Teen

Talking to teens about suicide and self-harm can save lives

But there are insidious myths that often prevent parents from having these conversations.

To my tween: I miss who you were, but love who you’re becoming

“When you were young, we shared everything—kisses, hugs, my favorite comfy living-room lazy-boy, even my bed on most nights when you were scared of the dark and needed Mommy. That was then.”

Florida bill would ban girls from talking about their periods in school

Many girls get their first periods before sixth grade.

My daughter is 10—the average age children receive a smartphone

The Wait Until 8th founder shares her reasons for starting the pledge to delay smartphones until at least 13.

Kids should be getting the HPV vaccine at age 9, experts say

“We don’t have any other vaccine that prevents cancer.”

TikTok says they’re implementing a new time limit for users under 18

If you have a TikTok-obsessed kid, here’s some good news: the famous…

The youth mental health crisis is improving—slightly, CDC says

Here are 6 ways parents can help.

A Florida mom is fighting against the menstrual cycle reporting mandate for teen athletes

Many parents are outraged that this information wouldn't be kept confidential.

Struggling to communicate with your teen? You might be making this classic mistake

Good intentions, even those around communication, only go so far with teens.

How to talk to your teen about substance use

The short answer is: early, often, accurately and with kindness.

Should I let my kid play football? Doctors and parents weigh in

Damar Hamlin’s collapse sparked discussions surrounding the safety of contact sports and our children.

Birth control linked to higher rates of depression in teens with ADHD

Young women with ADHD who took the pill were 6 times more likely to develop depression than those without ADHD who also took birth control.

To the mama uncertain about navigating the teenage years with her daughter

We’re sailing in uncharted waters, and much of the time, these hormone-ridden waters feel anything but serene.

How to let your teenager make mistakes

The key is to make the shift from your instinctive desire to protect or rescue your teenager, to the long term goal of their personal development.

5 ways to teach your teenager the value of finances

Providing your teen with these learning opportunities plants the seed for their financial awareness to grow.

Teens need more sleep—and using bright light therapy could help

Adolescents need 8 to 10 hours of shut-eye for optimal physical health, emotional wellbeing, and strong academic performance.

Is it OK to go through your kid’s phone?

Doctors weigh in on this sensitive topic.

10 easy meals your tween can make themself

Empowering your child to cook for themselves is an all-around win.

After Roe, a pediatrician shares how the health of America’s teens are at risk

Unplanned pregnancies are universally upending for teens, but the protections Roe v. Wade afforded guaranteed they didn't have to be life-defining or even life-ending.

Paul Rudd sweetly comforts a young fan after bullies refused to sign his yearbook

“It’s important to remember that even when life is tough that things get better."