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Summary

We've all read it, it was our first parenting book, "What to Expect While Expecting". Carrie and Jessica explore what it would like like to see that book written seventeen years later. It is a humorous, light conversation looking at the truth about raising teens. From feedings, to language, the ladies compare what it was like raising a newborns versus what it is like raising a teen. This is a fun one you don't want to miss!

Takeaways

• The transition from parenting infants to teenagers is significant and often humorous.
• Teenage boys have an insatiable appetite, leading to funny feeding challenges.
• Parents may experience phases where they don't like their children due to teenage attitudes.
• Communication evolves from toddlers to teenagers, often leading to misunderstandings.
• Teenagers may possess knowledge that surpasses their parents in certain areas, especially technology.
• Preparing for college involves a lifetime of parenting lessons, unlike the short preparation for a baby.
• Humor plays a crucial role in navigating the challenges of parenting teenagers.
• Parents often feel unprepared for the changes that come with teenage independence.
• The importance of engaging with listeners for chapter suggestions highlights community involvement.
• Parenting is a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns, requiring adaptability and humor.

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