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Jessica Lahey|The Addiction Inoculation

The Addiction Inoculation | Jessica Lahey Shares Insights on Girls That Create Podcast

In this episode, host Erin Prather Stafford spoke with Jessica Lahey, author of The Addiction Inoculation: Raising Healthy Kids in a Culture of Dependence. The

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teen girls mental health

Six Strategies to Help Teen Girls’ Mental Health Struggles

It’s a well-established fact that children’s and teens’ mental health took a hit during the pandemic. But new research suggests that teen girls in particular

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Teen Girls Mental Health

Teen Girls Mental Health Articles

A new report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found teen girls in the United States are experiencing record-high levels of violence, sadness,

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storytelling parenting|Storytelling Improves Your Parenting|

Five Ways Storytelling Improves Your Parenting

“What would happen if one woman told the truth about her life? The world would split open.” ―Muriel Rukeyser, American poet and political activist When

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What Makes You Come Alive|What Makes You Come Alive

The Only New Year’s Resolution You’ll Need

What makes you come alive? As parents and caregivers, the question is worth pondering as we move into a new year. That’s why nationally recognized

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||Joy in Journey Teen Coloring||coloring page teen|cloud coloring teen

Coloring Pages for Creative Teen Girls

It’s no secret coloring has mental health benefits, so Girls That Create is sharing these free coloring pages for the teen girls in your life.

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encouraging your child's Individual interests|encouraging your child's individual interests|Christine Horstman|

Encouraging Your Child’s Individual Interests

When her son asked to quit basketball for more time to explore other interests, Christine Horstman was surprised to experience mixed feelings. There just wasn’t

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keeping kids curious|keeping kids curiosity alive and well

Keeping Kids’ Curiosity Alive and Well

Kids are naturally curious. But various forces in the environment can dampen their curiosity over time. Can anything be done to keep kids’ curiosity alive?

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personal style supports daughters confidence|authentic personal style

How Personal Style Supports Your Daughter’s Confidence

Somewhere between revolutions, equality movements, and trying to be more intentional with our buying choices because of “fast fashion,” “minimalism,” and “upcycling,” we lost an

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resilient kids|

Help Your Kids Thrive By Debunking These Myths About Resilience

Most parents naturally want to raise resilient kids. After all, life is filled with pitfalls, setbacks, and disappointments. Uncertainty is our new normal. We are

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