Slate Daily Feed Care & Feeding | My Friend is Going THROUGH IT. How Can I Support Them?
Dec 4, 2025
The hosts tackle the challenge of supporting a friend dealing with a struggling child. They discuss the importance of practical help, like meals and scheduled check-ins, while also emphasizing emotional validation through small messages. Triumphs from their own lives add humor, with one host surviving a solo trip with kids. Finally, they suggest ways to ease the emotional load by offering conversation choices and sharing relatable experiences, highlighting the importance of being there without smothering.
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Smooth Family Road Trip
- Lucy drove her family from Miami to North Carolina and enjoyed a drama-free trip exploring trails and wildlife.
- She credits packing strategy and outdoor activities for keeping teens engaged and pleasant.
UK Trip And A Supportive Voicemail
- Elizabeth rented a car in the UK and managed roundabouts to visit Stonehenge with her kids.
- A friend left a voicemail praising the kids' behavior, which made Elizabeth feel supported.
Praise Small Wins Publicly
- Compliments about small parenting wins have outsized emotional impact.
- Calling to point out a good moment boosts a parent's morale during rough stretches.
