Teen Issues

From anxiety to alcohol and self-esteem to lack of sleep, the teenage years can be challenging. Navigate the changes with Motherly’s expert-backed resources.

Teen Issues

Helping my young teen cope with middle school

The world is not a safe place for an adolescent girl, and she needs me to be her soft landing and her lifeline.

Teen Issues

How to create a safe space with your teen

Think of suicide prevention as not just talking about the subject of suicide but creating an ongoing environment of open and honest communication at home.

Teen Issues

Neurodiverse teens face challenges in romantic relationships: Here’s how to support them

Learning to navigate romantic relationships is difficult for everyone, but being neurodiverse can add an extra layer of challenge.

Teen Issues

How to talk to a teenager—and get them to talk to you

There's so much in the world that can be unpleasant to talk about, but it's almost always worse to leave things unsaid.

Safety

What parents need to know about the new ‘sextortion’ cases with teens

An expert shares how to help your teen navigate an online world.

Teen Activities

5 must-know college admissions tips, according to a branding expert

Ready to crack the code to college acceptance? Here’s your guide.

Motherly Stories

To the mama whose baby flew the nest

When our kids leave the nest, they aren’t the only ones who have new opportunities and possibilities ahead. As parents, we do too.

Children's Health

The Surgeon General’s social media advisory is a wake-up call for parents

“Our children have become unknowing participants in a decades-long experiment,” US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy wrote.

Teen Issues

APA releases new guidelines on teen social media use: What parents need to know

The 10 recommendations are meant to offer some clarity at a time when many teens across the country are in crisis.

Teen Issues

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.

News

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.

Teen Issues

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

Doctors weigh in on this sensitive topic.