Parenting in the Third Stage

One minute you’re holding their hand … the next, they’re headed the other way, and you’re staring at a sign announcing you have a teenager. Parenting in the Third Stage is your guide when the old parenting map no longer works and your teen is forging a path of their own. This hands-on, heart-centered journal helps you reconnect when your teen pulls away, communicate when words don’t come easily, and show up bravely, calmly, and consistently. Inside, you’ll find: • weekly tools grounded in brain science, emotional regulation, and values-based parenting; • simple prompts to pause, reflect, and act; • blueprints to communicate with clarity, empathy, and confidence. If you’ve ever thought, “Where did my kid go?” or “I just want us to feel close again,” this guide is your GPS for the wild turns and unexpected detours of raising teens.