Ep. 20 - Middle School Boys: what all MOOBs need to know

Ep. 20 - Middle School Boys: what all MOOBs need to know

From The MOOBment by The MOOBment mothers of only boys

June 9, 2026 · 49 min

About this episode

This episode discusses the challenges and changes boys face during middle school, featuring insights from educator Bridget KerMorris.

Middle school can feel like everything changes overnight. The sweet little boy who once told you everything suddenly becomes quieter, moodier, more independent… and sometimes completely confusing. In this episode of The MOOBment Podcast, Laurie sits down with educator and middle school expert Bridget KerMorris, parent coach, for an honest and reassuring MOOBversation about raising boys during the middle school years. They discuss:         •        emotional changes in boys         •        executive functioning and organization struggles         •        friendship dynamics and social pressure         •        confidence and self-esteem         •        screens, gaming, and motivation         •        natural consequences and independence         •        how moms can stay connected without pushing too hard Whether you’re parenting little boys and wondering what’s ahead, deep in the middle school trenches…

People in this episode

Host: Laurie

Guest: Bridget KerMorris

Topics covered

  • middle school boys
  • parenting
  • emotional changes
  • friendship dynamics
  • self-esteem
  • screens and gaming

Keywords

  • middle school
  • boys
  • parenting advice
  • emotional changes
  • friendship dynamics
  • self-esteem
  • screens
  • gaming

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