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Jools Oliver opens up about the difficulties of parenting teenagers

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  • Jools Oliver described parenting her teenage daughter as "brutal" and "heartbreaking", noting her 16-year-old is currently not "particularly warm" to her.
  • She explained that this dynamic is common between girls and their mothers in later teenage years, a phase she has experienced before.
  • Jamie Oliver acknowledged his wife's personal take on the situation but stated he has learned to step back.
  • The celebrity chef also discussed a shift in his relationship with his eldest son, Buddy, 15, who has a burgeoning culinary career.
  • Jamie admitted Buddy might be resisting his influence, despite his own excitement at having a "partner in crime" in cooking.
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