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Teens, social media, and the pressure to be the “cool mom”… let’s talk about it.

In this honest and relatable episode, we dive into the emotional tug-of-war so many parents face: wanting your child to “have what everyone else has” while also protecting their mental health, safety, and developing brain.

Because let’s be real — social media isn’t just harmless fun anymore.
It’s comparison, validation, anxiety, overstimulation, and exposure to a world kids may not be ready for.

In this episode, we unpack:

• The pressure parents feel to say yes
• “Cool mom” syndrome and fear of your child feeling left out
• The real impact of social media on kids and teens
• Anxiety, self-esteem, and online comparison
• How to set boundaries without guilt
• Age-appropriate safety considerations
• Practical ways to talk to your kids about social media
• How to balance independence with protection

We also touch on the social media restrictions and phone policies emerging in countries like Australia and France — and why many parents are starting to question whether stronger limits might actually help families.

If you’ve ever wondered:
“Am I being too strict?”
“Should I let them have it?”
“How do I keep them safe without isolating them?”

This episode will leave you feeling validated, informed, and equipped with grounded, realistic strategies to navigate social media in your home.

Because protecting your child doesn’t make you uncool —
it makes you intentional.

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In this episode, we dive into the wild, emotional, totally unpredictable world of parenting preteens. Between the eye rolls, the tears, the mood swings, and the Oscar-worthy dramatics, it’s easy to wonder if you’re doing something wrong — or if your kid has been temporarily replaced by a tiny tornado.

Spoiler: It’s normal. All of it.

We talk about what’s really going on behind those hormonal shifts, how to understand your preteen’s reactions (or overreactions), and most importantly, how you can stay grounded when everything around you feels chaotic. You’ll walk away with practical tools to stay calm, respond instead of react, and build connection during the years when connection feels toughest.

If you're navigating preteen drama and trying not to lose your cool in the process, this episode will make you feel seen, supported, and a little less alone in the madness.

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If you struggle with catastrophic thinking, overthinking, or your brain constantly jumping to the worst-case scenario, this episode will feel like someone finally turned the lights on.

In today’s episode, we break down why anxiety lies to you, why your mind creates disaster scenarios that aren’t real, and how to stop an anxiety spiral before it takes over your entire day.

Perfect for moms dealing with mom anxiety, mental load burnout, intrusive thoughts, perimenopause symptoms, or just the emotional chaos of life right now.

You’ll learn:
• Why your anxious brain creates worst-case outcomes
• What catastrophic thinking actually is
• How to regulate your nervous system during a spiral
• Simple daily tools that reduce anxiety and calm your mind

This episode combines honest storytelling with real, practical mental health tools you can use immediately to feel calmer, more grounded, and more in control of your thoughts.

If you want real help with anxiety, overthinking, intrusive thoughts, or just want to understand your brain better… this is your episode.

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