158. Decoding Gen Alpha (Because... Bruh.)

Your sweet little kid is suddenly spending all their time in their bedroom, doesn't want to participate in family activities, and somehow speaks a language you don't understand.Welcome to raising a preteen! 😂In this episode we're talking about the weird, funny, sometimes emotional transition from having a little kid to raising a preteen. It's a stage where our kids are becoming more independent, craving privacy, and sometimes acting like hanging out with their parents is the absolute worst thing they could possibly imagine.And then there's the language...Because what exactly does "bruh," "buns," "cheeks," "chud," and "twin" mean?!And if your preteen tells you "W Mom," congratulations! You've officially earned a win. 🙌We'll also talk about the phrase every preteen mom knows all too well:"In a sec."Need them to get dressed? "In a sec."Take out the trash? "In a sec."Get in the car? "In a sec."And somehow, "in a sec" can mean anything from 30 seconds to approximately three business days. 😂In this episode, we talk about: Why your preteen suddenly doesn't want to hang out with you anymore  The emotional side of watching your little kid become more independent  Why they would rather be in their bedroom than participate in family activities  How to stay connected when your child doesn't seem interested in connecting  Why preteens seem to develop their own language overnight  Decoding bruh, buns, cheeks, chud, and twin What "W Mom" means—and why getting one feels like a parenting trophy  Why "in a sec" is apparently not an actual measurement of time  How preteens can seem so grown up one minute and still so little the next  Finding new ways to connect with your child as they grow  Why this stage can be bittersweet but also really fun The preteen years can be confusing. We're learning how to give our kids more independence while still reminding them that we're here when they need us.And yes, we're also trying to figure out what the heck they're talking about.Because apparently we're raising kids and learning a new language at the same time.If you're in the preteen stage too, you're definitely not alone!📺 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOpw5ui4uxJHx0tLFVtpnfSkpObfc4d-KYou can find Katie at:website: burntpancakes.comYouTube: @burnt.pancakesInstagram: @burntpancakeswithkatieEmail: [email protected]🚽 Did you know Katie is also a Certified Potty Trainer? 🚽☎️ Schedule a 1:1 chat today: Schedule Here💻 Digital Potty Training Course HERE📖  Potty Training E-Book HERE🆓  FREE potty training resources HEREInstagram: @itspottytimeTiktok: @itspottytime_Some episodes include affiliate links at no cost to you.