Today, we're going to delve into a topic that's crucial for every parent of teens: finding the right mentors for your girl. As our daughters navigate through their teenage years, having positive role models and mentors can make a world of difference in their growth and development. So, let's dive into our four tips to help your teen girl find the right mentors to connect with.   Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up to you? Do you want to...

Do you scratch your head trying to figure out how to connect with your teen girl?  You think of fun activities you can do with her with excitement and soon disappointed to hear your teenage daughter does not share the same feelings as you.  How can you connect and have fun with her when all she does is reject your ideas? Well, no worries, mama! Here are 3 tips to overcome the rejection and three ideas to get your daughter to loosen up and share some fun moments with you.   Are you looking for...

Want your teen girl to value hard work? Do you wish your teenage daughter had the confidence to believe in herself?Do you want to know how to guide your girl towards complete ownership of her life?I have a celebrity guest Jesse LeBeau on with me in today’s episode.  He shares his answers to these questions as he journeyed through his own life.  He is a youth mentor empowering students across the nation and I’m so glad to have him on sharing his wisdom with you mama. You can find Jesse at...

Today's episode is dedicated to all the moms out there who've recently discovered that their teenage daughters have embarked on the journey of first love, complete with first kisses. It's a pivotal moment in both their lives, but as moms, it can sometimes leave us feeling blindsided and yes, even a tad betrayed that our daughters didn't confide in us. But fear not, because today, we're going to explore three tips to help navigate this delicate situation, fostering trust and understanding...

Are you feeling a bit stuck in letting your teenage daughter know just how much you care and love her? Do you sometimes find it challenging to meet her right where she is at in this rollercoaster journey of adolescence? Maybe you are feeling frustrated because your teen girl doubts your love towards her.Trust me, you're not alone. In today's episode, we're going to explore three simple yet powerful ways to love your teenage daughter right where she's at.    Are you looking for ways to...

Mom of Teenager, Have you asked yourself these questions: Where did I go wrong with my daughter?What did I do to deserve this? Why do I feel like no one understands what it’s like raising a teen girl? First off, as lonely as it may seem, I want you to know you are not alone.   Today's topic is one that's close to my heart: the importance of mentorship within our community of moms.   Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up to you? Do you want to...

Mama,   I received a question from a fellow mom of teen girls that asks, How do I handle her rebellion and rule-breaking without loosing it on her?     Today, we're diving into a common concern many moms have. parenting a teen daughter can be a challenging journey, and today, I’m here to share 3 tips to help you through not losing it!    Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up to you? Do you want to understand why is it so hard to approach your...

Hey mama,   Are you having a difficult time connecting with your girl now that she is a tween or teenager?   Do you find it difficult to do something together that will actually be enjoyable?   I understand your teenage daughter  is changing, and the activities you used to do together no longer has the same impact as it had in the past.  Now you find yourself scratching your head trying to figure out how to connect with her better.  You want to enjoy her company as a teen but you simply can’t...

Help!  How do I fix my teenage girl's attitude? Says most moms of teen girls. The words attitude and teenager go hand in hand.  Raising teens is a roller coaster ride of emotions.  We just want to nip in the bud and fix the jumble of emotions that parents often face.   Today I'm giving 4 tips on how to fix your teen daughter's attitude.  Love me through this episode!!  Are you looking for a supportive mom community? The common thing I ask the moms I work with to be most valuable is having a...

Mom of teen girl, Do you have to brace yourself when saying "no" to your daughter?Does your teen demand reasons for your "no"? (And it better be a good one!)Does she almost always end up yelling and screaming for not getting her way? If you find your teenager not settling for you "no", I give you 5 ways to with the backfire from you daughter.   Are you looking for a supportive mom community? The common thing I ask the moms I work with to be most valuable is having a community with other moms...

Do you find yourself scrolling TikTok and amazed at how much is shared by teens  you don’t know who are putting themselves out there with total strangers?   Does it baffle you that your teenage daughter thinks it’s normal?   Today I give 5 reasons why teens like to overshare on TIkTok even if they are complete strangers and what you, mom of teen girl, can do to keep these conversations within the home.   Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up to...

Is your teenage daughter a perfectionist? Does she worry a lot about a lot of things? Do you find your teen girl frozen with all the “what if’s”?   I know this personality all too well.  The one that worries about what others think.  The one who puts a lot of unnecessary pressure on herself to make sure there are no problems or mistakes.   WIth the NEW YEAR and resolutions we are all motivated to take on including your daughter.  She may have an overwhelming desire to getter done.  Go full...

Do you wish your teen girl would see just how awesome she is? Do you find yourself having to give your teenage daughter a pep talk everytime she needs to do something on her own?   You worry about how she perceives herself in a world that can easily swallow her up.   Today I am giving you 4 ways you, mom of a teenage daughter, can help her gain the confidence she needs. Ep 110 | Quit Saving Your Teenage Daughter! 4 Ways to Guide Your Girl to Figure it Out    Are you looking for ways to...

Teen girls & friend drama practically go hand in hand.  I don’t think I know one woman who has avoided drama with friends.     Us girls thrive on community and relationships.  So when imperfect people are put together, mixed in with some super charged hormones, drama is bound to happen.   I didn’t escape it and neither has my daughter.  So I think it’s a responsibility to help guide our girls through navigating friendships during this adolescent time.   Have a listen as I share 3 areas...

Have you heard of the term “helicopter mom”?  A mom who takes an overprotective or excessive interest in the life of her child or children.    Maybe this definition sounds all too familiar to you when it comes to parenting your teenage daughter.  I know you have a huge heart to protect your girl from the bad things in this world.  I would have to agree that us moms really do.   However, there comes a point where we simply have to release the reigns a bit to help guide your teenager through...

Mama, Do you have an older teenage daughter getting ready for college? Do you worry about funding her college or whether you can afford it? Or maybe you have this expectation that she is going to have to figure it out. Today I interview my friend Kara Walker, host of Money & Mental Peace, a podcast serving college-aged students & teens to find scholarships and graduate debt-free like she did herself.  We talk about mentorship, dreams, and having conversations around finances.  Grab...

As mothers of teenage girls, navigating the tumultuous waters of adolescence can often feel like a baffling puzzle. Amidst the whirlwind of emotions, aspirations, and transformations, fostering a deep connection with your daughter becomes an intricate dance, demanding patience, understanding, and shared moments of growth.    One avenue that stands out in this journey is the practice of creating vision boards together – a dynamic tool that not only cultivates a shared bond but also fosters...

Does your teen girl feel misunderstood?   Do you feel your teenage daughter's views are misaligned with yours?   Today I want to talk to you about clarity, expectations and unification within the family, specifically raising your teen and having her remain a part of the family unit.  We’re going to dive into core values and how these values scream TEAM FAMILY all over it.  I’ll be giving you some tips in implementing your core values so that everyone is one board.   Resources referred to in...

Mom of teen girl,   You want your teenage daughter to come to you about anything.  You feel more disconnected from her as you have from the past.  You are noticing you are now entering the teen stage and her actions, attitudes and choices are proving that she is.   This is why you are here.  You want to create open communication with your teen girl so she can come to you even if she’s scared, even if it’s a hard topic because you want to know what’s going on and to help her!   Tomorrow we...

Mama, Do you ever wonder about the future of your teen girl? Do you worry about your relationship with her as adults? Are you scared of what the future holds for her based on what you are experiencing now?   It’s Christmas day.  A day for some of us is a day that represent peace, hope, and joy. Today I share my story.  My story comes from a dysfunctional family. I was a 13 year old rebel who struggled with my worth all throughout until adulthood.  My story didn’t end there…it took a turn when...

Are you struggling with communicating with your teen girl especially in the busyness of the holiday season?   Do you find winter break causing stress on your relationship with your teenage daughter?   Mama, we can get caught up in the busyness of the season and get all the things on our to-do lists done.  Believe it or not, all the things we are doing for our teen may be the very thing that is getting in the way of open communication with her.  Today I share the #1 way to create open...

Are you concerned about what your teen girl is willing to do to fit in her friend group? Do you find your daughter compromising her own values to accommodate her friends?   Is she pretending to someone you know she’s not just so can appease her gal pals?   I know this sounds like scenes from the move “Mean Girls”.  I’m going to help you, mom of teen, with 3 ways you can help your girl make friends without changing who she is.   Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can...

Hey mom of teen,   Have you seen the new Netflix Movie - Family Switch which stars fellow mom of teens actress Jennifer Garner?   I was highly interested in watching because it’s about a typical family with portraying try-hard parents & the teenagers that think they are totally uncool.   I just recently watched it at the recommendation of my husband as I overheard him belly laughing through the movie.  I love feel-good movies that can  make comedy of our seasonal challenges in the...

Mama,   There are too many options for our teens today.  Your girl is being exposed to fake news, real news, TikTok challenges and stories that  straight up showcases bullying.   You find it exhausting trying to manage the exposure your teenage daughter has to the world.  You worry these influences will impact your girls ability to make the right decisions.   I hear you!  Today I give you 5 tips to raising your daughter to choose what is right over what is popular.   Are you looking for ways...

Mama,   Have you found yourself stuck on what questions to ask your teen girl so she’ll talk to you?   Do you find it difficult to hold a conversation with her because she’ll only answer with one word?   Having your teenage daughter engage in a conversation with you can be pretty frustrating especially when you are trying really hard to get her to talk to you.  You wholeheartedly want to know what’s going on in her life.  Sometimes you just want to have a normal conversation about anything...