From Tween Talk Voice Notes with Marina Joy
Parenting tweens can feel like unpredictable weather—sunny one day, stormy the next. In this heartfelt episode, Marina uses the metaphor of rainy seasons to help moms understand why the challenging phases of tween parenting can feel so overwhelming and endless.
Drawing from her own experience with daughters navigating identity shifts and big emotions, Marina offers practical wisdom for both the “rainy” and “sunny” seasons of tween development. She explains why those difficult stretches aren’t a sign you’re failing as a parent, but rather evidence that healthy growth is happening.
You’ll discover:
- Why tween challenges come in cycles (and why that’s actually normal)
- How to use the calm moments to build emotional skills that will serve you later
- Practical strategies for staying steady when your tween’s emotions feel overwhelming
- The importance of holding boundaries with kindness during growth spurts
- How to prepare for the next challenging phase while things are going well
Perfect for moms who are either in the thick of a difficult season or wanting to make the most of the peaceful moments. Marina’s gentle encouragement reminds us that consistency, patience, and connection are the tools that help both parent and child weather any storm.
Episode length: Approximately 10 minutes
Best for: Parents of children ages 9-14
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