Mighty Parenting | Raising Teens | Parenting Young Adults

College is changing, and a 4-year degree is no longer a guarantee of success. Ryan Craig joins Mighty Parenting hosts, Judy Davis and Sandy Fowler, for an in-depth discussion on the new expectations, job hunting strategies, and decision-making process our kids are facing as they look for a good first job. Our Guest:  Ryan Craig Detailed Show Notes: Visit MightyParentingPodcast.com.Support: Visit MightyParenting.com for tools, community, inspiration, and support for yourself.

We believe parents know their child best, which is confirmed by parenting expert Ann Douglas who tells us to follow our gut when we think something is awry with our child. On this week's episode of the Mighty Parenting podcast, Judy Davis and Sandy Fowler find out how to know what's wrong and how to parent through learning disabilities, behavior problems, and mental health challenges. They discuss the stress this creates for our kids and what happens to families when one person is experiencing a challenge or a mental illness. Our Guest: Ann Douglas    Detailed Show Notes: Visit MightyParentingPodcast.com.Support: Visit MightyParenting.com for tools, community, inspiration, and support for yourself.

Sleep deprivation is something we expect when we have a newborn in the house, not a teenager. But teens are tired and so are their parents. Hosts Judy Davis and Sandy Fowler discuss the problem of sleep deprivation and parenting a teenager along with the role anxiety plays in this situation. Our Guest:  Frances Robbins Detailed Show Notes: Visit MightyParentingPodcast.com.Support: Visit MightyParenting.com for tools, community, inspiration, and support for yourself.

Parents sometimes find that connecting with your teenager becomes a real challenge. The 5 love languages are a beautiful way to meet this challenge and make your teen feel loved. Mighty Parenting podcast hosts, Judy Davis and Sandy Fowler, chat with Noel Meador to find out how the 5 love languages affect our family relationships. We’ll find out what happens to our teens when these needs aren’t met, as well as how we can satisfy our child’s longing to feel loved. Our Guest: Noel Meador Detailed Show Notes: Visit MightyParentingPodcast.com.Support: Visit MightyParenting.com for tools, community, inspiration, and support for yourself. 

Some issues can scare us and leave us feeling helpless. The rise in teen suicide rates can feel like that. But there are things we need to know and there are things we can do to help our kids and other kids in our lives. Suicide prevention is something that we can all participate in so Mighty Parenting podcast hosts, Judy Davis and Sandy Fowler are having an honest discussion about suicide prevention. They’ll cover what’s happening as well as a simple path we can all follow to change the tide. Our Guest:  Judy Davis and Sandy Fowler Detailed Show Notes: Visit MightyParentingPodcast.com.Support: Visit MightyParenting.com for tools, community, inspiration, and support for yourself.

Are you worried about your teen? Hearing negative talk about their body or appearance? Body image and society has become a big problem and it’s even stopping our kids from trying things or grabbing ahold of opportunities—simply because they don’t think they look right. Mighty Parenting Podcast hosts, Judy Davis and Sandy Fowler, interview activist and educator Dana Suchow to find out why this is happening and what parents can do. Our Guest: Dana Suchow Detailed Show Notes: Visit MightyParentingPodcast.com.Support: Visit MightyParenting.com for tools, community, inspiration, and support for yourself. 

Is teen behavior making you crazy? Or do you worry about your relationship with your teen? There is an interesting dynamic at play during the teen years and when we teach, mold, and impose consequences on our teens, it can get tough. Mighty Parenting Podcast hosts, Judy Davis and Sandy Fowler pick parent coach Cindy Kaplan’s brain about punishment vs discipline vs problem solving. They’re finding out what the real difference is, which one gets you more of what you want, and how you can use it to strengthen your relationship with your teen. Our Guest:  Cindy Kaplan Detailed Show Notes: Visit MightyParentingPodcast.com.Support: Visit MightyParenting.com for tools, community, inspiration, and support for yourself. .  

Math can be a challenging subject for kids and their parents. But what’s really causing the problems? What effect can it have on your teen? Are there things you can do to turn this around? Mighty Parenting podcast hosts, Judy Davis and Sand Fowler, interview Zoie Hoffman to find out what math mindset is, to uncover the truth about why kids struggle with math, and find out what parents can do about it. Our Guest: Zoie Hoffman From Our Sponsor DASIUM: Being able to handle our emotions in a healthy way is key to good physical and mental health. Knowing when your child is at risk for issues caused by an inability deal with stress and emotions (issues like depression, addiction, and suicide ideation) is an important parenting skill. We know how challenging these issues can be for parents, so we’ve created a Parent Support Kit to help you figure out what is going on with your child and manage the situation. The kit includes our Warning Signs book, quick tips to help your child if they’re in distress, the 411 on healthy coping strategies, and more. Get the details and purchase your kit at http://dasium.net/store/ Show Notes: Visit MightyParentingPodcast.com and select episode 30.Support: Visit MightyParenting.com for tools, community, inspiration, and support.

Being resilient is one key to parenting because mentally strong parents raise mentally strong kids. Join Judy Davis and Sandy Fowler as they talk with the author of 13 Things Mentally Strong Parents Don't Do, Amy Morin. In this episode of the Mighty Parenting podcast, they will share tips and strategies for raising our teens to be strong and resilient. Our Guest: Amy Morin Tips & Info from our Sponsors: From DASIUM: Raising a teenager feels like a whole different world. If you are wondering whether behavior changes are normal or cause for concern, want a little help in dealing with stress or anxiety, or just need some tips for communicating with your teen, get our Parent Support Kit has what you need as you build an emotionally healthy life for your family. Show Notes: Visit MightyParentingPodcast.com and select episode 29.Support: Visit MightyParenting.com for tools, community, inspiration, and support.

Mighty Parenting podcast hosts, Judy Davis and Sandy Fowler, ponder life balance for parents. Life, work, kids, marriage, they all pull at us but Judy and Sandy delve into how real people with busy lives can find work life balance for parents. Our Guests: Judy Davis and Sandy Fowler  To learn more or connect with our guests, visit DASIUM.net From our Sponsor: From DASIUM: Unhealthy coping strategies can lead to increased stress and anxiety, addiction, depression, and even suicide. But the solution is simply to learn new coping strategies that work. There are many ways to do this including: Self-Taught You can read books, listen to talks, attend lectures or talk to people you know who have great skills. Visit us at DASIUM.net to explore information and resources. Community Resources Many community organizations teach life skill classes. Professional Outreach Coaches, counselors, therapists, psychologists, and psychiatrists can help individuals and families learn new ways to handle stress and anxiety. Some will offer emotional skills classes as well. Show Notes: Visit MightyParentingPodcast.com and select episode 28.Support: Visit MightyParenting.com for tools, community, inspiration, and support.

Marriage and parenting are both tough but marriage and kids together is the biggest challenge. It is also the biggest opportunity. Judy Davis and Sandy Fowler interview relationship expert Dr. Terri Orbuch to get the secret sauce for maximizing the joy in your marriage while raising great teens. Tune in to today's Mighty Parenting Podcast for tips on helping teens learn to have healthy relationships as well as scientifically backed information on what harms your marriage and how you can strengthen it. In Real Talk, Judy and Sandy dig into what can happen when you plan an unplanned family vacation. Our Guest: Dr. Terri Orbuch Tips & Info from our Sponsors: From DASIUM:  Raising a teenager feels like a whole different world and can create a lot of worry or anxiety for parents. While we know you have many things to do, at the core of it you want to have a good relationship—one where they know you have their back and will listen. Focus on open communication, listening rather than telling or solving—and doing it without judgement. If you are wondering whether behavior changes are normal or cause for concern, want a little help in dealing with stress or anxiety, or just need some tips for communicating with your teen, get our Parent Support Kit. It has what you need as you build an emotionally healthy life for your family. Show Notes: Visit MightyParentingPodcast.com and select episode 27.Support: Visit MightyParenting.com for tools, community, inspiration, and support.

Discover how learning styles and learning mindsets may be holding your child back. In this Mighty Parenting podcast episode, co-hosts Judy Davis and Sandy Fowler talk with learning and education expert Kimberly Kassner. They'll be getting tips and strategies parents can use to support and help their teenagers and college students succeed while building their self-esteem. In Real Talk we are digging into yelling; what it really is, what it does to our kids and our relationships, and what you can do about it. Our Guest:  Kimberly Kassner From Our Sponsor DASIUM: When our kids have low self-esteem it can impact their susceptibility to abuse alcohol, prescription drugs, street drugs, food, sex, etc. Helping our children find and build on their strengths helps them build self-esteem. Parents can help by not gushing with constant praise or offering insincere praise, rather give them choices in their life, encourage them to take on challenges and go after goals. When they encounter failures, remind them anyone who achieves anything fails and ask them what they learned from the experience and what they will do differently next time. If you are concerned or want to know what to watch out for and how to handle signs of trouble, get Warning Signs: A Parenting Guide for Discovering if Your Teen is at Risk for Depression, Addiction, or Suicide. It’s available at DASIUM.net/store and on Amazon. Show Notes: Visit MightyParentingPodcast.com and select episode 26.Support: Visit MightyParenting.com for tools, community, inspiration, and support.

The teen years can be filled with challenges, including parenting power struggles. If you're tired of fighting with your teen, at the end of your rope, or just can't figure out how to get them to do what they need to do, listen to this episode of the Mighty Parenting podcast. Hosts Judy Davis and Sandy Fowler interview Neil D. Brown to uncover how to end the parenting power struggle once and for all. Then, in Real Talk, Judy and Sandy give an inside look into their lives and the things that keep them from doing what they need to do to take care of themselves. From guilt to responsibility, they are tackling it all. Our Guest:  Neil D. Brown From Our Sponsor DASIUM: Communication is key to a healthy relationship with your teen and good communication starts with listening. Listen to what your teen has to say without judgement, without trying to figure our what you’re going to say next, and without disapproving body language. Take on an attitude of interest and curiosity then quietly listen. Show Notes: Visit MightyParentingPodcast.com and select episode 25.Support: Visit MightyParenting.com for tools, community, inspiration, and support.

As parents, we want the best for our kids, and overcoming obstacles to success is so important in the teen years. In today’s culture, there is huge pressure to succeed and both parents and teens feel it. So what causes our kids to fail? What roadblocks could stop them? In today’s Mighty Parenting podcast, Sandy Fowler and Judy Davis find out what parents of teens need to know as they interview Shannon Evans about overcoming obstacles to success. Listen in to discover how your parenting style impacts your kids and affects their resilience. Real Talk: Parenting is harder on some days than others, and it isn’t always because of our kids. When parents are depleted they tend to focus on everything that is not working well and they have a harder time simply finding their way through the day. Listen in as Judy and Sandy discuss the issue and share solutions to help you enjoy your life more. A Favorite Quote from the Show: Research shows that tenacity is a greater prediction of success than test scores. Show Notes: Visit MightyParentingPodcast.com and select episode 24.Support: Visit MightyParenting.com for tools, community, inspiration, and support.

Emotional eating has become a widespread problem and it’s one that affects parents and teens alike. We’ve watched stress levels rise in ourselves and in our children, but along with that we have not really learned new ways to handle that stress or all the other feelings we experience on a daily basis. So what happens? We use food to deal with our emotions and get into a pattern of emotional eating. When parents try to stop their teenager’s emotional eating it can lead to a power struggle. This can have a profound effect on the parent-child relationship and it’s hijacking our families. Karen R. Koenig, an expert in eating psychology, shares insights with Mighty Parenting podcast co-hosts, Judy Davis and Sandy Fowler. They dig into the why and how of emotional eating as well as looking at what we can do for ourselves and our teens. Real Talk: Have you ever found yourself making statements like, “Kids today…” or “Teenagers are always…” then finishing off those statements with a negative observation? It’s a common occurrence and in today’s Real Talk, Judy and Sandy look at what happens when we do this. They discuss why this is an issue and what can happen instead.   A Favorite Quote from the Show: If we don’t have effective life skills for dealing with stress and distress, then we turn to food.   Show Notes: Visit MightyParentingPodcast.com and select episode 23  Support: Visit MightyParenting.com for tools, community, inspiration, and support.