Letting go of control over our teens is a very critical topic that many parents grapple with. Whether it's allowing them more independence, trusting their decisions, finding the right balance can be a challenge.

In this episode of the ParentEd Podcast, our host, June Yong, is joined by Pamela, a mother of three teens between the ages of 14 to 17. She shares candidly her journey of learning to relinquish control as she learns to empathise with her kids and discovers ways to guide them in self-management as they grow in independence. While it can be a challenging phase, Pamela also shares glimpses of the beauty of letting go.

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Your partnership will enable us to support parents through our parent dialogues, webinars, workshops and campaigns, to nurture thriving families for the next generation. You can give at www.family.org.sg/Donate.

Should you be in need of help or support, our counsellors are available to lend you a listening ear. Make an appointment with us at www.family.org.sg/Counselling.

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Bullying is a painful and difficult experience we hope our children will not have to go through.

But if it does happen to our kids, what are some telltale signs that they are being mistreated? How can we respond in a way that is helpful and supportive?

In this episode, our host, Ee Jay, chats with father-son pair Ganesan and Kavi Maniam, about their experience as a family when Kavi encountered bullies in school. They reveal the fears and perspectives—from both parent and child—of being placed in a difficult situation like this, and share 3Cs that provide a framework for how families can identify and support kids who might be on the receiving end of bullying.

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If anyone in the family has experienced bullying or is seeking to recover from bullying encounters, we want you to know that you are not alone. Our trusted and dedicated team of counsellors are here to support and help you navigate life's challenging situations in a safe and non-judgmental space.

Make an appointment with us at www.family.org.sg/Counselling.

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If you have enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast or Podchaser. It'll be very helpful for others to find our podcast. You can also help us by copying this link www.family.org.sg/parentedpodcast to share with your friends.

You can also support us by giving monthly. We appreciate your generous giving as every dollar helps to sustain our efforts in strengthening families. Do note that if you are based in Singapore, one-time gifts above SGD$50 or monthly donations above SGD$10 are eligible for 250% tax-deductible benefits.

Sleep deprivation almost feels like an inevitable part of a young parents’ journey. But what if long nights with a fussing baby can be overcome, and a good night’s rest for both parents and baby is possible?

In this episode, our host, June Yong, is joined by Zoe Chu, a mum of 4 and the founder of Sleep Supernanny. As an adult and baby sleep expert, Zoe shares about how parents can help their babies foster healthy sleep habits and develop the invaluable skill of falling asleep independently. Find out how you can establish the right sleep routines with the 5-step baby sleep system and bid goodbye to panda eyes.

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At Focus on the Family Singapore, we believe that every parent can grow, thrive and enjoy parenting!

Your partnership will enable us to support parents through our parent dialogues, webinars, workshops and campaigns, to nurture thriving families for the next generation. You can give at www.family.org.sg/Donate.

Should you be in need of help or support, our counsellors are available to lend you a listening ear. Make an appointment with us at www.family.org.sg/Counselling.

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If you have enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast or Podchaser. It'll be very helpful for others to find our podcast. You can also help us by copying this link www.family.org.sg/parentedpodcast to share with your friends.

You can also support us by giving monthly. We appreciate your generous giving as every dollar helps to sustain our efforts in strengthening families. Do note that if you are based in Singapore, one-time gifts above SGD$50 or monthly donations above SGD$10 are eligible for 250% tax-deductible benefits.