Help! I Have A Teenager

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Being a teenager has changed. A lot. There’s TikTok, vaping, d*ck pics, there are Snap maps, selfies and filters...and it's all a potential battlefield for parents where the stakes feel impossibly high. So welcome to some real parenting talk. As both clinicians and parents, Dr. Ginni Mansberg and clinical psychologist Jo Lamble know first-hand how challenging it can be to raise adolescents. This is why they're bringing their common-sense expertise to Mamamia’s Help! I Have A Teenager. Every week Dr. Ginni and Jo will be answering your questions, and you can submit them at podcast@mamamia.com.au 


Episode Date
‘Hits Different, Pop Off, Rizz’: Why Is My Teen Speaking Another Language?
Mar 28, 2024
Does Your Teen Genuinely Need A Mental Health Day?
Mar 21, 2024
Your Teen’s Growing Up; It’s Time To Rediscover Yourself
Mar 14, 2024
How To Stop Your Teen From Sneaking Out
Mar 07, 2024
Teens & Politics: What Happens When You Don’t Agree
Feb 29, 2024
The Safety Talk To Have With Your Teen Before Their First Festival
Feb 22, 2024
No, It’s Not Selfish To Make Yourself A Priority
Feb 15, 2024
How To Talk To Your Teen About Their Sexuality
Feb 08, 2024
‘My Partner & I Have Polar Opposite Parenting Styles’
Feb 01, 2024
My Teen Got A Tattoo Without Permission. Now What?
Jan 25, 2024
Why Your Teens Gaming Isn’t All Bad
Jan 18, 2024
BONUS: The 6 Best Ways To Connect With Your Teen
Jan 11, 2024
Texting, Trolling & Tweens: A Guide To You Child's First Phone
Jan 09, 2024
BONUS: Tips For A Successful First Job Interview
Jan 04, 2024
BONUS: Hacks To Get Your Teen Off Of Their Phone
Dec 28, 2023
BONUS: All The Ways We Travelled With Kids
Dec 26, 2023
Breakups Suck. Here’s How To Help Your Teen Through Them
Dec 21, 2023
Our Guide To The ‘We Can’t Afford It’ Chat With Your Teens
Dec 14, 2023
Is My Child Depressed Or Just Avoiding Chores?
Dec 07, 2023
My Teenager Is A Bully & I’m The Target
Nov 30, 2023
Why Is My Teen Having A Temper Tantrum?
Nov 23, 2023
The Signs Your Teen May Be Self-Harming
Nov 16, 2023
Acne, Anxiety & The Problem With Your Teens Getting No Sleep
Nov 09, 2023
'My Kids Always Choose Their Dad Over Me'
Nov 02, 2023
How To Help Your Teen Process Disturbing Images On Their Socials
Oct 27, 2023
Easing Your Tweens Worries About High School
Oct 19, 2023
The Real Reason Our Gen Z Teens Are So Lonely
Oct 12, 2023
Why You Need To Stop Tracking Your Teen
Oct 05, 2023
Hacks To Get Your Lazy Teen Out Of Bed
Sep 28, 2023
‘Final Exams Are Coming Up & My Teen Is A Mess’
Sep 21, 2023
TikTok Isn’t As Bad As You Think
Sep 14, 2023
Surviving Driving Lessons With Your Cocky Teen
Sep 07, 2023
Parenting Hack: Being Bored Is Actually Good For Kids
Aug 31, 2023
Our Advice… Ban The Energy Drinks Now
Aug 24, 2023
How To Host An 18th Without P*ssing Everyone Off
Aug 17, 2023
Prepping Your Teen For Their First Job Interview
Aug 10, 2023
So....You Just Found Out Your Teen Is Having Sex
Aug 03, 2023
‘Am I Getting Too Involved In My Teens’ Love Life?’
Jul 27, 2023
Yes, There’s Such A Thing As Being Overprotective
Jul 20, 2023
How To Successfully Co-parent With Your Ex
Jul 13, 2023
‘I Hated School. Is It Hypocritical To Make My Teen Go?’
Jul 06, 2023
What To Say If Your Teen Asks If You’ve Done Drugs
Jun 29, 2023
'Am I Just Controlling? Or Is My Child’s Behaviour Unacceptable?'
Jun 22, 2023
My Child’s Extracurriculars Are Sending Me Broke!
Jun 15, 2023
'My Teen Has Shut Me Out. What Do I Do?'
Jun 08, 2023
Everything You Need To Know About Creatine
Jun 01, 2023
Is It Possible For Your Teen To Take Risks, Safely?
May 25, 2023
‘My Partner Hates The Idea Of My Daughter Having A Boyfriend’
May 18, 2023
The Reality Of Co-Parenting With A ‘Disney Dad’
May 11, 2023
Is Your Kid Cheating On A Test Actually A Big Deal?
May 04, 2023
Is It Normal For My 20-Year-Old To Be Acting Like A Teenager?
Apr 27, 2023
‘My Teen Doesn’t Trust Me. Where Do I Go From Here?’
Apr 20, 2023
What To Do If Your Teen Is A Bully
Apr 13, 2023
‘I Think My Teen Has Panic Attacks - What Do I Do?’
Apr 06, 2023
'My Teen Has No Friends And I Don't Know How To Help'
Mar 30, 2023
What Are ‘Nangs’ And How Are Teens Using Them To Get High?
Mar 23, 2023
‘I Hate My Son’s Girlfriend. What Do I Do?’
Mar 16, 2023
‘I Think My Child Is Stealing Money From Me - But I Can’t Prove It’
Mar 09, 2023
Wrapping Your Head Around Your Teen’s New Pronouns
Mar 02, 2023
Are Table Manners Really That Important?
Feb 23, 2023
"I'm Bisexual - This Is How I Hope My Parents React To The News"
Feb 16, 2023
Do I Put My Kid On ADHD Medication?
Feb 09, 2023
Anger Issues In A Teen Is No Joke
Feb 02, 2023
‘My Kid Lies To My Face And I Don’t Know What To Do’
Jan 26, 2023
Is My Teen Watching Porn Actually A Big Deal?
Jan 19, 2023
Finding Friends In High School
Jan 12, 2023
‘My Teen Found Out Their Dad Cheated On Me, What Now?’
Jan 05, 2023
‘How Can I Make Sure My Teen’s Partying Safely?’
Dec 29, 2022
Navigating The Holidays In A Blended Family
Dec 22, 2022
‘My Teen’s Been Expelled, Now What?’
Dec 15, 2022
'How Do I Get My Parents To Understand Me?'
Dec 08, 2022
Are Co-Ed Sleepovers A Good Idea?
Dec 01, 2022
The Problem With Your Teen Being Their Friend's 'Therapist'
Nov 24, 2022
Is There A Right Age To Get Social Media?
Nov 17, 2022
Parties, Drinking And The Problem With 'Giving Up' On Your Teen
Nov 10, 2022
Should I Be Worried My Son Likes Andrew Tate?
Nov 03, 2022
Can I Ask My Teen To Move Out Of Home?
Oct 27, 2022
Why Calling Your Teen 'Shy' Probably Isn't Helping Them
Oct 20, 2022
The Danger Of Unsupervised Sleepovers
Oct 13, 2022
What To Do If Your Kids Are Sneaking Out
Oct 06, 2022
Yes, Your Teen Needs A Part Time Job
Sep 29, 2022
Mia Freedman On The Guilt That Comes With Parenting Teens
Sep 22, 2022
The Real Reason Your Teen Isn’t Leaving Their Room
Sep 15, 2022
What To Do If You’ve Raised A Slob
Sep 08, 2022
How The F*ck Do I Stop My Kid From Swearing?
Sep 01, 2022
When Your Mother-In-Law Won’t Butt Out
Aug 25, 2022
When Your ‘Woke’ Teen Turns On You
Aug 18, 2022
The Secret To Getting On With Your Teen’s Friends
Aug 11, 2022
Am I Accidentally Body Shaming My Tween?
Aug 04, 2022
Yes, Even Your Teens Need A Bedtime Routine
Jul 28, 2022
Are Our Kids Suffering From A ‘Fear Of Failing’?
Jul 21, 2022
A Doctor’s Guide To Getting Rid Of Teen Acne
Jul 14, 2022
When You And Your Partner Have Different Parenting Styles
Jul 07, 2022
A Scary Dilemma From A Single Mum
Jun 30, 2022
The Hidden Signs Your Child Might Have Anxiety
Jun 23, 2022
The Never Ending Vegetable Battle
Jun 16, 2022
A Question From A 'Try-Hard Mum'
Jun 09, 2022
Vaping, Sniffing Deodorant And Other Dangerous Behaviours
Jun 02, 2022
Puberty, Periods and Swimming In Pads
May 26, 2022
What To Do If Your Teen Is Making Dangerous Choices
May 19, 2022