In this episode, Tori and Gwenna discuss the challenges of parenting middle grade, preteen, and teenage children. They emphasize the importance of maintaining open communication and trust with their children during this stage while addressing the misconception that teenagers are solely driven by hormones. They recommend Rachel Coler Mulholland's book, 'The Birds, The Bees, and The Elephant in the Room,' as a helpful resource for navigating teenagers and the need for open communication. Tori and Gwenna round it out by emphasizing the importance of empathy, mutual respect, and boundary-setting when parenting middle graders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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