Text Prompts

📱 Text Message Prompts for Parents Reconnecting After Release

1. "Hey, what’s something that made you laugh this week?"

2. "If you could eat anything right now, what would it be?"

3. "What’s the best song you’ve heard lately? I wanna listen too."

4. "I was thinking about you today. What’s one thing you’re looking forward to this month?"

5. "Can I ask: What’s something you wish I knew about how you’re feeling?"

6. "What’s something you’re proud of right now — even if it’s small?"

7. "I’m still learning how to be a better parent. Can I ask how I can support you better?"

8. "What’s a memory you have of us that makes you smile?"

9. "If we hung out this weekend, what would you want to do?"

10. "I might not say it perfectly, but I’m here and I care. You doing okay?"

These are designed to:

• Keep the conversation light, not loaded

• Invite dialogue, not demand it

• Leave space for the child to respond honestly