Parenting teens is hard work. It can be frustrating as they are going through big changes, physically and emotionally. That is why I am partnering with the Center for Parent and Teen Communication, part of Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CPTC for short). CPTC provides science-based strategies that promote healthy ways to approach issues parents face with their teens. One way they promote this is with their awesome 100-word daily parent tip newsletter!
This post is made possible with support from the Center for Parent and Teen Communication, part of Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. All opinions are my own.
The 100-Word Parenting Tip I Loved the Most
While viewing the 100-word tip animations, the Inquire and Listen one hit home the most. I always want to fix things for my kids. That is part of being a parent, right? However, sometimes we need to ask the right questions and listen instead of jumping to conclusions. Sometimes they need space, and sometimes they just want someone to listen to them. Other times, there may not even be anything wrong, but as parents, we sometimes jump to conclusions. I definitely took this to heart so I can do better. I want to be what my kids need from me.
The Wrap Up
Raising teens is hard. However, finding support and helpful advice makes it a little easier. Finding help is good for their emotional well-being and ours as well. We all need a good tool kit at our disposal, and I definitely think these Center for Parent and Teen Communication, part of Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia CPTC strategies should be a part of that.
If you are raising teens, I highly recommend checking out these six animation videos. Be sure to let me know which one resonated with you the most in the comments below!