The holidays can be a stressful time of year for many reasons, and are often compounded if you have a blended family. This week, we hear from a listener who is worried that Christmas Day is ruined for her kids by trying to rush around to other peoples houses and see everyone, and Ginni and Jo have some advice.
Plus, they break down 'present envy', and why your teens almost definitely experience it.
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Navigating The Holidays In A Blended Family

Being a teenager has changed. A lot. There&rsquo;s TikTok, vaping, d*ck pics, there are Snap maps, selfies and filters...and it's all a potential battlefield for parents where the stakes feel impossibly high. So welcome to some real parenting talk. As both clinicians and parents, Dr. Ginni Mansberg and clinical psychologist Jo Lamble know first-hand how challenging it can be to raise adolescents. This is why they're bringing their common-sense expertise to Mamamia&rsquo;s Help! I Have A Teenager. Every week Dr. Ginni and Jo will be answering your questions, and you can submit them at podcast@mamamia.com.au&nbsp;

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The sleepless nights, the expensive feeding, the mess... Just when you thought you were done with those years, your child becomes a teenager. This episode we discuss all the things that surprised us about becoming parents of teens and why we found those to be the hardest years.
Plus, what happens when your teen starts to distance themselves? Ginni and Jo share their insights and tips on fostering meaningful connections without pushing too hard.
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Unpopular Opinion: Parenting Teens Is Tougher Than Newborns

A heads up: This episode discusses child sexual abuse and may be better to listen to with headphones if little ears are around.
As parents, we know that conversations with our kids, regardless of age, can sometimes go in one ear and out the other. But sometimes, there is a conversation so important that we must make sure it sticks.
In this special episode, Tegan Natoli, host of 'This Glorious Mess,' is joined by Triple M Rush Hour Sydney Host and founder of Gotch4Life, Gus Worland, who is also the founder of Gotcha For Life. They discuss how to talk to your child about their safety, how you can adapt those conversations for any age child, and the resources available to help you navigate those chats with confidence.
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Executive Producers: Talissa Bazaz & Courtney Ammenhauser 
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BONUS: How To Have The Difficult Conversations That Keep Your Kids Safe

As our teens start looking more like adults, should we expect them to start acting like adults too? Ginni and Jo dive into teenage brain development and share tips for handling moments when emotions take over.
And, when it comes time for a family vacations should you make your teens join even if they're not keen? Our host's opinions are a little bit controversial this time around.
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What You Probably Don’t Realise About Your Teens Brain

Are you noticing your teen becoming more hesitant about going to school lately? The growing number of school refusals is becoming alarming. Luckily, we've got some tips to help encourage them to attend.
Plus, a dilemma involving a teenage girl who doesn't enjoy staying at her dad's house. But does she legally have to go? We discuss.
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Producer: Tahli Blackman
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What To Do (And Not Do) When Your Teen Won’t Go To School

Have you ever stepped into your teen's room and caught a whiff of cheese, wax, or even a hint of goat? You're not alone! Ginni delves into the science behind why teens, especially boys, have a unique scent.
Plus, we share our top tips for introducing your kids to a new partner in a way that takes the pressure off and makes it a smooth experience.
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Ginni's recommendation this week is Articulate which you can check out here.

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Hosts: Dr Ginni Mansberg & Jo Lamble
Find a copy of The New Teen Age here: https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-new-teen-age-ginni-mansberg/book/9781922351258.html 
Producer: Tahli Blackman
Audio Production: Scott Stronach
Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Navigating The Holidays In A Blended Family

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