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Understanding the Emotional Burden your Teen is Carrying

Understanding the Emotional Burden your Teen is Carrying

March 23, 2023March 23, 2023 Blog
Hormones. Something we talk about a lot when it comes to our teens. We talk about this a lot because it plays a large role in every aspect of our ... Read more
5 Things Your Teen Loves (but probably won’t admit!)

5 Things Your Teen Loves (but probably won’t admit!)

March 13, 2023March 13, 2023 Blog
Remember the statement – actions speak louder than words? These are great words to live by when raising a teen! They may not always want to talk with you, but ... Read more
Brain Development in your Teen & Pre-Teen 🧠

Brain Development in your Teen & Pre-Teen 🧠

February 24, 2023February 13, 2023 Blog
Our teens are physically growing like weeds, but did you know their brain is going through significant changes as well? Preteens go from a black and white way of thinking ... Read more
Teen Love – When to Ask Questions + Do you Ever Need to Intervene?

Teen Love – When to Ask Questions + Do you Ever Need to Intervene?

February 13, 2023February 13, 2023 Blog
Alright parents – imagine this… Your teen has been coming home extra giddy the last few days and you are just SO curious as to why she’s acting so different. ... Read more
How to Stay Present in your Teen’s Life in 2023

How to Stay Present in your Teen’s Life in 2023

February 8, 2023February 13, 2023 Blog
It’s a new year and while you may have new goals surrounding your career, household, fitness journey or self-care routine – have you thought about the goal of being more ... Read more
Weight Gain and its Emotional Impact on your Teen

Weight Gain and its Emotional Impact on your Teen

February 4, 2023February 4, 2023 Blog
Today’s conversation is one I never sit back on because it is very important. You may already know at this point, but teens going through puberty can gain an average ... Read more
Everything you need to know about puberty

Everything you need to know about puberty

December 22, 2022March 6, 2023 Blog
Puberty. PHEW.  It can be a whirlwind for us,but I challenge you to imagine what a whirlwind it is for your teen! Let’s just focus on the physical changes today. ... Read more
The conversations you wish you had with your parents

The conversations you wish you had with your parents

November 29, 2022March 6, 2023 Blog
If you’re anything like me, you may have grown up in a more “hush hush” environment that didn’t allow for conversations about sex, changing hormones, emotions, peer pressure and all ... Read more
Give your Teen Some Freedom & Watch them Thrive

Give your Teen Some Freedom & Watch them Thrive

October 27, 2022October 27, 2022 Blog
For some parents, teens growing into more responsibility and independence is exciting and freeing – for other parents, it is terrifying! No matter which feeling you lean towards, it is ... Read more
Your Relationship with your Parents Matters

Your Relationship with your Parents Matters

September 23, 2022September 23, 2022 Blog
Let’s take a moment to think back to our teenage years. I know, I know – it was a long time ago and maybe you can’t remember everything, but try ... Read more

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