Tweens & Teens

Middle school is rough...
By Megan LaCreta

A Former Teacher Reveals 4 Things She Wished She Could've Told Parents

This former teacher shares a few things parents should know about their middle schoolers, that she could never have revealed while still in her job.

Parenting

This Stepmom Wants Her Husband To Stay Home With His Bio Kids Whenever They're Around

He would rather go out and play poker.

Portrait of a nervous teen girl looking at her smartphone. Teenagers have become more likely to say ...
Always on that damn phone

Study: Nearly Half Of Teens Think Social Media Worsens Mental Health

A growing number of teens believe that social media has a negative impact on their generation's mental health, but most don't think they are personally affected.

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So Your Tween Is Asking For Their First Signature Fragrance

A dermatologist explains how to find perfumes and colognes safe for young skin.

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Protect Queer Kids

The Trevor Project Finds LGBTQ+ Youth At Higher Risk Of Economic Insecurity

Queer young people more likely to experience food insecurity, houselessness, and unmet needs than straight and cis peers.

not alone

A Mom Admitted To Feeling Alone In Her Regret Of Motherhood

Surprisingly, she was met with much support on Reddit.

Middle school is rough...
By Megan LaCreta

A Former Teacher Reveals 4 Things She Wished She Could've Told Parents

This former teacher shares a few things parents should know about their middle schoolers, that she could never have revealed while still in her job.

Parenting
By Katie Garrity

This Stepmom Wants Her Husband To Stay Home With His Bio Kids Whenever They're Around

He would rather go out and play poker.

Always on that damn phone
By Megan LaCreta

Study: Nearly Half Of Teens Think Social Media Worsens Mental Health

A growing number of teens believe that social media has a negative impact on their generation's mental health, but most don't think they are personally affected.

*spritz spritz*
By Katie McPherson

So Your Tween Is Asking For Their First Signature Fragrance

A dermatologist explains how to find perfumes and colognes safe for young skin.

Protect Queer Kids
By Jamie Kenney

The Trevor Project Finds LGBTQ+ Youth At Higher Risk Of Economic Insecurity

Queer young people more likely to experience food insecurity, houselessness, and unmet needs than straight and cis peers.

not alone
By Katie Garrity

A Mom Admitted To Feeling Alone In Her Regret Of Motherhood

Surprisingly, she was met with much support on Reddit.

Freezin' For a Reason
By Samantha Darby

Why Are Teens Doing The Ice Bucket Challenge Again?

The social media awareness move is taking over feeds again — and your kids are tagging their friends.

just right
By Sarah Aswell

A Mom Needs Recommendations: Great Netflix Shows For 13-Year-Old Girls

There's seems to be so little good television for this age group, but here are some great picks.

Parenting
By Katie Garrity

Disney World Mom Nicki Marie Brings A Double Stroller For Her 8- & 10-Year-Olds

“Just know that your teenager wants to sit in the younger sibling’s stroller...”

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By Megan LaCreta

Can Tweens and Teens Get Breast Reductions? This Plastic Surgeon Says Yes: Here’s How

Surgery is not the solution for every person, but it might be right for your teen.