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EPISODE · Sep 9, 2026 · 14 MIN

Mum-Daughter Communication | Why She Shuts Down & How To Reconnect

from Teen Whisperer | Parenting Teen Girls · host Rach Friedli - Specialist in Understanding Teen Girls

Send us Fan Mail "You don't understand." "You're so controlling." When your daughter shuts you down, it's instinct to defend yourself, explain, or fix what's wrong. But here's the physiology: that response may be exactly what widens the gap. In this episode, we explore what happens in her body and mind when she feels unheard, and the one shift in how you respond that can rebuild the bridge between you. No judgment. Just tools for real connection. If you’re listening to this thinking, “that’s me,” I’ve got something for you. It’s called Connect the Dots. It’s a really simple guide to help you slow down, look at what you’re actually seeing, and then zoom out and consider what else might be going on for your daughter. You can grab it for free here. Don’t forget to subscribe so you’re the first to get new episodes, and leave me a review - it helps other mums find the podcast too. Follow me on instagram or LinkedIn Let me know how you found this episode. See you next time! 💛

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Send us Fan Mail "You don't understand." "You're so controlling." When your daughter shuts you down, it's instinct to defend yourself, explain, or fix what's wrong. But here's the physiology: that response may be exactly what widens the gap. In this episode, we explore what happens in her body and mind when she feels unheard, and the one shift in how you respond that can rebuild the bridge between you. No judgment. Just tools for real connection. If you’re listen...

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