RAISING CONFIDENT TEEN DAUGHTERS | Self-Esteem, Self-Worth, Mental Health Education, Parenting, Friendship, Comparison
Do you ever worry about your daughter losing her spark?
Are you unsure how to parent in this new tween or teen season without passing down your own insecurities or accidentally saying the wrong thing?
Maybe you’re watching her navigate anxiety, friendship drama, or even bullying, and you’re not always sure what to say, how to help, or when to step in. Parenting suddenly feels less physical and much more emotional, and you just want to stay connected while doing this stage right.
If you’ve ever thought, “I just want her to be herself and actually open up to me,” you’re in the right place.
Welcome to Raising Confident Teen Daughters, the podcast that helps you connect with your daughter so she can thrive.
Each week, you’ll learn practical, research-based ways to support your daughter through confidence dips, big emotions, friendship struggles, and the messy, beautiful work of growing up. We’ll talk about what to say in the hard moments, how to stay connected as she changes, and how to grow your own confidence as her mom.
I’m Kristen - former educator, confidence coach, and mom of three teen girls and one little boy. I know how heavy it can feel when your daughter is struggling. I’ve watched my own girls navigate this stage, and I’ve felt that same, “I don’t know what to do” panic so many moms feel.
For a long time, I did what came naturally - freaking out, giving advice, and trying to fix things when it all felt too big. But I learned that supporting her starts with slowing down, stepping back, and parenting with more calm and clarity, even when things feel hard.
Now, I help moms do the same.
If you want to feel more equipped, be able to respond with confidence, and stay deeply connected as your daughter grows, this podcast is for you.
So grab your drink, take a breath, and let’s walk this season together.
You’re not alone. And even through the hard times she can learn to thrive, with you by her side.
xo, Kristen
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Episodes
Wednesday Jun 04, 2025
Wednesday Jun 04, 2025
Have you ever felt pressure to make your summer look like everyone else's? Tune in to hear my approach to the summer slowdown, and also why it's the best season to build up your daughter's confidence! (All while making space to take care of yourself too.)
xo, Kristen
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Get started today with my free guide: Five Simple Ways to Build Your Daughter's Self-Esteem in Five Minutes a Day
NEW Summer Camp for local tween girls June 16-19th! Learn more and grab her spot here.
One-on-One Coaching - I'd love to support you in your specific struggles you're having with your daughter. Book Your Call Here
Wednesday May 21, 2025
Wednesday May 21, 2025
Ahh how did this day finally arrive?! As I've been reflecting back on the past {almost} 18 years of raising of firstborn, I wanted to share some of my thoughts, feelings, and also lessons learned along the way. No matter how old your daughter is, I think you will find this {raw and emotional} episode helpful on your own parenting journey!
xo, Kristen
NEW Summer Camp for local tween girls! Learn more and grab her spot here.
One-on-One Coaching - I'd love to support you in your specific struggles you're having with your daughter. Book Your Call Here
Get started today with my free guide: Five Simple Ways to Build Your Daughter's Self-Esteem in Five Minutes a Day
Friday May 16, 2025
Friday May 16, 2025
One of the biggest struggles your daughter will deal with is COMPARISON. And let's be honest - we probably struggle with it to some degree also! However, our default attempts to help our girls with this might unintentionally cause them to feel shame when they do compare. Tune in to find out a better way to help them - and yourself - with comparison! (And if you're a fellow dance mom, you will relate to my stories from last week's competition!)
xo, Kristen
NEW Summer Camp for local tween girls! Learn more and grab her spot here.
One-on-One Coaching - I'd love to support you in your specific struggles you're having with your daughter. Book Your Call Here
Get started today with my free guide: Five Simple Ways to Build Your Daughter's Self-Esteem in Five Minutes a Day
Wednesday May 07, 2025
Wednesday May 07, 2025
What if an important part of raising confident girls (and feeling more confident yourself) lies in letting go of perfection? Tune in this week as we explore the powerful concept of the "good enough mom" and discover how embracing imperfection can lead to more joy and less pressure in your motherhood journey.
xo, Kristen
NEW One-on-One Coaching - I'd love to support you in your specific struggles you're having with your daughter. Book Your Call Here
Get started today with my free guide: Five Simple Ways to Build Your Daughter's Self-Esteem in Five Minutes a Day
Wednesday Apr 30, 2025
Wednesday Apr 30, 2025
What happens when there's some bullying going on between siblings, and you're worried your daughter's self-esteem is starting to be affected? How do you help your other child in this situation also? This is a tricky topic to navigate. Tune in for some hopeful news and actionable tools.
xo, Kristen
Get started today with my free guide: Five Simple Ways to Build Your Daughter's Self-Esteem in Five Minutes a Day
NEW One-on-One Coaching - I'd love to support you in your specific struggles you're having with your daughter. Book Your Call Here
Friendship Bullying Episode: Episode 24
Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
Wednesday Apr 23, 2025
Teaching our girls the power they have to change their thoughts about a situation when they want to feel better is foundational to confidence-building. But why doesn't it work sometimes? There's an important first step you might be missing. Listen in to hear some recent personal experiences where I was reminded of the importance of remembering this step. I'll also walk you through how to help your girls with their thoughts in a way that works.
xo, Kristen
NEW One-on-One Coaching - I'd love to support you in your specific struggles you're having with your daughter. Book Your Call Here
Wednesday Apr 09, 2025
Wednesday Apr 09, 2025
Ahh if you're currently going through this with your daughter, I feel you. Whether she's not being included, feeling like she doesn't belong, or struggling with loneliness, it's one of the hardest things for our mom hearts to watch. And sometimes the mama bear inside of us wants to come out. Tune in to hear me break down a popular social media post on this topic that offers a different perspective we can try that can be SO helpful.
xo, Kristen
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Great parenting follow! Original author of the Instagram post.
Wednesday Apr 02, 2025
Wednesday Apr 02, 2025
Let's catch-up! Join me for a "Life Lately" episode where I'm sharing what's been happening in our lives, with a focus on the real and sometimes bumpy road of confidence – the struggles and the wins. Tune in for a dose of relatability and some fun updates!
xo, Kristen
Get started today with my free guide: Five Simple Ways to Build Your Daughter's Self-Esteem in Five Minutes a Day
Calling local BOY moms! Here's the website for the confidence program I just learned about: Impact 1 Training
Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
Wednesday Mar 26, 2025
Sharing a quick, vulnerable story with you about a powerful way to teach your daughter about confidence. (And what mistake you might be making!)
xo, Kristen
Get started today with my free guide: Five Simple Ways to Build Your Daughter's Self-Esteem in Five Minutes a Day
Saturday Mar 22, 2025
Saturday Mar 22, 2025
Just a few more days to join us and grow your daughter's confidence while strengthening your connection! In case you're wondering if this will be a good fit for you and your daughter, this episode is for you.
xo, Kristen
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