Struggling to keep your tween or teen off their phone and sane around family this summer? You’re not alone—and this episode is your survival plan.

Summer brings less structure, more screen time, and potential behavioral flare-ups—especially during family vacations. For single parents, this season can easily go from bonding time to battle zone without the right tools. This episode helps you build a proactive plan with your teen to make the most of the summer months—without losing your mind.

Discover how to set clear expectations with your child before the trip—even if they usually resist structure.

Learn how to navigate screen time limits without daily power struggles.

Get real-life examples for prepping your child to handle awkward or emotional family moments calmly.

Press play now to learn how to turn your summer family trip into a connected and meltdown-free experience with your tween or teen.

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The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.

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