hard to not react and feel resentful, frustrated and angry.

Today, I have the honor of having Becky Kopitzke on the show, Becky is the author of three books including her latest release, The Cranky Mom Fix: Get a Happier, More Peaceful Home by Slaying the “Momster” in All of Us**.

Mentioned in this episode:**

• Becky's book: The Cranky Mom Fix: Get a Happier, More Peaceful Home by Slaying the “Momster” in All of Us
• Website: beckykopitzke.com
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeckyKopitzkeTimeOut
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckykopitzke/

Sign up for our Moms of Tweens and Teens FREE 3-Day Free Training Here: How to Understand and Help Your Teen with Challenging Emotions, Attitudes, and BehaviorsHere are some other ways to get connected:

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**Hi Friend,

Welcome to the podcast today and I'm so glad that you're here joining me.

We all know how crazy expensive college can be these days. I had no idea but the research shows, the majority of college dropouts leave because of financial pressure**.

Today I am talking with Brad Baldridge**, and he is an experienced College Funding Specialist who has worked with thousands of families to plan and save for college and this is such an interesting interview because I wish I would have known Brad before my three kids went to college because so much of what he talks about I didn't know and I wasn't intentional like I could have been (my husband and I could have been) to really prepare for our kids going to college and to find creative ways to save money.

In this episode Brad shares so much that you're going to find helpful:

How to plan ahead and how to pay for college.**

• How to plan ahead and pay for college
• Maximizing financial aid and scholarships (there are so many scholarships out there)
• How you can be more intentional and save money

**I'm so excited for you to hear and listen to this and I know you're going to find it really helpful.

So let's jump in!

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Resources Brad Mentioned In This Episode:Financial Aid & Expected Family Contribution (EFC) Calculator – 2022-23
The Scholarship Guide for Busy ParentsCost of Colleges by State
College Visits Questionnaire and Checklist
2022-23 Federal Student Loan Interest Rates

Where to Find Brad:

His podcast: Taming The High Cost Of College
Website: Taming The High Cost Of College
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TamingTheHighCostOfCollege
Email: brad@bradbaldridge.com

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**Hey Friend,

Have you signed up yet for our Valentine Challenge?! In this episode I chat with you about how to affirm our kids and build them up. What we focus on grows.

I share the Valentine Challenge with you - the specific affirmations and adjective printables I made for you to use with your kid(s).

I talk about in this episode:**

• The 5 to 1 Rule
• The importance of focusing more on the good and less on what they aren't doing or are doing that's irritating.
• The importance on going to school on your kids strengths and how this empowers them to thrive in their lives based on the research.
• How to make affirmations specific - I give some great examples.
• The importance of embracing fun - it changes the energy and brings more peace, connection and playfulness into our relationships in our homes!

**Mentioned in this episode:

Valentine Printables - Get Them Here Moms of Tweens and Teens Facebook Group - Join us Here Get on the Inner Circle Membership Waitlist Here Subscribe to our Newsletter Here Join our FB Private Community Here**

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**Hey Mamas -

I'm doing something a little different in this episode. I'm sharing a replay of a workshop I lead in our Inner Circle membership group last week called 7 Things You Can Do To Support Your Tween or Teen's Mental and Emotional Health (and your own!).

So many of you have reached out to me and shared how your kids are struggling right now. Many of our kids are stressed, anxious, depressed and they aren't talking about it and if they are it's hard to know what to say when you just want to help them to feel better.**

In this episode I share:

• The staggering statistics around tween and teen depression and anxiety - it is real and we don't want to minimize it.
• How stress shows up.
• What we need to understand about mental and emotional health
• 7 things you can do to support your tween or teen right now.

Looking for the conversation scripts and resources I shared: https://www.mottsuniversity.com/7-things-you-can-do-to-support-your-tween-and-teen-s-emotional-and-mental-health-and-your-own-right-now

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• Have you ever felt a surge of anxiety or fear or anger that feels out of balance with whatever just happened?
• Do you feel things you don’t want to feel? Or do things you don’t want to do?
• Do you struggle with critical self talk that take overs and no matter what you do you can't seem to break free of them?

Jenna Riemersma shares how to move towards healing and wellness and begin to break free and heal with Internal Family Systems Model . **IFS helps us understand why we do things we don’t want to do and feel things we don’t want to feel: because we have different parts inside of us that are at war.

Jenna is the author of the best-seller, "Altogether You, Experiencing personal and spiritual transformation with Internal Family Systems therapy," a Harvard-educated innovator, therapist, and bestselling author who is making emotional wellness accessible. By bringing together the best of cutting-edge neuroscience and clinical treatment, she’s created a dynamic paradigm shift from mental illness to mental fitness. In fact, Jenna has pioneered a simple three step process that anyone can use to reduce suffering and increase wellness. She believes this proprietary Move Toward™ approach is THE answer to todays’ skyrocketing rates of overwhelm, anxiety and depression.**

**Where to find Jenna:

Her website: https://jennariemersma.com/ Her book: Altogether You: Experiencing personal and spiritual transformation with Internal Family Systems therapy Her Free Course: Unlock Your Inner Parent Superhero Resources**

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Hi Friend, I’m so happy that you’re joining me today.

I once heard a saying that really resonated with me - tweens and teens are like cats. They can hide in their rooms and if you try to go in there and force them out it doesn’t work. Trying to communicate with our tweens and teens can be challenging. AND, there is good news. How you communicate with your kids makes all the difference - there are things that we do as parents that causes a wedge in our relationship with them. And there are things that you can do that will increase the likelihood that they will open up and talk to you. This is what this show is all about today. How to communicate in ways that will build connection with your tweens and teens.

Today my guest is Sheri Gazett. Sheri is a Mom of 3 daughters, a parent educator, author, and teen life coach and the founder of Teen Wise.

And Sheri has a gift for communicating clearly what not to do and say when you’re talking to your tween and teens and what to do that will greatly improve your relationship with them.

**Let’s jump in!

Mentioned in this episode:*Sheri's WebsiteFacebookParenting with Compassion Workbook* ______________________
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**Are you craving more connection with your daughter?

Today I'm interviewing Amy Miller, the founder of the Mother Daughter Art Project.
Amy is warm and inspiring and has such a passion to support mothers and daughters to connect in fun and meaningful ways that will lay a strong foundation for years to come.

Amy created the Mother Daughter Art Project - a monthly subscription box with all the art supplies and ideas to create an intentional piece of art together. She provides all the supplies and conversation starters to encourage daughters to feel more comfortable asking their mom questions while focused on creating something special in as little as 30 minutes each week.**

The Mother Daughter Art Project is based on an important vision:

• Connections made through the creative process during a child’s developmental years can have a profound impact that can last a lifetime.
• Shared experiences provide a foundation for learning and facilitate building a scaffolding for meaningful relationships.
• Creating art together provides a pathway for expression, not just in the visual sense, but in the ability to communicate and express ideas.

These experiences, over time, are what makes connections stronger, trust deeper and relationships safer.

Where you can find Amy and The Mother Daughter Art Project:
Website: https://amysartpalette.com Mother Daughter Art Project:
Podcast: https://amysartpalette.com/podcast/ **___

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years. Email me at sheryl@momsoftweensandteens.com

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It's so easy to get caught up during the holidays in the hustle and bustle, the tasks and to-do lists , the overspending, overcommitting, and overwhelming stress and chaos of the season. Some of us are experiencing the loss of loved ones, strained family relationships and feelings of loneliness, sadness or fear that once again our expectations of what the "perfect" holiday is supposed to look like will again be disappointing.

**Becky Baudouin joins us again to talk about the how to cultivate joy this Christmas season even in the midst of stress, perfectionism traps, grief and loss and feeling like things are not how we hoped they would be.  

In this episode we laugh a lot, talk about our challenges around the holidays, how to make this time of year meaningful and fun. We share holiday traditions and great ideas to simplify and not get caught up in the stress and overwhelm trap. We talk about joy and how to cultivate joy into our lives in the midst of loss or disappointments. And towards the end I ask Becky for some ideas on how to keep the true meaning of Christmas fresh, exciting and heart-felt.

Let's jump in!**

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Hey Friend!

Ok, Thanksgiving is right around the corner! I can’t believe it! Every year I think through how I can make our Thanksgiving celebration as simple, fun and meaningful as possible without stressing out on so many things that can hijack me like - wanting everyone to be happy, have fun and get along (this can be a real setup when you get all your family together. An impossible feat!), rallying the troops to make sure the house is clean and the preparations, food and details are taken care of without becoming a nagging lunatic or feeling like it all depends on me.

If you’re finding your stress level rising as you think about all the work, anticipate potential family tension, and put pressure on yourself to make it almost perfect you will want to listen to this episode and get our Gratitude Printables HERE!

**Here are 6 ways to take care of yourself, stressless and have a meaningful and fun Thanksgiving!

Let's jump in!*Get Our Gratitude Printables HERE!Holiday Planner HERE! Sign up for our Moms of Tweens and Teens newsletter HERE*

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Today we’re talking all about raising tween and teen boys with Bethany Jett who is an absolute blast. You will love her sense of humor and honesty about her own challenges and imperfections as a mom in the thick of it raising 3 adolescent sons.

Bethany is an award-winning author and award-winning ghostwriter, and entrepreneur who has co-authored the leadership book with Victoria Duerstock: Navigating Minefields, a Young Man's Blueprint for Success on Life's Battlefield.

What You Will Learn:

We talk about the challenges of our sons pulling away and how to get them to open up and talk and what it looks like to support them through all the emotions and transitions

How our role changes with our sons during the adolescent years and how to be intentional to meaningful connect with they’re pulling away

How to support our sons based on their unique personalities to grow into healthy leaders

You will find this interview so refreshing and reassuring if you are raising an adolescent son or want to understand adolescent boys better or the mothers that love them.

Let’s jump in!

Where to Find Bethany Jett:

Bethany’s book AVAILABLE NOW: Navigating Minefields: A Young Man’s Blueprint for Success on Life’s Battlefield (It’s a great gift for sons!)

Website: https://www.bethanyjett.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BethanyJett

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Gina Fontaine is an amazing human being who understands pain and feeling like a failure as a mom. She’s a personal trainer, wellness coach and the author of "You are a SuperMom, 5 Ways To Reclaim Your Super Power and Thrive As A Mom."

Today she’s here to share her vulnerable story as a single mom dealing with two kids who were struggling, how she felt like she’d failed as a mother and through the process of writing, she discovered that how she handled herself through these challenges was evidence of her superpower to thrive in the face of adversity.

You are going to come out the other side of this episode feeling less alone and more inspired that whatever you’re going through you can find healing and hope.

What You Will Learn:

• The Importance of Valuing Rest
• How we can all struggle with those critical, awful voices that feel like you've messed up your kids, "Where did I go wrong? What did I do?" And constantly questioning yourself, "Okay, is it not the right thing to do? Am I doing this right?" And there really is no perfect guidebook right for parenting
• How feeling can be healing. The importance of allowing the uncomfortable feelings to arise
• False beliefs we believe as Moms and what the truths you need to know that can bring healing and lead to a more centered, peaceful, and joy-filled life
• Remembering to love yourself well

Mentioned In This Episode:

https://www.ginafontaine.com/

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**I’m really looking forward to you listening to today’s interview with Karen Young (I'm a huge fan).

You may know Karen from her website Hey Sigmund****, an internationally popular online resource which attracts millions of readers each year worldwide. Karen began her career as a psychologist in private practice and has worked extensively with children, teens and families.

Karen shares with us:**

• How much power parents have to strengthen their children through anxiety and to help them to use anxiety to be brave.
• She shares how the amygdala works and how we our kids are looking to feel safe and how much of our own anxiety gets triggered because we are hard-wired to want to protect them.
• She gives us tools to help your kids with big emotions and to be that safe place that they so desperately need.
• And we talk about Karen’s two latest books and how to strengthen the mental wellness of our children and adolescents.

Where to find Karen:
Website: https://www.heysigmund.com/ Her books: https://www.heysigmund.com/shop/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karenyoungheysigmund/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenyoung_heysigmund/

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Are you worried about your child in college?
Do you think the transition from high school to college may be difficult?
Are you concerned about the choices your college student is making?
Have you received text messages that concern you?

You're not alone.

Parents that have kids who have decided to choose the path of going to college often worry that their kids are ready. And based on college statistics there is a good reason for our concerns. Students are reporting higher levels of anxiety and depression every year. The dropout rate for freshmen is 30%.

Today, I'm interviewing Dale Troy, College Success Coach, a Certified Health Coach, and a graduate of Yale College and Yale Law School, who helps students create habits that will lead to college success. Dale Troy believes every college student can learn the self-management skills they need to handle the stress of college life and create a positive experience.

Dale's on a mission to empower college students by teaching them to implement habits that will reduce their daily stress and allow them to get the most out of their college experience.

In this interview, Dale shares with us ...

• What we need to stop doing that disempowers our kids and gets in the way of setting them up for success in college.
• It's okay for our kids to make mistakes. Embrace the growth mindset when it comes to supporting your kids.
• Dale shares 5 tips to set them up for success.
• What to do if they aren't motivated to do their applications?

Where to find Dale:
https://crushcollegestress.com/
Dale's FREE CHECKLIST: TOP 7 HABITS TO REDUCE COLLEGE STRESS: https://www.crushcollegestress.org/7-...
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daletroy.cru...
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**Talking about puberty can be so awkward! What do you say? Where do you start? How to you get your tween or teen to open up?

Michelle Mitchell has practical and insightful wisdom and the most wonderful way of sharing this information with us and our kids.

Michelle an author, speaker and advocate for families and parenting teenagers. She is the author of 2 new books, “A Girls Guide To Puberty”, and “A Guys Guide to Puberty”****. She is also a mother of two teenagers. And lives in Brisbane, Australia.

In this episode we discuss:**

• What is normal when puberty hits and how you can support your kids in positive ways.
• What to say and not say when it comes to having the important puberty conversations.
• What to do if you're kid says they don't want to talk about puberty and the changes they are experiencing.
• How to be that open, safe and warm place that your kids will want to talk to even when it's awkward.
• How to approach the puberty talk with a lightness and fun spirit versus fear and dread.
• How important it is to listen when you are having these conversations.

**Where to find Michelle:

Her website: https://michellemitchell.org/ Her books: “A Girls Guide To Puberty”, and “A Guys Guide to Puberty” Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellemitchellspeaker/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michellemitchellspeaker/**

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Today I'm interviewing Kim Muench, a certified parenting coach and the founder of the Real Life Parent Guide, and the author of the recent book, Becoming Me While Raising You: A Mother's Journey to Her Self.In May 2008, Kim Muench received a call from the eldest of her five children, twenty-year-old son Nick, who confessed that his life was being destroyed by alcohol abuse. During his spiral through the darkness, Kim worked with her son to help him find long-term sobriety. But she knew that he was not the only person who needed to change. So, while she partnered with her family in her son’s recovery, she also began to make her own physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being a priority. Knowing parenthood was her greatest role, Kim sought to uncover the limiting beliefs she had developed in childhood that were infecting the relationships she’d built with those she loved the most. Kim made a conscious choice to parent in a different light.

Kim’s amazing story will challenge and inspire you.

We discuss how our childhoods impact the way we parent our own kids.
How we formed core beliefs that limit us and our kids.
How hard it is to watch our kids struggle and not enable them. And the growth that can come from their struggle.
The importance of connecting with ourselves and our own inner wisdom.
And so much more good stuff!!

Kim's book: Becoming Me While Raising You: A Mother's Journey To Her Self - https://amzn.to/3sYyLsN
Kim's Website: https://reallifeparentguide.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kimmuench.reallifeparentguide
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"When we struggle then we grow." - Becky Baudouin

Today I'm talking to my friend Becky Baudouin, author of Enjoy Every Minute and Other Ridiculous Things We Say to Moms.

You have to give this episode a listen...
If you're a mom that struggles with worrying about your kids.
If you find it hard to watch your kids struggle and find yourself wanting to fix things for them.
If you often react and don't like how you responded afterward.

You are not alone!

Today we're talking about transitions, worry, anxiety, and our struggle to let go of control. Of course, we want our kids to be safe and happy! And there is so much we can't control and that can be so hard!

Questions we're discussing:
How to best support our kids without fixing things for them.
How to be that open, safe place for our kids to be where they're at.

**I can't wait for you to listen!

Becky is also a speaker and former columnist for Chicago’s Daily Herald*.* Where to find Becky and her book:

Her latest book: Enjoy Every Minute: And Other Ridiculous Things We Say to Moms
All of her books*WebsiteFacebook*Instagram

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**“We’re Raising a Generation of Strivers, Not Thrivers” - Michele Borba

Today I'm interviewing the warm, delightful, and inspiring Dr. Michele Borba, who recently released her latest book, Thrivers, The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle And Others Shine*.* Michele** is an internationally renowned educator, award-winning author, and parenting child expert recognized for her solution-based strategies to strengthen children’s character, resilience, and reduce peer cruelty. She has spoken in 19 countries and five continents and served as a consultant to hundreds of schools and corporations. Dr. Borba is an NBC contributor who has appeared 150 times on the TODAY show and countless shows including Dateline, Dr. Phil, The View, NBC Nightly News, The Doctors, Dr. Oz, Anderson Cooper, MSNBC, Fox & Friends, Countdown, Fox, The Early Show, and CNN. Her work is featured in TIME, Washington Post, Newsweek, People, Boston Globe, U.S. News & World Report, The New York Times. Reader’s Digest and Globe and Mail. And that's only the half of it!

In this episode, Michele shares with us...

• What the research shows contributes to why so many kids are overwhelmed, anxious, and burned out today.
• What we often do as well-meaning parents that actually stifle their growth and development.
• The 7 essential traits of kids that thrive and what you can do to help your kid develop these strengths and compensate for their weaknesses.

Can't wait for you to listen!

Where to find Michele and her book and resources:

Michele's Website
Her book Thrivers, The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle And Others ShineThrivers Core Assets SurveyInstagram

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**Today I'm interviewing Nellie Harden a wife, mom of four teen daughters, a life-long learner, and a family experience designer, parenting coach & mentor.

After experiencing several family crises, Nellie Harden decided things had to change. She decided to create and set goals for her own family and developed a system called The 6570 Project, to help other families do the same.

Nellie inspires and helps parents to proactively lead in their homes and build their own extraordinary stories. She's passionate about leading parents in fostering communication, fun, and growth in order to build an unshakable foundation for their children to take into their adult lives.**

In this episode, Nellie shares with us…

• How mom failure can actually be a good thing.
• How it’s essential to lead yourself in order to lead your kids.
• How to positively inspire and motivate your kids to succeed in their personal goals and dreams.
• The importance of identifying your core beliefs
• Perfectionism is the wall and vulnerability is the key. And what you can do to be a safe place for your kids.
• How parents are architects of their family and proactive things you can do to lead in your family and build strong relationships for a lifetime.

**Where to find Nellie:

Website: https://www.nellieharden.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nellie.harden Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nellieharden/ ***
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Hi Friend,

I’m so glad that you’re listening in today. I’m talking to my new friend Kelly Hatcher who has been such an inspiration to me and I know she will be to you too when you hear her story.

**Kelly has her Bachelor’s Degree in Education and her Master’s in Counseling. Kelly is a single mom and has two boys. Her oldest has been struggling with substance use for the past ten years. She spent many years thinking she was helping her son while her world around her was falling apart. After trying everything from loving, tough love, enabling, and boundaries she kept giving in to, she finally found a Family Recovery Coach that helped her understand what she was and wasn’t doing correctly to help her son. Once she learned the various tools, her relationship with her son and with herself changed completely.

Kelly became a Nationally Certified Family Recovery Coach and Interventionist and started her own business at New Day Family Recovery**. She now helps families who are working through their own recovery in this family disease.

Connect With Kelly Here:

New Day Family Recovery Website
Facebook
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The Mel and Kel Show (Two girlfriends helping other girlfriends live their best lives!)

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When it comes to our tweens and teens' mental health, we are in a crisis. And we have to talk about it even though we might not want to.

Parents are asking,
How can you tell the difference between a moody teenager and one that is struggling with depression or is at high risk for hurting themselves?

What are the signs that you should get help?

And how do you talk to your tween or teen in a way that they will want to talk to you if and when they are struggling with mental health issues?

My guest today, is Jason Reid. Jason just came out with a powerful film - “Tell My Story” that just aired on PBS.

Jason’s son Ryan took his life when he was 14, leaving two Post-It Notes: one was the passcode to his computer; the second said “Tell My Story.”

Jason set off on a quest to understand what led his son to end his own life, and what he could have done differently.

He is here today, to share what he has learned and how to have difficult but necessary conversations with our kids.

Where To Find The Movie To Watch It With Your Kids and Other Videos:

Tell My Story/The Movie
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TellMyStoryFilm/

The most important conversation you will have with your kids | Jason Reid | TEDxLakeForestCollege

The hot lava game: we need to own our kids' mental health | Jason Reid | TEDxTemecula

My Son Died By Suicide | Jason Reid Speech | Goalcast (4,660,174 views)

**How To Help Jason Eradicate Suicide by 2030:

Choose Life - https://www.chooselife.org/home Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1ChooseLife.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/choose_life_org/ ____________________________

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**When it comes to talking to our tweens and teens about sex or consent, it's intimidating and scary. What do you say? How to know where to start? How do you say it in a way that will sink in?

Talking about relationships, sex, and consent can be intimidating, particularly when it comes to our kids.

But we must have them. The statistics are staggering by the time a girl has graduated from college the statistics are one in four that have been sexually assaulted.**

Today I’m interviewing Christy Keating with the Heartful Parent - who is an expert on consent. Christy worked as a licensed attorney, specializing in the prosecution of sexually violent predators. Christy has a unique perspective on the importance of teaching our kids about consent.

Talking points:

• What your tween/teen needs to know about consent
• What is consent & building confidence with saying no
• Recommendations and resources to get started
• Empowering your tweens or teens around consent
• The Acronym of Consent
• What to say and how to have these important conversations

Where to find Christy:

Website: https://www.theheartfulparent.com/
Consent download (Excellent): https://www.theheartfulparent.com/consent
Savvy Parents Safe Kids: https://www.savvyparentssafekids.com/

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Today I'm interviewing Crystal Paine, a New York Times bestselling author and podcast host, who is well-known as Money Saving Mom®.

Crystal has penned a vulnerable new book, Love-Centered Parenting (March 2021), Love-Centered Parenting: The No-Fail Guide to Launching Your Kids

**where she shares candidly about the day she found out her child was a bully, was being expelled from school, depressed, and suicidal. Sitting in an emergency room with her husband and child, it felt like the world was crumbling around her and Crystal hit her all-time parenting low. That experience was the jarring, life-altering catalyst she needed to dig in and transform her parenting. Crystal shares the raw account of how she shifted her parenting focus and it transformed her entire family in the process.

Let's jump in!

Where to find Crystal and her book:

Her book - Love Centered Parenting Her website: https://moneysavingmom.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themoneysavingmom/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoneySavingMom BIG NEWS!!! It's my favorite time of the year! The Inner Circle and 8-Week Parenting Program is OPEN!!
Early bird ends tonight at midnight and the doors close this Friday!

Check it out here: https://momsoftweensandteens.lpages.co/inner-circle/**

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Middle school and high school can be filled with friendship challenges, cliques, and dealing with mean girls. This is an awesome interview/chat I had with my daughter about how to help our girls navigate this complicated world of friendships, drama, and conflict.

The wisdom Lily shares from her own experiences are so helpful and just want our girls need to hear!

Lily shares with us how to navigate being left out, what it means to be a good friend, how to navigate conflict, and what your daughter can say and do when she's struggling with a friendship and more.

Let's jump in! I can't wait for you to meet her!

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Our 3 Day Free Training Starts Next Week - Get A Grip On Your Tweens and Teen's Technology - to get signed up go to momsoftweensandteens.com/freetraining ! 

Hope to see you there!

Have a great week and see you next week!
xoSheryl

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I have exciting news!

You’re invited to our 3-Day Free Day Training and this time around it’s all about Getting A Grip On Your Tween and Teen’s Technology. Because we know how much everybody needs this!

​It is time to hit the reset button!

So here’s the scoop…

**On June 2nd at 12-1 pm Central we are kicking off our FREE 3-day new Getting A Grip on Your Tween and Teen’s Technology Training and you're invited.

Go to momsoftweensandteens.com/freetraining and get signed up now.**

**Today I'm interviewing Amy Debrucque, who has a powerful personal story of loss and grief and as a result, struggled for 15 years with debilitating anxiety only to receive a cancer diagnosis that led her to her healing.

We talk about a lot of powerful things in this interview - anxiety, shame, raising daughters in today’s culture, and her new book that she wrote with her daughter Blair, called Embolden - an inspirational journal that promotes confidence, reflection, and living a bold and empowered life.

About Amy:

Her book Embolden a perfect gift for a graduate or woman struggling with insecurities in today's world? An inspirational journal that promotes self-esteem, reflection, and resources is just what every young adult woman needs! Grab a copy for yourself and a friend!

Amy's website*InstagramFacebook Amy Debrucque is an author, blogger, podcaster, and entrepreneur and cancer survivor. She is the host of Life On Purpose where she encourages women to live on purpose instead of fear. In addition to her weekly resources, she created The Confidence Course to show others how to make necessary changes in life by being brave in their next steps and to let them know that everything they are searching for is on the other side of fear.*

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**Welcome to today’s show. 

Today I’m interviewing Dr. Melanie McNally who works with teens and young adults to support them to manage stress and anxiety, develop coping tools, and learn how to like themselves, flaws and all.**

**Melanie shares with us

How to help your kids to ease back into normal life as we come out of this pandemic.**

What you can do if your tween or teen is experiencing anxiety or isn’t talking.

How to help them to cope with their stress.

What parents do to get them out of their rooms.

And what **you can say and how you can help them after such a challenging past 14 months.

Where to find Dr. Melanie McNally:

Website: https://destinationyou.net/about Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmelaniemcnally/ Her book: Counting Dragonflies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drmelaniemcnally ____________________________________________**

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**“I am a horrible mother."
"It's my fault. If I would have been a better mom my kid wouldn't be struggling with this."
"That mom has done such a better job than me. Look at her kid and how happy they are."
My kids deserve better than to have a mom like me.”

Sound familiar?

Mom guilt. It sucks our joy. It burdens our hearts and weighs out down.

In this episode, I'm talking with my new friend Becky Baudouin who just released her latest book, Enjoy Every Minute and Other Ridiculous Things We Say to Moms.****This interview is honest. Vulnerable, comforting, and reassuring. AND, full of wisdom to break free from perfectionism, shame, and unrealistic expectations.

I can't wait for you to listen!

Becky is also a speaker and former columnist for Chicago’s Daily Herald*.* Where to find Becky and her book:

Her latest book: Enjoy Every Minute: And Other Ridiculous Things We Say to Moms
All of her books*WebsiteFacebook*Instagram

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Welcome to the show today, friend.

If you have a teen daughter you’re going to love this episode.

My special guest is Kari Kampakis.She is an author, speaker, podcaster, and blogger from Birmingham, Alabama. In this interview Kari shares from her new book for moms, Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter. We talk about the joys and challenges of raising teen girls - how hard it is not to take things personally, how to bridge the communication gap when your daughter doesn’t want to talk to you, how to communicate in ways that will build **connection and how to love her well, as she is.
So much good stuff in this episode.
Let’s jump in!

Where to find Kari and her books:*Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage DaughterKari's Podcast: Girl MomKari's WebsiteAll of Kari's Books* Kari's Instagram*Kari's Facebook* *
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Today you are going to hear an incredibly powerful story.

I’m with Pat and Tammy McLeod who have written the book Hit Hard, One Family’s Journey of Letting Go of What Was and Learning To Live Well With What Is. And I could not put it down.

In the fall of 2008 Pat and Tammy’s son Zach collapsed on a high school football field; and sustained a severe brain injury. And they were faced with the devastating reality that things would never be the same for their beloved son.

I really wanted to have them on the show because each one of us has experienced grief and losses in our lives and yet I’ve found that we often don’t know how to deal with our grief, pain, and losses - it can be a complex and lonely journey - one that we want to avoid at all costs.

**In this interview, you will hear Tammy and Pat’s journey of how they have walked and continue to walk through ambiguous loss. I was so drawn to both of them - their faith and honesty. I felt like I was on sacred ground and I believe you will feel the same too when you hear what they have to share.

Where to find and connect with Tammy and Pat McLeod:

Their book: Hit Hard, One Family’s Journey of Letting Go of What Was and Learning To Live Well With What Is
Their website: https://patandtammymcleod.com/ Their COVID Conversations: https://patandtammymcleod.com/covid-19-conversations/ .......*Check out our Moms of Tweens and Teens website* HERE Sign up for our Moms of Tweens and Teens newsletter HERE**.

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How many of us are dissatisfied with our bodies?

I grew up drinking Tab and wishing I looked like Farrah Fawcett, maybe you wished you looked like Brooke Shields or Jennifer Anniston, or Madonna.

If we thought it was tough to accept and love our bodies and ourselves back then imagine what it must be like for our girls today. And it can be an on-going challenge to appreciate our bodies and to support our daughters to do the same.

Today, I’m talking with world-leading body image expert and psychology professor Dr. Charlotte Markey about helping our girls to understand, accept, and appreciate their bodies and her latest book, The Body Image Book for girls, Love Yourself and Grow Up Fearless.

**We talk about the diet culture, some of the things that we do or say that are unhelpful and can even be damaging to our girls and how can we set a good example with their own eating and exercise habits and self-talk.

Where to find Dr. Charlotte Markey and to buy her book:*The Body Image Book For GirlsDr. Markey's WebsiteSmart People Don't DietFacebookInstagram* *
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Trying to convince a middle schooler to listen to you can be frustrating - they begin to pull away, they don’t want to be seen with you, and oftentimes all they want to do is be with their friends or locked away in their room.

And high school is just around the corner and it can be scary for us and you know you need to be having the important conversations to prepare them and keep them safe but how when they don’t want to talk to you and when you’ve tried and it doesn’t go so well?

Today I am talking with Michelle Icard who just released her latest book, “Fourteen Talks by Age Fourteen: The Essential Conversations You Need to Have with Your Kids Before They Start High School.**”

Michelle is a speaker, author, and educator who helps kids, parents, and teachers navigate the complicated social world of early adolescence.**

Michelle is here to share some of the wisdom from her book and the best approach to having these essential talks.

Fourteen Talks by Age Fourteen: The Essential Conversations You Need to Have with Your Kids Before They Start High School Michelle's website: https://michelleicard.com/*
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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years. Email me at sheryl@momsoftweensandteens.com

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I’m hearing from so many of you that it’s really, really tough right now - many of you listening are dealing with kids that are struggling with depression, anxiety, isolation, lack of motivation and you have no idea what to do to support them.

This is what we are going to dive into in today’s episode...

My guest is Casey O'Roarty, the host of the popular podcast Joyful Courage, a positive discipline trainer, and a parent coach.

Casey vulnerably shares her experience as a mother with a daughter that sunk into a crippling mental health crisis - and her journey through the pain and powerlessness she felt like as a mom as she sought to support her daughter.

**Casey also shares her own deep personal work in the midst of this crisis and what helped her and her daughter to eventually find healing.

Casey's website: Joyful Courage Podcast: Joyful Courage The Podcast Episode with Casey Interviewing Her Daughter About Her Mental Health and Journey/** An Honest Conversation with Rowan About Her Journey of Mental Health and Self Discovery

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years. Email me at sheryl@momsoftweensandteens.com

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In this episode, I share How to Become A Safe Place For Your Tweens And Teens Where They Will Want To Open Up And Talk To You.

I love the quote - They may forget what you said — but they will never forget how you made them feel.

—Carl W. Buehner

**Our kids don’t care how much we know - it’s about how we make them feel that will make the difference in building a strong relationship with them but not only that, it will impact how they see themselves, others, and the world.

I share 3 Foundational Parenting Principles and 5 Essential Keys To Get Your Tween or Teen To Open Up To You.

It's a process and when you practice these things you will see a huge difference in your relationships with your kids.
Enjoy!**

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If you’re tuning in today and you have a tween or teen that is challenging - maybe they’re disrespectful, arguing constantly, or have explosive emotions - you are going to want to listen to today’s episode

It’s real.

It’s raw.

And it’s honest.

Today I’m interviewing Jen Kehl - the COO here at Moms of Tweens and Teens. She is also a ninja mom of an adolescent boy, writer, podcast host of the show, Watch This, Not That, and Social Media extraordinaire and a wonderful friend.

**She shares how she struggled with her son’s angry outbursts, disrespectful behavior, and attitudes and what she learned that turned the titanic around and led to having a close and connected imperfect relationship with him today.

Where to find Jen:*jen@momsoftweeensandteens.com* Her Podcast: Watch This Not That Website: Moms of Tweens and Teens Her Website: The Stereo Sisters *
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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

Get on the waitlist to get all the details and to be the first to know when it opens! https://momsoftweensandteens.lpages.co/waiting-list-for-membership/

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In this episode, I interviewed Kim Laureen, a mother of 8, speaker, and writer, and the writer and director of the powerful film selfless. **If you have a tween or teen this is a great film to watch with them.

The film selfless shares powerful stories and captures what it is like for teenagers to live in a digital age and opens up conversations about the ever-growing epidemic with selfies, social media, and technology and how it is affecting our body, mind, and soul.**

Kim is also the founder of Fresh Independent Productions and an advocate for youth and families at risk.

"Everywhere you go heads are down with faces not engaged in one another which brings forth the question, ‘Where are we leading the next generation?’ T**his story pushes away doom and gloom offering a bright, beautiful film filled with messages of hope as we navigate this challenging time we live in."

Where to find the movie selfless: selflessmovie.com*Book a ScreeningHost A Workshop .....
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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

Get on the waitlist to get all the details and to be the first to know when it opens! https://momsoftweensandteens.lpages.co/waiting-list-for-membership/

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**Dr. Z is back!

In this episode, Dr. Sheryl Ziegler talks with me about the Social Emotional and Physical Changes Tween Girls Go Through and How You Can Be Prepared Before She Hits The Teen Years.

A few highlights:**

• Preteen behaviors - what to expect and what's normal.
• How to prepare your daughter for all of the social, emotional, and physical changes that she's going through during puberty and what's to come during the teen years.
• How to have difficult and awkward conversations about puberty, etc. with her.
• How to use the tween years (9,10,11, 12) as an opportunity to celebrate your daughter's transition to womanhood.
• Laying a strong foundation for a strong relationship with your daughter where she will feel like she can talk to you.

**Where to find Dr. Sheryl Ziegler:

Her Mother/Daughter Puberty Course: Start With The Talk Website: https://www.drsherylziegler.com/ Her book: Mommy Burnout, How to Reclaim Your Life and Raise Healthier Children In The Process**

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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As parents, it’s been a year of difficult conversations with our children about the virus, and political upheaval, and rioting. And this past week we’ve watched as protestors in Washington D.C. stormed the Capitol on Wednesday.

**Our tweens and teens are seeing all of this. It's upsetting.

What do we say? How do we navigate all of this and answer their questions if they’re even asking and if they’re not and they’re quiet how do we talk about this mess when we’re having a hard time processing it?**

**In this episode, I'm not going to talk about anything political. I want to support you to use this tragic event as an opportunity to check in with them and find out what they're hearing and how they're feeling and to discuss how to deal with disagreements and conflict in healthy ways, how to take what is happening in our world and do good, and other important conversations that we need to be having with our kids as we wrestle through the chaos, uncertainty, and confusion around us.

Let's jump in!**

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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If you’re a mom of a boy - you are well aware that there is no manual that can possibly prepare you for the unique joys and challenges of raising a son.

And when they hit the tween and teen years there are a lot of changes - you may be finding your once sweet, affectionate son is beginning to pull away, they may talk less and not include you in how they’re doing.

**Or they may resist your advice. You may be finding it difficult to know how to connect with them and support them when they’re struggling.

These are all topics that Kara Lewis and I discuss in this interview.**

Kara has had a lot of experience as the lucky mom of four boys.

Kara founded TheJoysofBoys.com in 2012 as a way to celebrate the little men in her life and has now grown into a resource that connects parents of boys with family-focused activities, parenting advice, and support to help them to connect and communicate with their sons to bring out the best in them.

Kara has published two journals, A Mother and Her Son: A Shared Journal Adventure and A Father and His Son: A Shared Journal Adventure. **These journals help parents connect with their sons in a fun way.

Mentioned in this episode:

Kara's FREE GUIDE: Get your son to listen. A Guide to Effectively Communicating and Connecting with Your Son Workshop: Confident Mothers/Thriving Sons Website: TheJoysofBoys.com Kara's FB - The Joys of Boys Kara's Instagram - The Joys of My Boys Email: Kara@joysofboys.com**

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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If you want to know how to talk to your kids about drugs, drinking, or addiction or you have a teen who is using drugs and/or alcohol you are going to learn so much from my very special guest Amber Hollingsworth.

Amber is the expert when it comes to addiction and family systems. She is a licensed professional counselor and a master addiction counselor, She is also the founder of Hope For Families Recovery Center**.

She has an AWESOME YouTube channel, which I absolutely love, called Put The Shovel Down - where she provides free education, advice, and support for individuals and families struggling with substance abuse problems.**

In this episode, Amber shares with us ...

• 3 Reasons Why Adolescents Are More Vulnerable to Addiction
• What The Research Shows About the Likelihood That An Adolescent Will Become Addicted To Substances
• What Parents Can Do To Talk To Their Kids About Alcohol, Drugs, and Addiction
• The Truth About Marijuana
• What To Say If You Find Out Your Kid Is Using - A Better And More Effective Approach
• The Difference Between Consequences And Punishment and Why Punishment Doesn't Work
• The #1 Most Effective Thing You Can Do To Help Protect Your Kid Against Addiction

Mentioned in this Episode:

Amber's YouTube Channel: Put The Shovel DownAmber's Article About MarijuanaWebsite: Hope For Families
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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Welcome to episode #4 of the Moms of Tweens and Teens podcast!

If you're worried about the day your tween or teen leaves the nest.
Or
You have a child that is unmotivated, and you worry about their future,

If you want to learn what you can do to prepare them for adulthood and set them up for success in the real world when they leave the nest, you will want to listen to this episode where I interview Dennis Trittin and Arlyn Lawrence! They share powerful parenting strategies to prepare our kids to thrive in the real world!

Dennis Trittin is a successful author, publisher, educator, speaker, and money manager committed to helping young people reach their full potential. As founder and CEO of LifeSmart Publishing and the author of What I Wish I Knew at 18: Life Lessons for the Road Ahead and co-author of Wings Not Strings: Parenting Strategies to Let Go with Confidence and Parenting for the Launch: Raising Teens to Succeed in the Real World, Dennis combines his world-class leadership experience with passionate advocacy for the next generation.Arlyn Lawrence is the co-author of "Wings, Not Strings, Parenting For The Launch," and "What I Wish I knew At 18" - Leadership Life Skills and Leadership Curriculum. She is also a book editor and publishing professional. That's what she does for a day job and she is a wife and mom of five grown children and almost eight grandchildren!
Let’s have some fun and jump in!

Shared on this podcast:

Dennis and Arlyn's books:*Wings Not Strings: Parenting Strategies to Let Go with Confidence.What I Wish I Knew at 18: Life Lessons for the Road AheadParenting for the Launch: Raising Teens to Succeed in the Real World* *
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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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"We cannot give what we do not have. When I am thriving, when I have calm and peace within – then I can give it to my children**." - Hunter Clarke-Fields

This episode is a breath of fresh air! I'm talking with Hunter Clarke-Fields who is a mindfulness mentor/coach, host of the Mindful Mama podcast, and author of Raising Good Humans: A Mindful Guide to Breaking the Cycle of Reactive Parenting and Raising Kind, Confident Kids**.

**Hunter is she is so relatable and real in this interview that you can't help but feel calmer and more compassionate towards yourself.

Hunter vulnerable shares...**

• Her own challenges as a mom who struggled with anger, yelling, and feeling like she was failing.
• How she chose to see her daughter as a gift and take the courageous steps to heal the unhealthy patterns she grew up with.
• How your ability to remain grounded affects your parenting,
• Communication skills to help your child to process their big emotions, self-regulate, and cultivate a deeper connection with them.
• What you can do to be less reactive and become a more calm and connected parent and provide your child with what they truly need.

Sit back, listen, and glean from all Hunter's wisdom!

FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Hunter's Book: Raising Good Humans by Hunter Clarke-Fields
• Mindful Mama Podcast
• Website:Mindful Mama Mentor
• Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mindfulmamamentor/
• Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/huntercyoga/

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Today’s episode is a conversation with my friend Amy Carney.

Amy is a writer, speaker, Mother of 5, and the author of Parent On Purpose, A Courageous Approach To Raising Children In A Complicated World, and an inspiration for all of us parents!

Amy is amazing and this interview is convicting and empowering for those of you who want to parent courageously, reclaim your leadership role, and redefine success for your family (yes!).

In this episode Amy and Sheryl discuss...

• How overparenting is hindering our children.
• How we can become more intentional in our parenting by focusing on the end game.
• What we can do to build strong relationships with our kids and how to shift our thinking to what really matters.
• Strategies to build strong families and equip our children to become capable and confident young adults.

Where to find Amy and buy her book:

• Amy's Book: Parent on Purpose: A Courageous Approach to Raising Children in a Complicated World
• Website: www.amycarney.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amylcarney/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amylcarney/

Mamas, if you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider sharing the love and leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It really makes a difference and takes less than 60 seconds!

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

Get on the waitlist to get all the details and to be the first to know when it opens! https://momsoftweensandteens.lpages.co/waiting-list-for-membership/

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**I’m so excited Mamas to be launching the Moms of Tweens and Teens Podcast!

We are kicking it off with a bang and I am interviewing Dr. Sheryl Ziegler, an expert on how to deal with stress and burnout and one of my favorite people who has so much wisdom to share with us - affectionately known as Dr. Z., she is an Author of Mommy Burnout™, TEDx Speaker, Podcast Host of The Dr. Sheryl Show, Media Contributor, Consultant, and Entrepreneur.

**If you’re feeling stressed and burned out dealing with remote learning, chaos, and uncertainty, you are for sure going to want to listen to this episode!

In this episode you will learn:**

• The 6 hallmark Signs Of Mom Burnout (oh my gosh - yep, my hand is raised!)
• What to do when you feel like your failing as a mom (been there!)
• How to take care of yourself, especially when navigating remote learning and all that we are dealing with around COVID - what Dr. Z shares is soooooo helpful!
• How to say “no” - Dr. Z shares with us a script we can use!
• The choices we make that cause more stress and burnout for us as moms and what to do instead to restore peace and well-being.

Where to find Dr. Sheryl Ziegler:
Website: https://www.drsherylziegler.com/
Her Mother/Daughter Puberty Course: Start With The Talk
Her book: Mommy Burnout, How to Reclaim Your Life and Raise Healthier Children In The Process

Mamas, if you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider sharing the love and leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It really makes a difference and takes less than 60 seconds!

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Find more encouragement, wisdom, and resources:

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Join our Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Momsoftweensandteens

Find awesome resources on MOTTs University: https://www.mottsuniversity.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

Get on the waitlist to get all the details and to be the first to know when it opens! https://momsoftweensandteens.lpages.co/waiting-list-for-membership/