Does Your Daughter Know You Like Her? Not Just Love Her? [Ep. 78]

How to Keep Your Daughter Close: 3 Communication Habits Every Mom Needs

What helps create a strong mother-daughter relationship that lasts into adulthood? In this episode, Brittney shares three foundational principles every daughter wants from her mom: to be loved, heard, and supported. Drawing from her experience as a therapist working with teenage girls and families, she explains how communication—not perfection—is the key to building trust and connection.

Whether you're raising a young child, a tween, or a teenager, you'll learn practical ways to strengthen your relationship now so your daughter continues to turn to you as she grows.

A special guest also makes a surprise appearance as Brittany's five-year-old daughter shares her thoughts on flowers, growing, and why everything needs a little care.

With this episode you’ll be able to:

The three things every daughter wants from her motherWhy daughters need to feel liked, not just lovedHow listening more than talking builds trustThe importance of allowing age-appropriate mistakesThe "potted plant" analogy for becoming a safe, trusted parentSupporting the unique daughter in front of you instead of your expectationsWhy your relationship today shapes your relationship in adulthood

Connect with Brittney:

Instagram: @theBrittneyScottWebsite: www.brittneymscott.comConsultation to work with BrittneyFree Resources

Key Takeaways:

Love your daughter for who she is, not who you expected her to be.Show genuine interest in her hobbies, passions, and personality.Listen without immediately fixing, correcting, or interrupting.Give your daughter room to learn through safe mistakes.Be emotionally steady so she feels safe bringing difficult conversations to you.Support her growth as she discovers who she is.

Memorable Quotes"Every daughter wants to be loved, heard, and supported."

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