Power Your Parenting: Moms With Teens
Colleen O'Grady, MA. is a speaker, trainer and author of the award-winning and best-selling book Dial Down the Drama: Reduce Conflict and Reconnect with Your Teenage Daughter---A Guide for Mothers Everywhere. Colleen shares her wisdom from twenty-five years of experience as a licensed marriage and family therapist which translates into over 50,000 hours of working with parents and teens. Colleen, known as the parent-teen relationship expert helps you raise the bar of what's possible for the teenage years. Colleen not only knows this professionally she has been a mom in the trenches with her own teenage daughter. You really can improve your relationship with your teen and dial up the joy, peace, and delight at home and work. Every episode is geared to uplift you, give you practical parenting tips that you can apply right away and keep you current on the latest in teen research and trends.
Episodes
January 20, 2025 • 54 mins
I have a great episode for you. we are going to talk about toxic relationships. We will answer questions like, "What is a “toxic relationship?" "How do you know if a relationship is toxic or not?" "What does a toxic relationship look like?" This interview will help you help your teens, and give you tips on how to talk to them about their relationship. If you are in a difficult relationship this will help educate you what is health...
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January 13, 2025 • 44 mins
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the pressure of college readiness for your teen? Do you wonder how to support them without adding to their stress—or yours?
This episode of Power Your Parenting: Moms with Teens tackles these concerns head-on with expert guest Philip Bates, a former educator and principal, now working in college prep at UWorld. Together, Colleen O’Grady and Philip walk moms through how to prepare their teens—whether...
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January 6, 2025 • 44 mins
Are you a mom juggling endless to-dos, only to wonder if it’s even possible to please a teen? Do you find yourself questioning whether perfectionism or people-pleasing is really helping you—or anyone in your family? You’re not alone, and this episode dives deep into these challenges with warmth and humor.
In this episode, host Colleen O’Grady sits down with author and podcast host Amy Wilson to unpack the invisible workload moms c...
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December 30, 2024 • 45 mins
Sacred celebrations and rituals create memorable moments with our family that we will remember all our life. In this episode we talk about the daily rituals in our life that ground us, and help us become more present to the life around us. We also discuss how to design rituals that helps us navigate through joyful and difficult transitions. A very important transition is how we leave the old year and welcome the new. Our guest toda...
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December 23, 2024 • 37 mins
Are you ready to raise empowered, resilient girls who can thrive in today's world? Do you want to help your daughters find their voice, reach their potential, and hold onto their confidence while navigating societal pressures?
In this episode of Power Your Parenting: Moms with Teens, Colleen O’Grady dives into the complexities of raising confident and self-assured daughters in a culture rife with gender biases and beauty pressures...
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December 16, 2024 • 46 mins
Are you feeling unprepared for the intense emotions and challenges of raising teens? Do you wonder if other moms are going through the same struggles with friendships, independence, and emerging adulthood?
In this special 300th episode of Power Your Parenting: Moms with Teens, Colleen O’Grady invites four close friends—moms who’ve been through it all—for an honest and heartfelt conversation. Together, they reflect on the middle sc...
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December 9, 2024 • 42 mins
Does your teen often seem overwhelmed by the weight of the world? Are you unsure how to help them navigate anxiety, self-esteem, and the challenges of today’s fast-paced, digital world?
In this episode of Power Your Parenting: Moms with Teens, Colleen O’Grady welcomes Dr. Jodi Aman, a social work expert with decades of experience helping teens overcome anxiety and build self-confidence. Together, they unpack why today’s teens are ...
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December 2, 2024 • 39 mins
Are you exhausted from constant sibling fighting in your household? Do you dream of raising siblings who not just get along but are also genuine friends?
This episode of Power Your Parenting: Moms of Teens dives deep into the world of sibling dynamics with Dr. Jonathan Caspi, a renowned expert on sibling relationships and author of Raising Loving Siblings: How to Stop the Fighting and Help Your Kids Connect. With practical insigh...
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November 25, 2024 • 30 mins
Are the holidays stressing you out with endless to-do lists, decorating, and cooking? Do you wonder how to make this time joyful for your family without losing your sanity?
In this episode of Power Your Parenting: Moms of Teens, Colleen O'Grady invites chef, designer, and mom Marcela Valladolid to share her best tips for staying sane during the holiday season. Together, they tackle how to let go of perfection, manage holiday stre...
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November 18, 2024 • 40 mins
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of parenting and looking for ways to stay balanced? Have you ever wondered if that glass of wine at the end of the day is helping or holding you back?
In this episode of Power Your Parenting: Moms of Teens, host Colleen O'Grady dives into the topic of alcohol use among moms, the rise of addiction since COVID, and how recovery can reshape both personal and family dynamics. Joined by lic...
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November 11, 2024 • 33 mins
Are you noticing anxiety in your teen or young adult and wondering how you can help them manage it? Do you feel like you're constantly in problem-solving mode but wish you could understand their experiences better?
In this episode of Power Your Parenting: Moms of Teens, host Colleen O’Grady invites licensed psychotherapist Duygu Balan to discuss practical strategies for moms navigating their children's anxiety. Together, they exp...
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November 4, 2024 • 37 mins
How do you prioritize self-care and personal growth while balancing the demands of your business and raising teenagers? What strategies have you found helpful for maintaining open communication and connection with your teens while managing your workload?
In this podcast episode, Colleen O'Grady engages in an insightful conversation with Leona Burton, exploring the unique challenges and triumphs of being both a mother and a busines...
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November 3, 2024 • 46 mins
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the college preparation process for your teen? Do you wonder what steps you should be taking to support them through each year of high school?
In this episode of Power Your Parenting: Moms of Teens podcast, Colleen O’Grady speaks with Dr. Pamela Ellis, author of What to Know Before They Go, to break down how parents can help their teens navigate the journey to college without unnecessary stress. Dr. ...
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October 21, 2024 • 42 mins
Are you looking for ways to foster happier and healthier habits in your teens? Have you ever wondered how spending time outdoors could benefit both your teens and your relationship with them?
In this episode of the Power Your Parenting: Moms with Teens podcast, Colleen O’Grady discusses the powerful role that nature plays in the development and mental well-being of tweens, teens, and young adults. Joined by experts Dr. Pooja Sarin...
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October 14, 2024 • 48 mins
Are your teens getting the sleep they truly need, or are their packed schedules leaving them drained and stressed? What if a better night's sleep could improve not only their mental health but their academic performance as well?
In this episode of Power Your Parenting: Moms with Teens, Colleen O’Grady dives deep into the topic of sleep deprivation among teens, a growing issue that affects 70% of high schoolers. Colleen is joined b...
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October 7, 2024 • 40 mins
Moms, have you ever struggled to set clear boundaries with your teen, only to be met with resistance or anger? Do you wonder how to create a space where both you and your teen feel empowered, respected, and connected?
In this episode, host Colleen O'Grady dives deep into the complex but essential topic of setting boundaries with teens, featuring expert therapist Juliane Taylor Shore. They explore the emotional and psychological wo...
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September 30, 2024 • 36 mins
Are you struggling to get your teen to emerge from their bedroom? Wondering how to connect with your teenager in today’s digital age?
In this episode of Power Your Parenting: Moms with Teens, host Colleen O'Grady sits down with parenting expert Anita Cleare to discuss practical strategies for understanding and connecting with teens, especially when it feels like they’re constantly withdrawing into their own worlds. Anita, author o...
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September 23, 2024 • 44 mins
How do you currently help your teen distinguish between reliable and unreliable sources of information online? Have you noticed your teen questioning claims they hear on social media, and how do you guide them through those conversations?
In this episode of Power Your Parenting: Moms with Teens, Colleen O'Grady interviews Alex Edmonds, author of May Contain Lies: How Stories, Statistics, and Studies Exploit Our Biases and What We ...
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September 16, 2024 • 52 mins
Are you sick of the constant arguing not only with your teens but also with your husband, father or partner. Would you like to put an end to arguing, or at least dial it down? Well I brought in amazing guests to talk about it.
Our guests today are Linda and Charlie Bloom
Married since 1972, Linda and Charlie Bloom have been working with groups, individuals, couples and organizations to enhance the quality of their relationships and...
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September 9, 2024 • 49 mins
Are you finding it hard to connect with your teen and wonder how your own upbringing impacts your parenting? Do you know the difference between supporting your teen and rescuing them, and why it matters?
In this episode, Colleen O'Grady continues her conversation with Eli Harwood, diving into attachment styles and how they shape our relationships with teens. Eli explains the four main attachment styles—secure, anxious-ambivalent, ...
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