If your daughter is navigating friendship struggles, questioning where she fits in, or constantly comparing herself to others, the answer may not simply be “better friendship skills.” In this post, I explore the inner foundation girls truly need before high school — self-awareness, self-acceptance, self-trust, and internal validation — and why helping girls know themselves deeply changes the way they experience friendships, confidence, and belonging for life.

No Phone Zones: 6 Practical, Real-Life Tips for Parents to Help Tweens Build Healthier Screen Habits at Home Kids today are surrounded by screens at every turn — whether it’s searching for information, finding ideas, school work, gaming, social media or just passing the time. In my tween programs, I notice that when given a chance to create, some of them immediately want to look things up online for ideas and inspiration. Their iPads and laptops are ready to do the thinking for them, and I...

5 Ways to Nurture Your Daughter’s Confidence - A gentle guide for parents of tween girls