What I Wish My Daughter Knew

Parenting teens can feel overwhelming, especially for dads navigating the shift from childhood to adolescence. In this episode of the ParentEd Podcast, host June speaks with Sebastian Teo, father of two daughters, about staying connected during these transitional years.Sebastian shares his heart-warming journey and practical ways to strengthen bonds—such as intentional one-to-one time and meaningful experiences through the “Date with Dad” event. He also offers thoughtful advice on guiding his daughters through friendships and relationships, emphasising character-building over simply finding “the right one”.Discover why consistency matters more than grand gestures and how creating a safe space at home fosters trust and openness. If you’re a parent wondering how to bridge the gap with your teen, this episode is packed with encouragement for navigating this challenging phase.Tune in and learn how to be present, patient, and purposeful in your parenting journey.--Youths today are navigating a world of changing norms. With your help, we can guide them to embrace timeless principles for family as foundational to our nation's well-being. Join us in equipping and empowering children and youth to be family champions to spark social change. Support the mission.--If you have enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review on Spotify, Apple Podcast or Podchaser. It'll be very helpful for others to find our podcast. You can also help us by copying this link www.family.org.sg/parentedpodcast to share with your friends.You can also support us by giving monthly. We appreciate your generous giving as every dollar helps to sustain our efforts in strengthening families. Please note that if you are based in Singapore, as a donor-supported charity with Institution of a Public Character status, all monthly and one-time donations of $50 and above, will qualify for 250% tax deduction.