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As the holidays approach, many single parents face a common stressor: co-parenting through conflicting rules.

If you're parenting a tween or teen, you’ve likely heard this phrase:
"But Dad lets me!" or "Mom doesn’t care if I stay up late!"

You’re not alone. These moments can make even the most pati...

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.
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You told your teen to be home by 10:30. It’s now 11:45. You've texted. You've called. You’re angry, worried, and frustrated. When they finally walk in, you ground them — and they just shrug.

Sound familiar?

For many single parents raising tweens and teens, this scene plays on repeat. And here's th...

Have you noticed your teen reacting with frustration when they don’t get what they want immediately? Maybe they’re complaining about dinner, resisting chores, or demanding more screen time “because everyone else gets it.” These moments can feel exhausting, confusing, and — let’s be honest — triggeri...

Thanksgiving can be a beautiful mess—laughter, food, travel… and your teen scrolling TikTok through dinner.

If you're a parent of a tween or teen, screen time stress during the holidays is real. You’re trying to make memories and stay present, but all you see is your child’s face buried in a phone....

If you’re a parent of a teen and feel like you’re talking to a wall — you’re not alone. Many parents, especially single parents, struggle with getting their teens to open up. Whether it’s “I don’t know” or a total emotional shutdown, it can feel impossible to connect. But what if I told you there ar...

Let’s be honest — raising teens is emotionally intense. If you’ve ever been on the receiving end of a sarcastic jab, an eye roll, or a slammed door, you’re not alone. As single parents, these moments can feel especially personal and triggering. But here’s the good news: how you respond matters more ...

Finding out that your teen might be vaping can feel like a punch to the gut. Whether it’s marijuana or nicotine, your mind races — How long has this been happening? Should I take their phone?
Before reacting, pause. In The Parenting Reset Show, Tess Connolly, LCSW, shares why staying calm and curiou...