Parenting Articles and Episodes

Parenting teenagers can be tough, but you are not alone! Connection is key to creating an atmosphere of trust and belonging in your home. We’ll help you keep a pulse on the latest tips and trends in teen culture to help you understand and connect with the teens in your house.

Teens need champions. Be one.

Every teen deserves an adult who believes in them. Our newsletter is packed with updates on teen life, free resources, and practical ways to build stronger, more supportive relationships with the young people you care about. When you grow, they thrive.

Subscribe today — because one caring adult can change everything.

Ep. 74: Boosting Energy & Juul Marketing

Ep. 74: Boosting Energy & Juul Marketing

Be sure to catch Chris and Karlie’s tips for getting a natural energy boost; an update on teen vaping; and how to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month.

Ep. 72: Confidentiality & Fall Watch List

Ep. 72: Confidentiality & Fall Watch List

When is it ok to break confidentiality with a teen? We’ve got tips you’ll appreciate in episode 73. Plus, tune in for fun shows and movies to watch this fall!

Ep. 71: Suicide Prevention & BeReal

Ep. 71: Suicide Prevention & BeReal

In honor of Suicide Prevention Awareness Week, Chris and Karlie offer tips for checking in with teenagers. They’ll also share Karlie’s experience with BeReal.

Ep. 70: Grief & Banned Books

Ep. 70: Grief & Banned Books

Join us for a very relevant conversation on how to support teens through grief, book bans (& challenges), and loan forgiveness. You don’t want to miss it!

6 Soft Skills for Every Teen

6 Soft Skills for Every Teen

After two years of quarantines and unorthodox school routines, it’s especially important to hone in on soft skills that will help teens succeed socially.