Decoding the Tween Years: Parenting 9-12 Year Olds Through Hormones, Social Life, and Brain Growth

The Rising Parent Podcast by Tim Vartko + Edna Vartko | Parenting Coaches

Episode notes

Struggling to navigate the tween years? Join Tim and Edna on the Rising Parent podcast as they decode the complexities of parenting 9 to 12-year-olds! This episode dives deep into the hormonal shifts, social dynamics, and cognitive growth that define this unique developmental stage. Learn practical strategies to support your tween through mood swings, peer pressure, and academic challenges. Discover how to foster healthy coping mechanisms, build confidence, and navigate the social minefield with empathy and respect. We explore how to address dramatic sizes, self-consciousness, and the need for open communication, offering essential guidance for parents seeking sanity and connection during the tween tornado.

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