29. The Mother's Day Secret No One Talks About: Why Celebrations Go Sideways and Your #1 Strategy for Creating the Day You Actually Want
As a mom of boys, you put so much pressure on yourself to be the perfect mother, especially on days meant to celebrate you. When reality doesn't match your expectations, the disappointment can be crushing. You deserve to enjoy these special days without the emotional rollercoaster.
Join me today as I share my not-so-perfect Mother's Day story (involving a black eye and two feuding brothers) and the three powerful mindset shifts that helped me navigate the disappointment when celebrations go sideways.
This episode gives you permission to feel disappointed while providing concrete strategies to move forward. You'll learn how to communicate your expectations clearly, give yourself grace during challenging moments, and remember that difficult phases don't last forever. Most importantly, you'll be reminded that you're doing better than you think!
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28. The Power of Fun: Why Laughing with Your Teenage Son Isn't Optional (And How to Do It)
As a mom of teenage boys, you're probably feeling the pressure build in your relationship. Misunderstandings, school situations, and daily life challenges create tension that needs release. This episode gives you permission to prioritize fun and shows you how these moments actually strengthen your connection during the hard teenage years.
You'll walk away with practical ideas to create enjoyable moments that don't require a ton of planning or money. These simple strategies help you reconnect with your son when everything feels like it's falling apart.
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27. Teenage Boys and Big Emotions: A Conversation with Molly Claire
As moms of teenage boys, we often find ourselves walking a tightrope between wanting to fix everything and giving them space to grow. Whether your son is exploding with anger or retreating into silence, this episode gives you the tools to meet him where he is emotionally without compromising your boundaries.
Master coach Molly Claire joins us to dive deep into navigating the emotional world of teenage boys! We explore why some boys express emotions through anger while others remain silent, how moms can create a safe space for emotional connection, and the power of asking the right questions. Molly shares practical strategies to move from parenting in fear to parenting with confidence.
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26. The Weight of Worry: How to Stop Letting It Control Your Parenting (and What to do Instead)
As moms of teenage boys, worry often feels like love. But that anxiety is zapping your energy, causing you to over parent, and creating disconnection with your son. When you find yourself spiraling at 2 AM about his future or hovering over his every move, you're not alone – but there is a better way forward.
In this powerful episode, I break down how worry impacts your relationship with your teenage son and share five transformative questions that will shift you from anxiety to intentional parenting. No empty advice to "just stop worrying" here – instead, I offer practical tools to help you move through worry and come out stronger on the other side.
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25. 5 Must-Read Books to Understand Your Teenage Son's Brain and Behavior
Feeling lost in the teenage wilderness? Wondering if your son's behavior is "normal"? You're not alone. These books offer more than advice – they're your roadmap through the complex terrain of raising teenage boys.
In this powerful episode, I'm diving deep into five transformative books that will completely change how you understand and connect with your teenage son. These aren't just any books – they're scientifically-backed resources from neuroscientists and psychologists who specialize in adolescent boys' development.
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About Raising Boys Building Men/Parenting Solutions For Moms And Boys
Raising Boys, Building Men: The Go-To Parenting Podcast for Moms Raising Sons from Middle School to Manhood
Are you a mom caught in the whirlwind of raising sons? Do you find yourself:
• Wishing the arguments would just... stop?
• Frustrated by the constant battle with screens, schoolwork, and indifference?
• Longing for those simpler days when you could just enjoy your boy?
• Searching for a parenting approach that actually works?
Look no further! ”Raising Boys, Building Men” is your lifeline in ups and downs of boy-mom life.
In each episode, you’ll discover:
• Practical, same-day solutions to your most pressing parenting challenges
• Confidence boosters to become the mom your teenager needs
• Strategies to nurture good men while nurturing yourself and your relationships
My mission? To help you raise a resilient, happy son, take care of yourself, and have a blast doing it!
Ready to trade worry for fun? Conflict for connection? Short-term fixes for lifelong bonds? You’re in the right place, my friend.
Hey there! I’m Heidi – mom to 5 incredible sons, wife, social worker, and certified life coach. With three decades of boy-raising under my belt, I’ve tried every parenting trick in the book. But it wasn’t until I discovered that effective parenting doesn’t have to be complicated or miserable that everything changed. Now, I’m here to share those game-changing insights with you.
If you’re ready to:
• Become the mom you’ve always dreamed of being
• Raise sons who’ll thrive in this world
• Actually enjoy this wild ride of parenting
Then this podcast is your new secret weapon.
So, pop in those earbuds, and let’s transform your parenting journey together. It’s time to raise boys, build men, and have an absolute blast along the way!
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