Does the thought of parenting a middle schooler make your stomach drop?

In this episode of The Divorce Revolution Podcast, I sit down with Bridget KerMorris, parent coach, associate therapist, and mom of seven to talk about how to build connection during the messy middle school years. Bridget shares why common parenting advice often backfires, the two questions every tween is silently asking, and how her Steady + Connected Parenting™ framework helps moms—especially single and divorced moms—stay grounded and present.

If you’ve been struggling with how to stay close to your tween or teen when they shut you out, then this episode is for you.

Resources Mentioned:

Download 50 Ways I'm Staying Close to My Middle Schooler: https://kermorris.myflodesk.com/50waysguide
Join the waitlist for ReNewU, my signature group program for divorced moms ready to launch a coaching business that actually pays: https://products.ambershaw.com/signature-waitlist
Nail Your Niche: https://ambershaw.samcart.com/products/nail-your-niche
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What We Discuss:

03:54 Parenting tips that actually backfire with tweens
05:03 Why connection matters more than ever in middle school
08:04 How to set healthy boundaries without losing trust
13:54 Bridget’s Steady + Connected Parenting™ framework
23:50 Simple ways to connect through your kids’ interests
25:52 Reframing the questions you ask your kids
28:18 Why non-face-to-face conversations are powerful
30:18 Intentional parenting strategies for divorced moms
34:10 Helping kids manage tech responsibly
45:12 Resources for parents navigating middle school

Find more from Bridget KerMorris:

Website: https://kermorris.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bridget.parentcoach/

Find more from Amber Shaw:

Instagram: @msambershaw

Website: ambershaw.com

416. How to Stay Connected When Your Tween Shuts You Out with Bridget KerMorris