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Understanding what your daughter is going through as she transitions from being a girl to being a woman is often difficult - for you and for her. You want her to thrive. You know you have knowledge she needs. Overheard
 When the mother spoke to her daughter, the girl simply responded, "Mom." The conversation ended. The mother said to me, "It's like she doesn't hear me." What is happening here? Is the daughter listening; does she hear her mother? Yes, she hears her mother. She hears every word. She may feign disinterest but there's a good chance she will hold onto the wisdom the mother shared with her. Do be cautious and try not to lecture your daughter. If you do she probably will block you out. Find a different way to share your bits of wisdom. Try telling her a story. Or ask her opinion about something and then share your thoughts. It can help if you talk about things that aren't so directly related to her.  Girls do want to learn from those who have "been there." You have much to offer. Keep talking to your daughter. Keep trying. Much of it does get through. She's likely to pretend that it doesn't but it does.