The Importance of Self-Care for Parents of Teenagers
As parents, we often prioritize our children's needs above our own, especially when they’re navigating challenges like academic pressures, social changes, and mental health issues. However, it’s essential to remember that taking care of yourself is not selfish; it’s an investment in your ability to support your teen effectively. In this blog post, we explore why self-care is crucial for parents of teenagers, particularly those supporting teens with mental health concerns. We look at practical tips to help you maintain your well-being.
How Do I Get My Teenager to “Like” Me? (Part 2)
Parenting teenagers can be a tricky task, but also incredibly rewarding. In the previous article, we looked at two things parents of teenagers need to stop doing. In this post, we’ll focus on two things they need to start doing: start paying attention & start letting go.
It might not be an easy transition for you to make, but I’m confident that this change will significantly improve the health and wellbeing of your whole family…
How Do I Get My Teenager to “Like” Me? (Part 1)
Parenting teenagers is a wild ride… and I’m confident in saying that even the best parents have their communication and relationship skills stretched to max capacity when their kids hit the teen years.
Thankfully, it’s not all bad, and there is lots you can do to make these years enjoyable for both you and your child…