RAISING HER CONFIDENTLY | Connecting with Teens, Parenting Styles, Family Communication, Raising Teen Daughters
Do you want to have open communication with your teen daughter? Do you find yourself up late at night constantly thinking about how to talk to your teen or why she’s not opening up to you? Do you wake up with confident intentions only to feel confused and frustrated when you get 1-word answers from your daughter or instead of the deep conversations you hoped to have, you end up in a yelling match? Hi, I’m Jeannie. I think back to when I was 13. I was that teenage girl you are googling about! Rebellious, hard to figure out, “hard-headed” as my mom would call me. She even said, “I don’t even know who you are anymore!” Several years later, I too found myself raising young teens. I too felt grieved by the loss of my sweet talkative little girl! I wanted her to come to me about anything even if she was scared and listen to my advice. My passion for healthy families as a former educator, a homeschooling family for several years, and a zeal to impact young teen girls has led me to train in the Coach Model and partner with moms like you and guide them to create safe, healthy relationships with their teens. In this podcast, I share tools and resources to help improve communication with your teen girl and strengthen your relationship with her. I’m providing you ways to talk to your teen through relationship-building exercises to make intentional connections, establish boundaries to create that safe space, and build a trust-worthy community of healthy friends and influence to confidently get you through this season of raising a teen girl. So grab that oat milk latte and let’s raise her confidently together! You can find me here: Work with me: www.talktyourteengirl.com Connect: hello@jeanniebaldomero.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raisingherconfidently/ Podcast: www.raisingherconfidently.com
Episodes
Feb 2, 2026
Feb 2, 2026
16 min
Sibling RIVALRY - need I say more? Today, we’re diving into a topic that many parents of teenagers can relate to: building strong, healthy bonds between your teenage daughter and her siblings. It’s no secret that the teen years can bring some distance and tension between siblings, and as parents, it can be tough to navigate. But I’m here to share some insights and practical steps to help foster those connections.
Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up to you?
Do you want to understand why is it so hard to approach your girl?
Are you stuck on how to approach your teenage daughter in conversation without her freaking out?
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A 6-WEEK JOURNEY TO SHIFT HOW YOU COMMUNICATE SO SHE CAN COME TO YOU!
You'll walk away with a deeper understanding the changes happening to your girl,
Equipped in your new role as COACH in this teen stage,
and establish better communication pathways to connect and grow closer with your daughter
Imagine if you and your daughter can finally have conversations at a level where she doesn’t need to hide anything from you!
Plus, you’ll get to meet other mamas who are all in the same boat....
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You can find me here:
Work with me: www.talktoyourteengirl.com
Connect: hello@jeanniebaldomero.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raisingherconfidently
Free mom support community: www.raisingherconfidently.com
Jan 26, 2026
Jan 26, 2026
16 min
Connecting with our teenage daughters during these years can sometimes feel like a puzzle. We want to understand them better, but sometimes our efforts can unintentionally create distance. That’s why today, we’re focusing on something a bit different. Instead of just offering you strategies, we’ll explore three simple questions that you can ask yourself to create a more genuine and effective connection. These questions are designed to help you reflect, understand, and nurture that bond in a natural way.
Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up to you?
Do you want to understand why is it so hard to approach your girl?
Are you stuck on how to approach your teenage daughter in conversation without her freaking out?
SIGN UP FOR TALK TO YOUR TEEN GIRL FRAMEWORK!!
A 6-WEEK JOURNEY TO SHIFT HOW YOU COMMUNICATE SO SHE CAN COME TO YOU!
You'll walk away with a deeper understanding the changes happening to your girl,
Equipped in your new role as COACH in this teen stage,
and establish better communication pathways to connect and grow closer with your daughter
Imagine if you and your daughter can finally have conversations at a level where she doesn’t need to hide anything from you!
Plus, you’ll get to meet other mamas who are all in the same boat....
SIGN UP HERE!
You can find me here:
Work with me: www.talktoyourteengirl.com
Connect: hello@jeanniebaldomero.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raisingherconfidently
Free mom support community: www.raisingherconfidently.com
Jan 19, 2026
Jan 19, 2026
16 min
Do you find yourself frustrated with waking your daughter up in the morning? Are you concerned about her self-confidence or the positivity of her outlook on life? Do you wish you could help pivot her attitude in a more positive direction? If so, you’re not alone. Today, we’re diving into five simple yet powerful daily habits that can help our teenage daughters build confidence, consistency, and a positive outlook on life.
Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up to you?
Do you want to understand why is it so hard to approach your girl?
Are you stuck on how to approach your teenage daughter in conversation without her freaking out?
SIGN UP FOR TALK TO YOUR TEEN GIRL FRAMEWORK!!
A 6-WEEK JOURNEY TO SHIFT HOW YOU COMMUNICATE SO SHE CAN COME TO YOU!
You'll walk away with a deeper understanding the changes happening to your girl,
Equipped in your new role as COACH in this teen stage,
and establish better communication pathways to connect and grow closer with your daughter
Imagine if you and your daughter can finally have conversations at a level where she doesn’t need to hide anything from you!
Plus, you’ll get to meet other mamas who are all in the same boat....
SIGN UP HERE!
You can find me here:
Work with me: www.talktoyourteengirl.com
Connect: hello@jeanniebaldomero.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raisingherconfidently
Free mom support community: www.raisingherconfidently.com
Jan 12, 2026
Jan 12, 2026
30 min
Do you walk on eggshells around your teenage daughter? Does your teen girl tend to be emotionally explosive? Are you frustrated by her attitude and drama?Today I have Sara Lewis Hartley on to talk about this very topic.Sara is a mom of 2 neurodivergent boys, healthcare executive, children’s author, and certified ADHD & neurodiversity coach. She is the creator of the ALIGN Parenting Method™, a 5-step grounding tool that helps parents pause, reset, and respond with calm instead of reacting in frustration. Sara is also the author of the Purposefully Me children’s book series, written to empower kids to embrace their differences, build resilience, and find their unique purpose.
You can find Sara:
Website: www.saralewishartley.com
Instagram: @saralewishartley
Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up to you?
Do you want to understand why is it so hard to approach your girl?
Are you stuck on how to approach your teenage daughter in conversation without her freaking out?
SIGN UP FOR TALK TO YOUR TEEN GIRL FRAMEWORK!!
A 6-WEEK JOURNEY TO SHIFT HOW YOU COMMUNICATE SO SHE CAN COME TO YOU!
You'll walk away with a deeper understanding the changes happening to your girl,
Equipped in your new role as COACH in this teen stage,
and establish better communication pathways to connect and grow closer with your daughter
Imagine if you and your daughter can finally have conversations at a level where she doesn’t need to hide anything from you!
Plus, you’ll get to meet other mamas who are all in the same boat....
SIGN UP HERE!
You can find me here:
Work with me: www.talktyourteengirl.com
Connect: hello@jeanniebaldomero.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raisingherconfidently
Free mom support community: www.raisingherconfidently.com
Jan 5, 2026
Jan 5, 2026
17 min
If you’re listening today and thinking, I just want better conversations with my daughter… less tension, less correcting, and more connection, you are not alone.
Today’s episode is all about choosing a word of the year as a family—and how this one small shift can create cohesiveness, clarity, and intentionality without power struggles, lectures, or constant reminders.
Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up to you?
Do you want to understand why is it so hard to approach your girl?
Are you stuck on how to approach your teenage daughter in conversation without her freaking out?
SIGN UP FOR TALK TO YOUR TEEN GIRL FRAMEWORK!!
A 6-WEEK JOURNEY TO SHIFT HOW YOU COMMUNICATE SO SHE CAN COME TO YOU!
You'll walk away with a deeper understanding the changes happening to your girl,
Equipped in your new role as COACH in this teen stage,
and establish better communication pathways to connect and grow closer with your daughter
Imagine if you and your daughter can finally have conversations at a level where she doesn’t need to hide anything from you!
Plus, you’ll get to meet other mamas who are all in the same boat....
SIGN UP HERE!
You can find me here:
Work with me: www.talktoyourteengirl.com
Connect: hello@jeanniebaldomero.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raisingherconfidently
Free mom support community: www.raisingherconfidently.com
Dec 29, 2025
Dec 29, 2025
14 min
Today, we’re talking about something I know so many moms of teenage daughters feel deeply:
“I just wish I knew what was going on in her head.”
Because let’s be real — our girls used to talk to us. When they were little, there were no filters, no hesitation, no second-guessing. They’d talk our ears off about everything — their thoughts, their feelings, their dreams, their fears.
But then… the shift happens.
She may not yet have the words to express the things happening inside her heart and head.
So today, I want to share something powerful that helps bridge that gap
Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up to you?
Do you want to understand why is it so hard to approach your girl?
Are you stuck on how to approach your teenage daughter in conversation without her freaking out?
SIGN UP FOR TALK TO YOUR TEEN GIRL FRAMEWORK!!
A 6-WEEK JOURNEY TO SHIFT HOW YOU COMMUNICATE SO SHE CAN COME TO YOU!
You'll walk away with a deeper understanding the changes happening to your girl,
Equipped in your new role as COACH in this teen stage,
and establish better communication pathways to connect and grow closer with your daughter
Imagine if you and your daughter can finally have conversations at a level where she doesn’t need to hide anything from you!
Plus, you’ll get to meet other mamas who are all in the same boat....
SIGN UP HERE!
You can find me here:
Work with me: www.talktyourteengirl.com
Connect: hello@jeanniebaldomero.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raisingherconfidently
Free mom support community: www.raisingherconfidently.com
Dec 22, 2025
Dec 22, 2025
12 min
This season is not just about gifts or gatherings or decorating the house… It’s about remembering that God stepped into our world to be near us — and we get to reflect that same closeness and love to the ones in our home.
So today, I want to give you three simple, meaningful ways to live out “Emmanuel — God with us” inside your family this Christmas.
Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up to you?
Do you want to understand why is it so hard to approach your girl?
Are you stuck on how to approach your teenage daughter in conversation without her freaking out?
SIGN UP FOR TALK TO YOUR TEEN GIRL FRAMEWORK!!
A 6-WEEK JOURNEY TO SHIFT HOW YOU COMMUNICATE SO SHE CAN COME TO YOU!
You'll walk away with a deeper understanding the changes happening to your girl,
Equipped in your new role as COACH in this teen stage,
and establish better communication pathways to connect and grow closer with your daughter
Imagine if you and your daughter can finally have conversations at a level where she doesn’t need to hide anything from you!
Plus, you’ll get to meet other mamas who are all in the same boat....
SIGN UP HERE!
You can find me here:
Work with me: www.talktyourteengirl.com
Connect: hello@jeanniebaldomero.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raisingherconfidently
Free mom support community: www.raisingherconfidently.com
Dec 15, 2025
Dec 15, 2025
42 min
Do you worry about your daughter's nutrition?
Frustrated by her food choices? Does she your teen girl have an unhealthy relationship with food?Carrie Lupoli, founder of Disruptive Nutrition, shares her insight on how to guide your girl with seeing food in a healthy and non-shameful way.
Carrie’s expertise extends to empowering parents of teenage girls to navigate the complexities of body image and nutrition. She provides parents with the tools to counteract diet misinformation and foster a positive relationship with food. Her insights help families cut through the pervasive myths and pressures that impact young women, guiding them toward informed, confident health choices.
You can find Carrie here.
Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up to you?
Do you want to understand why is it so hard to approach your girl?
Are you stuck on how to approach your teenage daughter in conversation without her freaking out?
SIGN UP FOR TALK TO YOUR TEEN GIRL FRAMEWORK!!
A 6-WEEK JOURNEY TO SHIFT HOW YOU COMMUNICATE SO SHE CAN COME TO YOU!
You'll walk away with a deeper understanding the changes happening to your girl,
Equipped in your new role as COACH in this teen stage,
and establish better communication pathways to connect and grow closer with your daughter
Imagine if you and your daughter can finally have conversations at a level where she doesn’t need to hide anything from you!
Plus, you’ll get to meet other mamas who are all in the same boat....
SIGN UP HERE!
You can find me here:
Work with me: www.talktyourteengirl.com
Connect: hello@jeanniebaldomero.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raisingherconfidently
Free mom support community: www.raisingherconfidently.com
Dec 8, 2025
Dec 8, 2025
21 min
Today we’re going to talk about four ways to connect with your teenage daughter in ways that feel natural, authentic, and not forced. Ways that feel like exhaling, not performing.
And then at the end, I’m going to give you a couple of really helpful conversation tools — so you can connect in a way where she feels seen and safe, rather than judged, corrected, or “talked at.”
Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up to you?
Do you want to understand why is it so hard to approach your girl?
Are you stuck on how to approach your teenage daughter in conversation without her freaking out?
SIGN UP FOR TALK TO YOUR TEEN GIRL FRAMEWORK!!
A 6-WEEK JOURNEY TO SHIFT HOW YOU COMMUNICATE SO SHE CAN COME TO YOU!
You'll walk away with a deeper understanding the changes happening to your girl,
Equipped in your new role as COACH in this teen stage,
and establish better communication pathways to connect and grow closer with your daughter
Imagine if you and your daughter can finally have conversations at a level where she doesn’t need to hide anything from you!
Plus, you’ll get to meet other mamas who are all in the same boat....
SIGN UP HERE!
You can find me here:
Work with me: www.talktyourteengirl.com
Connect: hello@jeanniebaldomero.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raisingherconfidently
Free mom support community: www.raisingherconfidently.com
Dec 1, 2025
Dec 1, 2025
31 min
Wondering why can't your teen girl keep herself organized?Frustrated by her lack of skills in areas you know your teenage daughter should already know?Dr Anna Levy-Warren, clinical psychologist, founder of Organizational Tutors and mom of teens, talks about navigating the teen years: executive functioning-based strategies for thriving through more freedom and independence and less structure, while also developing a deeper family connection and better communication. You can find Dr. Anna Levy-Warren here.
Anna Levy-Warren is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Organizational Tutors. With over 20 years of experience in the field of psychology including a PhD in Clinical Psychology, Anna is a leader in the field addressing executive functioning challenges in students of all ages. With an expert understanding of diverse learning profiles and first-hand experience as a parent, Anna brings to Organizational Tutors a unique combination of clinical experience and a passion for empowering learners to develop skills to excel in all aspects of their lives.
In 2005, Anna established a network of experts with advanced degrees in cognition and education to help students and adults with executive functioning difficulties and other complex learning profiles. The student-centered aspects of this network came to be known as Organizational Tutors in 2014.
Are you looking for ways to communicate with your girl so she can start opening up to you?
Do you want to understand why is it so hard to approach your girl?
Are you stuck on how to approach your teenage daughter in conversation without her freaking out?
SIGN UP FOR TALK TO YOUR TEEN GIRL FRAMEWORK!!
A 6-WEEK JOURNEY TO SHIFT HOW YOU COMMUNICATE SO SHE CAN COME TO YOU!
You'll walk away with a deeper understanding the changes happening to your girl,
Equipped in your new role as COACH in this teen stage,
and establish better communication pathways to connect and grow closer with your daughter
Imagine if you and your daughter can finally have conversations at a level where she doesn’t need to hide anything from you!
Plus, you’ll get to meet other mamas who are all in the same boat....
SIGN UP HERE!
You can find me here:
Work with me: www.talktyourteengirl.com
Connect: hello@jeanniebaldomero.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raisingherconfidently
Free mom support community: www.raisingherconfidently.com