Parenting Transitions: Why Support Matters from Birth to the Teen Years

Parenting Transitions: Why Support Matters from Birth to the Teen Years

Bringing home a baby is life-changing—but so is navigating the teen years. If you’ve ever wished for a parenting coach to guide you through the ups and downs of adolescence, you’re not alone.

On this week’s Parenting Shrink Wrapped podcast, we’re joined by pre and postpartum doula Kimberly Marie-Ferrol of Vela Haven to discuss why major parenting transitions—whether postpartum or raising teens—are so much easier with the right support.

Why Parenting Transitions Are Overwhelming

Every stage of parenting comes with surprises. Just like new parents are blindsided by the realities of sleep deprivation and feeding schedules, parents of teens often feel unprepared for shifting moods, academic pressure, and the need to balance independence with guidance.

The Power of a Parenting Guide

Kimberly supports new parents in the moment, helping them anticipate challenges they didn’t even know to expect. That’s exactly what I do for parents of teens—helping you plan for the stressors ahead and navigate the ones already here. Because no parent should have to figure it all out alone.

Listen to the Full Episode

Parenting is a long journey, and every phase has its challenges. Whether you’re remembering those exhausting newborn days or in the thick of teenage uncertainty, this episode is a reminder that support makes all the difference.

🎧 Listen now: Parenting Shrink Wrapped

Read more about finding support as the parent of a teen. Find more helpful resources in the Teen Savvy blog.