by Teen Savvy | Aug 24, 2026 | Parenting
Food should be one of the simplest things in our lives. We’re hungry. We eat. We’re full. We stop. Except…that’s not really how it works, is it? By the time we reach adulthood, most of us have collected decades’ worth of messages about...
by Teen Savvy | Aug 10, 2026 | Health and Wellness, Parenting
Every once in a while, a new trend comes along that feels impossible to ignore. This summer, at least where I live, that trend has been e-bikes. They seem to be everywhere. Kids are riding them through neighborhoods, on trails, and across busy intersections, often...
by Teen Savvy | Jul 27, 2026 | Parenting
Co-parenting can require compromise even when two parents generally respect one another. When the relationship is contentious, however, almost every interaction can become part of a larger power struggle. A late pickup is no longer just a late pickup. A missing...
by Teen Savvy | Jul 20, 2026 | Parenting
One of my favorite questions to ask parents is this: What do you want your child to believe about themselves when they leave your home? This week on Parenting Shrink Wrapped, Melissa and I had an incredible conversation with Joe Vercellino, founder of The Lionheart...
by Teen Savvy | Jul 13, 2026 | Parenting
If asking your child to empty the dishwasher feels like launching a major negotiation, you’re not alone. Chores are one of the most common sources of conflict in families, especially as children get older. While it can be tempting to give up and do everything...
