Shawna Partlow on Parenting Teens, Communication, and Balancing Family and Entrepreneurship

In this episode of Wisdom on the Front Porch, LS Kirkpatrick chats with Shawna Partlow about her journey from teen pregnancy to becoming an advocate for parent-teen communication. They discuss the challenges of teen pregnancy, the impact of premarital sex, societal views on teen sexuality, and media influence. Shawna highlights the importance of parental guidance, offering strategies for connecting with teens and balancing entrepreneurship with family. The conversation covers addressing risky behaviors, fostering dialogue, and technology's role in family communication. Shauna shares resources for parents and teens, ending with closing remarks.

(0:00) Introduction and welcome
(0:22) Shawna's work with teens and tackling teen pregnancies
(1:55) Shawna's approach to teaching abstinence and experience in education
(3:43) Parent-teen relationship dynamics and sex education challenges
(7:06) Emotional consequences of teen sex and misconceptions
(9:31) Teen pressures, media influence, and pregnancy hormones
(15:26) Strategies for enhancing parent-teen connections and overcoming obstacles
(23:27) Discussing healthy boundaries and consequences with teens
(26:31) Balancing entrepreneurship with family life and scheduling
(32:22) Launching a new podcast
(34:41) Addressing teen defiance, trust issues, and risky behavior
(43:20) Ongoing conversations about clothing choices and behavior
(47:55) Effective communication with teenagers and building trust
(54:39) Respecting teens' privacy and managing parental emotions
(58:32) Health concerns and the importance of face-to-face communication
(1:04:49) Fostering lasting relationships and the role of grandparents
(1:09:50) Shawna Partlow's resources and workshops
(1:11:28) Closing remarks