How to Be Strict but Fair With Your Teenager (Lessons from Single Dad of 3)

When a teen gets defiant or starts with the back talk, most of us push harder. More rules, louder voice, fewer explanations. And the harder we push, the further they pull away or shut down completely.

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José Rolón, known as NYC Gay Dad, raised his son and twin daughters as a single dad for ten years. He's the first LGBTQ dad on the cover of Parents Latina and co-host of the Love Take Two podcast. In this episode, he shares how he stays strict and fair without the yelling.

 

IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN HOW TO:

• Find the one setting where a teen who won't talk finally opens up
• Understand the real reason your disrespectful teen goes from 0 to 100
• Know what to say instead of "because I said so" when defiance hits
• Use the one thing that earns your teen's respect faster than stricter rules

 

RESOURCES MENTIONED

• José Rolón: @NYCGayDad
• Love Take Two podcast

 

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Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam is hosted by Dr. Cam Caswell, an adolescent psychologist and certified parenting coach. Each episode gives you practical strategies, expert advice, and real-world insight to build a stronger relationship with your teen.

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