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Connection First
A bilingual parenting podcast helping you raise connected, resilient kids, starting with you.
Connection First is the parenting podcast for mums and dads who want to raise emotionally healthy, connected, and resilient kids. each week, host Fabiana Coll — conscious parenting coach, writer and immigrant mum — shares practical parenting tips, tools for emotional regulation, and research-backed strategies to help you stay calm and connected.
Tune in for honest conversations about screen time, family routines, sibling relationships, raising readers and how to create a peaceful home environment. Whether you’re navigating toddler tantrums, school-age worries, or just trying to parent more mindfully, you’ll find encouragement, simple strategies, and inspiration to put connection first.
Connect with Fabi on Instagram @connection_first
Or reach out via email at connectionfirst@fabianacoll.com
Connection First
#35 Sex, Screens & Connection: Navigating the Teen Transition with Michelle Mitchell
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Let’s break the taboos and start talking openly with our kids about the things that matter.
In this episode, Fabiana Coll interviews Michelle R. Mitchell to explore the challenges of parenting during the transition from childhood to adolescence. They cover key topics like puberty, communication, and setting healthy boundaries, while highlighting the importance of child-led conversations and understanding the emotional dynamics between parents and kids.
They also discuss the impact of social media on young people and share practical tips for navigating these changes — all while keeping a strong, meaningful connection with your children.
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To connect directly with Michelle Mitchell, order her incredible books, or learn more about her work, visit her website or follow her on social media.
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Context of Parenting Challenges
02:05 Navigating Puberty and Transitioning to Teenagers
06:14 Child-Led Conversations: Empowering Kids in Discussions
10:22 Understanding Changes in Child Development
14:19 Balancing Fun and Seriousness in Conversations about Sex
20:34 Addressing Fears and Misconceptions about Puberty
24:00 Emotional Dynamics in Parent-Child Relationships
28:26 Establishing Boundaries and In-Charge Energy
35:28 Screen Time and Social Media Challenges
44:11 Government Regulations on Social Media and Its Impact
47:04 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways for Parents
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