by Teen Savvy Coaching | 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...
by Teen Savvy Coaching | Jun 29, 2026 | Parenting
If you’ve spent any time at a youth sporting event lately, you’ve probably noticed something. The kids are playing. The parents are competing. In this week’s episode of Parenting Shrink Wrapped, Melissa and I sat down with communication expert,...
by Teen Savvy Coaching | May 25, 2026 | Parenting
As parents, we spend so much time trying to help our teens succeed that sometimes we accidentally create pressure instead of connection. In this week’s episode of Parenting Shrink Wrapped, Melissa and I sat down with 19-year-old TEDx speaker and Cloud9 founder Sonia...
by Teen Savvy Coaching | Sep 15, 2025 | Parenting
If you have a high school senior in your house, there’s a good chance you’re feeling the weight of college applications right alongside them. Essays, deadlines, recommendations, test scores—it’s enough to make even the most organized family feel like they’re living...