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EPISODE · Jun 16, 2026 · 1H 14M

Puberty Without the Panic

from Sage Sisters · host Anne Pizzuti and Kate Doerksen

Puberty is awkward. Parenting through it doesn't have to be. This week, we sit down with Vanessa Kroll Bennett, bestselling author, podcaster, and co-founder of Less Awkward, to talk about what is actually happening in your kid's body and brain during the middle school years.Vanessa co-founded Less Awkward and co-authored This Is So Awkward to give parents the tools, language, and confidence to guide their kids through puberty without the panic. She brings the science, the honesty, and just enough humor to make the tween years feel totally manageable.This is the conversation most parents were never given and the one every parent of a tween desperately needs. If you have a kid heading into the awkward years, or already in the thick of it, this episode is for you.Less Awkward LinksWebsite: LessAwkward.comPodcast: Less Awkward PodcastFREE Puberty 101 GuideInstagram: Less.Awkwardhttps://vanessakrollbennett.com/Everything is not awful:  Women are amazing! Madelene Sagstrom is 7 months pregnant and still competing at the US Women’s Open this week. Tech Tip: Co-playing for video games can lead to amazing bonding moments!Obsessions:Anne’s: Vinnie Louise DressKate’s: Hoola Bronzer & Merritt Brush Like to watch your podcast? Watch here.Support us by downloading our Free Kids & Tech Guidebook.Follow Us on Social Media:InstagramFacebookLinkedInYouTubeSage Haven: Safer Messaging App for Kids

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