Raising Teens Posts
Raising teens can be both a rewarding and challenging journey for parents. As children transition into adolescence, they seek independence while navigating a world filled with new experiences, emotions, and social dynamics. At TotWalk, we understand that this phase is crucial for shaping their identities and values. Our Raising Teens category offers insights into fostering open communication, setting appropriate boundaries, and understanding the unique pressures teens face today, from social media to academic expectations. We provide practical tips for building trust and encouraging responsibility, helping you support your teen’s growth while maintaining a strong connection. Whether you’re dealing with mood swings, relationship challenges, or preparing for life after high school, our blog serves as a resource for navigating these transformative years. Join us as we explore the complexities of teen life and share stories, advice, and strategies to help you and your teen thrive together during this pivotal time.
24 January 2026
Encouraging Good Decision-Making in Teens
Teenagers are in that strange, beautiful, and often chaotic phase of life where they`re not quite kids, not yet adults, and constantly navigating a minefield of decisions. As parents, it can be...
4 January 2026
How to Encourage Gratitude in Your Teen
If you`re a parent of a teenager, you probably know how challenging it can be to get a complete sentence out of them—let alone hear a heartfelt “thank you.” You might be thinking, `Gratitude?...
29 December 2025
Understanding the Role of Extracurricular Activities in Your Teen’s Life
As a parent, you`re probably juggling a million things at once—homework battles, curfews, social media monitoring, and everything in between. But have you ever stopped to think about the role...
25 December 2025
Setting Realistic Expectations for Your Teen’s Future
Let’s get something straight: parenting a teenager is much like trying to assemble IKEA furniture with missing instructions and one wrong Allen wrench. One moment they’re slamming doors and...
18 December 2025
Technology Use Limits: How Much Screen Time is Too Much?
Let’s be real for a second—screens are everywhere . Smartphones, tablets, TVs, laptops, smartwatches—you name it. They’ve become almost like a second skin for many of us, and especially...
19 November 2025
Recognizing Signs of Trouble: When Your Teen Needs Extra Support
Parenting teens is no walk in the park, is it? One moment, they’re sulking in their room, refusing to talk, and the next, they’re slamming doors because you didn’t buy their favorite snack....
15 November 2025
The High School Years: Preparing Your Teen for the Future
Ah, high school. Those four years that somehow feel like both a blink and an eternity. As a parent, watching your teen navigate this phase is a little bit like watching someone build an airplane...
18 October 2025
Raising a Confident Teen: Boosting Self-Esteem at Home
Raising a teenager is no walk in the park. One day they`re beaming with confidence, the next, they`re second-guessing every step they take. Sound familiar? If you`re a parent navigating the wild...
16 October 2025
Encouraging Financial Responsibility in Your Teen
Let’s face it—raising teens isn’t for the faint of heart. Between navigating mood swings, high school drama, and screen time battles, we often forget one crucial lesson: teaching them about...