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If you’ve found yourself in a shouting match with your teen — over screens, sleep schedules, or simply asking them to clean their room — you're not alone. Parenting through the tween and teen years is full of emotional landmines, especially for single parents carrying the load solo.

But here’s the ...

Vaping is on the rise—and teens are getting better at hiding it.

As a single parent, you may feel like you're constantly playing catch-up with what's going on in your child's world. And when it comes to topics like vaping, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or unsure how to even start the conversation.
I...

Parenting Today Feels Different—And You’re Not Imagining It

If you’ve ever felt emotionally drained after a simple conversation with your teen, or found yourself reacting before you even realize what’s happening, you’re not alone.

Modern parenting—especially single parenting—comes with pressures t...

 If you’re a single parent of tweens or teens, you’ve probably faced this moment: it’s time to hand over the phone—maybe for bedtime, homework, or as a consequence—and your child flat-out refuses. Suddenly, a simple request turns into a power struggle. Your stomach drops, your voice rises, and you’r...

If you’re a single parent feeling overwhelmed by constant back talk, emotional shutdowns, or daily power struggles with your tween or teen—you are not alone. These moments are incredibly common, but they can leave you feeling helpless, frustrated, and unsure of how to respond. In this episode of The...

If you're a single parent (or any parent) of a tween or teen, you've probably asked yourself:
"Why is it so hard to talk to my kid?"
The truth?
It's not about what you're talking about—it's about how and when you're doing it.
And one of the best conversation starters might surprise you: money.

Why M...

The key to a peaceful summer isn’t less travel—it’s better prep.

As single parents, summer can bring both joy and chaos. Between family reunions, vacation time, and long stretches without school structure, your tween or teen may start to rely heavily on their devices. If you’re already bracing your...