Girl Mom Podcast

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Ep. 24: When Close Friends Drift Apart (Helping Your Daughter Navigate the Loss) Jun 19, 2021

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The end of a friendship can be devastating, especially for teenage girls. And for moms of teen girls, it is heartbreaking to see the pain, self-doubt, and worries a girl has when a shake-up or break-up occurs. Join Kari as she talks about this common issue and how to better frame, understand, and navigate the loss as you help your daughter through it.
Ep. 24 Show Notes:
o Kari’s new book: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter

o Kari’s books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Knowand Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?

o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/

o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook

Ep. 23: Body Positivity, Eating Disorders, and Raising Healthy Girls with Alice Churnock May 04, 2021

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In a world of Instagram, filters, and 24/7 comparison, keeping a positive body image is harder than ever. For moms raising girls, there is heightened awareness of the issues that affect a girl's relationship with food and her body. Join Kari and Alice Churnock, an Adolescent Counselor and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, for this important conversation and how moms can best navigate this important subject at home.
Ep. 23 Show Notes:
o Covenant Counseling
o The Ask Alice Podcast
o Kari's Book for Moms of Teen Girls

Ep. 21: The Challenge of Our 40s: Learning to “Be the Adult” Apr 19, 2021

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Some of your hardest seasons of parenting are also your hardest seasons of life. And in your 40s - a time of major transition as you're raising teens, launching teens, burying parents, and facing Big League Stress - it's easy to feel overwhelmed and unequipped. Join Kari as she talks about the wrestling she's done and the insights that helped her better understand and navigate this season.
Ep. 21 Show Notes:
o Kari’s new book: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter

o Kari’s books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Knowand Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?

o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/

o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook

Ep. 20: Talking to Your Daughter About "Mean Girls" Mar 27, 2021

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In a world that lacks kindness, mean behavior is on the rise. And for children and teens, just beginning to see how hurtful people can be, the wounds can be deep and devastating. In this episode, Kari offers a framework to help you explain mean girl behavior, discuss an empowered response, and point your daughter toward the high road that God can ultimately bless.

EPISODE 20 Show Notes:

o Order Kari’s new book: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter

o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know

o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?

o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/

o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook

Ep. 19: When You Don't Care for Your Son's Girlfriend Feb 27, 2021

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One of the fastest ways for your son (or your daughter) to get off-track is through a bad relationship with the opposite sex. Yet what wise parents know is how bluntly stating your opinion can push a teenager away and deeper into the arms of a bad influence. Join Kari as she tackles this topic inspired by a group text among old friends. As kids grow up, parents move from a position of power to a position of influence, and Kari will share ideas on how to talk about healthy dating in a way that inspires your teenager to listen.
Ep. 19 Show Notes:
o Kari’s new book: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter

o Sissy Goff's book The Back Door to Your Teen's Heart
o Andy Stanley Podcast

o Kari’s books for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Knowand Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?

o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/

o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook

Ep. 18: Please Don't Tell Your Daughter "Girls are Mean" Jan 16, 2021

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You may have said it - or wanted to say it. When your daughter comes home crying after another girl hurts her, it’s tempting to repeat this popular cliché. But is it helpful? And can it deter girls from building real friendships if they believe this stereotype is 100% true? Join Kari as she offers an alternative - and more hopeful - point of view. This message is also available as a post on Kari’s blog.
Ep. 18 Show Notes:
o Order Kari’s new book: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter

o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know

o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?

o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/

o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook

Ep. 17: Helping Your Child Resolve Peer Conflict Jan 09, 2021

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When trouble arises between your child and a friend or classmate, your first instinct is not always your best instinct. You can amplify matters by getting involved too quickly. Join Kari as she offers 4 guidelines to help you think through situations and guide your child in a crucial relationship skill. This message is also available on Kari's blog.
Ep. 17 Show Notes:
o Order Kari’s new book: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter

o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know

o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?

o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/

o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook

Ep. 16: To the Girl with a Broken Heart Nov 14, 2020

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The teen years bring new experiences - like dating and breaking up. When your daughter ends a relationship with a guy she really liked, it can be painful. Join Kari as she shares thoughts to offer comfort and hope to your daughter (or son) after a breakup. This message will also be available as a new article on Kari's blog.

Ep. 16 Show Notes:
o Order Kari’s new book: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter

o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know

o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?

o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/

o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook

Ep. 15: Every Mom Needs a Safe Place to Vent (That's Not Facebook) Nov 01, 2020

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As a mom, you need to vent. You need safe places to be real and process your rawest, most nitty-gritty emotions. Oftentimes, however, what should keep as private conversations with friends turn into public conversations on Facebook - leading to hurt feelings, damaged relationships, and dirty laundry that's better unaired. Join Kari as she talks about the importance of having an adult network that lets you get frustrations off your chest and calm down so you can stay strong for your children and credible online.
Ep. 15 Show Notes:
o Order Kari’s new book: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter

o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know

o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?

o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/

o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook

Ep. 14: When Your Daughter Doubts Her Beauty Oct 24, 2020

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Most females are hard on themselves - and even more detrimental than the critics of this world are the critics inside their heads. Join Kari as she talks about self-image, self-love, the conversations our daughters have with themselves, and how we - as mothers - can take to heart the same lessons we aim to teach.
Ep. 14 Show Notes:
o Order Kari’s new book: Love Her Well: 10 Ways to Find Joy and Connection with Your Teenage Daughter

o Kari’s 1st book for teen girls: 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know

o Kari’s 2nd book for teen girls: Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For?

o Kari’s Blog - www.karikampakis.com/blog/

o Contact Kari at kari@karikampakis.com and follow her on Instagram and Facebook

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