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Dry January and Teens

Dry January and Teens

Dry January could be a good time for you as a parent to practice, model, and educate on alcohol awareness and responsible drinking. Here are a few ideas.

Ep.  90: Curiosity & the Gas App

Ep. 90: Curiosity & the Gas App

Get tips on how to truly connect with your teen through curiosity. We’ll take a look at when to ask the right questions and what you might want to ask.

Ep. 86: Staff Christmas Party

Ep. 86: Staff Christmas Party

Join us for a special episode where the Teen Life staff share their own Christmas traditions, along with ways to make the holidays fun for the whole family.