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.

What To Watch

“Turning Red” is the movie I wish I had at 13. I’m so glad our daughters have it.

Pretending puberty isn't happening doesn't make it stop.

Parenting

As California’s First Partner and a mother, here’s how I’m addressing tech addiction in kids

Conversation and connection are critical ingredients to building and sustaining healthy relationships between kids and technology.

Teen

My daughter has entered the tween years—and I’m not ready.

Parent-free outings, cell phones & social media are headed my way, and all I want to do is stop time.

Parenting

Your guide to age-appropriate responsibilities for toddlers to teens

When is your child old enough to choose their own clothes, make their own friends or clean their own messes? You might be surprised.

Teen Issues

My child is nonbinary—and I’m so proud

Our kids are challenging the gender binary. Here's how I supported mine (and grew in the process)

Parenting

Texas valedictorian goes off-script to shed light on her state’s abortion ban

Paxton Smith chose to use her platform to call out the Texas abortion ban, calling the legislation "de-humanizing."

Viral & Trending

Teen’s viral video shows there are unwritten rules for Black children in America

He reads his rules into the camera: "Don't put your hands in your pockets. Don't put your hoodie on. Don't be outside without a shirt on. Check in with your people, even if you're down the street."