I can’t believe it took this long for a Teen Mom: The Next Chapter star to handle the intimacy talk like Briana did

Briana DeJesus from Teen Mom: The Next Chapter | Image via Instagram/ @_brianadejesus
Briana DeJesus from Teen Mom: The Next Chapter | Image via Instagram/ @_brianadejesus

I have been watching Teen Mom: The Next Chapter for a long time, and I can’t believe it took so long for someone to cover the how-babies-are-made talk as smoothly as Briana DeJesus did it with her daughter Nova in season 2, episode 30. I believed that Briana DeJesus handled this example with respect and thoughtfulness, deviating from the typical melodrama.

During the episode, Briana brings up the topic of intimacy, and Nova tells a story about how she saw a couple kissing at school. I feel Briana felt the need to seek professional advice in discussing this with her daughter, which I believe demonstrates her commitment to being an informed and sensitive parent. Her method, in my opinion, was courteous and age-appropriate, making sure Nova felt heard and encouraged.

I was impressed by Briana's readiness to address a difficult topic directly rather than sidestepping it or using fear tactics. This, in my opinion, provides a good model for other parents in like circumstances. In addition to educating her daughter, Briana builds trust by being forthright and honest about the subject. This episode, in my opinion, emphasized the value of communication as well as the cast members' growing maturity.


Briana’s bold approach to parenting: A refreshing shift in Teen Mom: The Next Chapter narratives

In Teen Mom: The Next Chapter's Season 2 Episode 30, Briana DeJesus made a positive move by talking about intimacy with her daughter, Nova. To handle this delicate subject, Briana decided to seek advice from an expert after Nova noticed a couple sharing a kiss at school. This proactive approach, in my opinion, demonstrates her dedication to providing Nova with accurate and age-appropriate information while fostering an atmosphere of openness and trust.

Briana added a baby simulator exercise to further show her commitment to helping Nova grasp responsibilities. Having to take care of a lifelike doll, Nova got a personal look at the difficulties of fatherhood. This practical approach, in my opinion, was a good way to teach Nova about the reality of adolescent parenting without exposing her to adult problems.

Beyond these instructional opportunities, Briana works hard. Regarding Nova's connection with her father, Devoin Austin, in particular, she has been actively involved in treating her emotional well-being. Briana has voiced concerns about Nova perhaps feeling abandoned as a result of Devoin's transfer out of state and decreased communication.

I believe that her consideration of Nova's emotional needs, which includes promoting therapy and candid conversations, exemplifies a parenting style that is holistic and places a high value on mental and emotional well-being.

I believe that Briana's comprehensive approach, which combines emotional support, experiential learning, and open communication, represents a substantial shift in the parenting narratives commonly depicted in the Teen Mom: The Next Chapter series. In addition to helping Nova, her efforts establish a standard for handling delicate subjects with tact and maturity. This episode, in my opinion, emphasizes how crucial it is for reality TV to depict real-life struggles and development through changing parenting styles.


Watch all the episodes of Teen Mom: The Next Chapter Season 2 on MTV.

Edited by Ishita Banerjee