Tween

The pulling-away starts here — along with the phone requests, the puberty questions, and the first real social stakes. Staying close takes more effort now, not less.

Start with The Puberty Talk Get the written guide

This stage at a glance

11–13 yr

Navigating the Tween Years · 4-part series

The puberty conversation
First phone, real rules
Navigating social pressure
Staying close as they pull away

Navigating the Tween Years

Start here, in order

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Part 1

Having the puberty talk without the awkward silence

Part 2

Setting phone rules before you hand one over

Part 3

What to say when they're left out

Part 4

Staying close when they want space

Written Guide

Navigating the Tween Years

Every video in this series, written out — for conversations you want to get right the first time.

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Money Moves for This Stage

Where to start handing over real financial responsibility.

Teaching budgeting with real moneyMoney MovesWatch →
Setting a first savings goalMoney MovesWatch →
Talking honestly about the cost of thingsMoney MovesWatch →

Mindset & Connection for This Stage

Pulling away isn't rejection. It's practice.

From the Phrase Library — for the door that's suddenly closed