KRISTEN JOY WILKS

Kristen Joy Wilks is an author, camp photographer, and the mom of three teenage boys. She writes about what she loves: the quiet of the forest, the ill-considered schemes of un-stoppable children, and the love of loyal pets who will never leave your side … as long as you pack meal worms! Try one of her chicken-themed books for free by signing up for her newsletter.

how to connect with your teen - a mother and daughter talk on a couch

Five Ways to Connect with Your Teen (Even if They Don’t Want to)

As teens age, they naturally want more independence, but that doesn’t mean our relationships with them are over. Here are 5 ways to connect with your teen.