Parenting Teens Blog
Tips & strategies for navigating the teen years without losing your mind.
5 Secrets to Better Address Disrespectful Behavior
Navigating through your teen's challenging behaviors, like that all-too-familiar door slam, can be a real test of patience. I've been right there in the trenches with my own daughter. Thankfully, we've come a long way, and she's now pretty skilled at handling her feelings (and knows when I need a moment too).
How To Set Boundaries for Your Teen That Stick
Eager to set boundaries that your teen will respect? These 4 strategies will set you up for success .
Adolescence is a time of exploration, self-discovery, and a desire for independence. While it's crucial to nurture their newfound autonomy, setting clear boundaries is essential for maintaining a healthy and respectful parent-teenager relationship.
Pro Parenting Tip #46: One a Day
I was working with one of my lovely clients, Jessica, who was frustrated with how her teen daughter treated her. "She's so rude to me. She gets nasty and shuts me out before I even open my mouth." Here’s what I told her…
Pro Parenting Tip #39: Say No to “Because I Said So.”
I know, I know, you're the parent and you shouldn't have to explain yourself. But when you don't explain yourself, here's what you may be teaching your teen:
Pro Parenting Tip #38: Don't Claim the Best Choice
Teens are wired to do their own thing. When we tell them the "right" thing to do, we claim it as our choice, not theirs. If you want your teen to make the "right" choice, give them the chance to claim it.
Pro Parenting Tip #37: Make a 5 to 1 Investment
The goal is to keep your teen’s emotional account as full as possible. That way, when the inevitable clash arises, your teen has enough relational currency to cover it. The more you invest now, the more your teen will prosper later.
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