249: When Teasing Turns Toxic, What’s a Parent to Do?
Middle school can be rough—emotionally, socially, and developmentally. When teasing crosses the line into cruelty, it usually puts a dent in kids’ confidence and sense of belonging. In this episode, D...
9 Joulu 202528min
248: Should Our Tween Dictate Our Post-Divorce Visitation Schedule?
When parents divorce, how much say should a tween or teen have in deciding where they live, and how often they switch homes? Divorce is hard on everyone, but for kids it often comes with a lot of uph...
2 Joulu 202526min
247: ENCORE: Lying, Sneaking, Cheating. What Keeps Kids From Being Honest?
When your child lies about homework, screen time, or where they’ve been, it can feel like a punch to the gut. But what if lying isn’t a sign of bad character, and instead a normal part of growing up? ...
25 Marras 202533min
246: My Son is Becoming Sexist. How Do I Stop This?
It’s not always easy to be a seventh grade boy. Their confidence may be fragile, they tend to lag behind girls in terms of pubertal development, and at school-a place that can feel like it's built for...
18 Marras 202526min
244: What If Anxiety Won't Let My Teen Sleep?
If your tween or teen lies awake with worries spinning in their mind, or if you’ve wondered whether it’s anxiety, hormones, or something more, this episode is for you. Dr. Lisa Damour and journalist R...
4 Marras 202524min
243: How Do I Talk with My Teen About Alcohol and Weed?
How do you tell your teen not to drink or use weed… while also letting them know they can let you know if they’ve made a bad choice? It can feel impossible to balance rules with approachability. In th...
28 Loka 202534min
242: How Do I Get My Kids to Like Each Other?
How do you get your kids to like each other… or at least stop fighting all the time? If you’re parenting tweens and teens, sibling conflict can feel endless. One moment they’re laughing together, the...
21 Loka 202527min
