Moms.com - Teenagers

Self-Esteem-Boosting Affirmations For Teen Boys

Deb Goncalves — Wed, 16 Nov 2022 18:31:12 GMT

Raising children is about a lot more than just making sure they have food to eat, clothes to wear, and that they are in great physical health. Mom has to make sure that her children are healthy and maintain good mental health, and that can be the most challenging thing of all.

Healthy Snacks Even The Pickiest Teens Will Approve Of

Deb Goncalves — Mon, 14 Nov 2022 16:00:14 GMT

The health of our children is the top priority of most parents out there, and this doesn’t end when they are out of diapers. It is likely that moms will continue to care about their child’s health when they are all grown into teenagers and beyond.

Driving Distractions That Teens Need To Avoid

Deb Goncalves — Sun, 13 Nov 2022 17:00:13 GMT

Raising teenagers is difficult, and it is not for the faint of heart. This is all new territory for parents, as their children grow up and start to explore the world on their own. As hard as teenagers can be for parents, we have to realize that it is a hard time for them too.

Clues Teens Found Their Career Path

Marah Vaillancourt — Tue, 08 Nov 2022 16:00:13 GMT

With increasing autonomy comes increasing responsibility. Teenagers have always been under great pressure to have it all figured out by age seventeen when they're applying to college. Remember when you were seventeen - you probably thought you knew everything. We all did at that age! In retrospect, it's crystal clear that we didn't have the slightest clue.

How To Encourage A Tween Boy To Stop Gaming & Get Outside

Sarah Zellner — Sat, 05 Nov 2022 17:00:13 GMT

There is a mass appeal in today's society for video games, especially among tween boys. The games are fun, the action is fast, and the challenges are enticing. However, when kids spend most of their time in front of screens, as most parents know, it's not good for them. Video games in particular have a poor effect on these unsuspecting tween boys.

After-School Clubs For High School Boys Who Are Intellectuals

Sarah Zellner — Sat, 05 Nov 2022 16:00:13 GMT

Getting teen boys involved with an after-school activity in high school can give them opportunities to explore their passions and connect with others who have similar interests. Kids make a lot of decisions in high school that prepare them for what they choose to do afterward, as adults. Being a part of student organizations or high school clubs is one of them.

Birthday Party Ideas For A TikTok-Loving Tween

Sarah Zellner — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 15:00:12 GMT

Boys and girls alike these days cannot seem to get enough TikTok. And while more and more influencers, brands, and businesses are starting to use TikTok for driving traffic, the majority of people still don't understand what the hype is all about. Maybe that is because, according to Statista, the majority of users on this platform range from 10-19.

Are Dating Apps Safe For Teens?

Sarah Zellner — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 17:00:13 GMT

Dating these days is much different for adults and young adults too. There is a dating app for everyone out there. Quick relationships, LGBTQ+ relationships, elderly relationships, and even farmers-only relationships. What about teen relationships, though? Yes. There are apps for teens too.

What To Do When Teen's Party Get Busted While You Are Out Of Town

Sarah Zellner — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 13:00:13 GMT

This is probably a fear of many teen parents, they go out of town and their kid has a party. Not only that, but the cops came too. An immediate reaction might be to freak out or flip out, or both without having all the details first. It's common, a lot of people do it. It's human nature.

Why Childhood Sports May Help Kids Succeed In Life

Sarah Zellner — Tue, 25 Oct 2022 17:01:13 GMT

As kids start getting bigger, parents might start considering enrolling them in a sport. So many sports are available from nearly the ages of 3-4 and go all the way through high school and beyond. Sports are so much more than seeing cute little toddlers running around on a soccer field, though. There are a lot of physical and mental benefits to them as well.

Stop Negotiating With Your Teen With These Tips

Sarah Zellner — Sun, 23 Oct 2022 17:00:11 GMT

Teenagers are something else. It's hard to believe sometimes, as adults, each of us went through that phase at one point. When it comes to negotiating with them, parents may take the stance of, "My way or the highway" or "Asked and Answered." Meaning, non-negotiable.

Differences Between Organic & Regular Pads Or Tampons

Kirstie Marie Landry — Sat, 22 Oct 2022 13:00:14 GMT

Choosing which products to use when it comes to one's health should be simple, but that is often not the case, especially when it comes to a persons' menstrual cycle. That is because there are so many pads, tampons, and cups to choose from, and it can feel a bit overwhelming. Furthermore, there are organic pads and tampons, which are a bit different from the regular pads and tampons one might see on store shelves.

Scary Halloween Party Games For Tweens & Teens

Larissa Marulli — Fri, 21 Oct 2022 12:00:13 GMT

Halloween is a favorite holiday for many, and there is no age limit to the fun. When our kids get to be tweens and teens, they may not be as into trick-or-treating or carving pumpkins as they once were. A Halloween party for tweens and teens full of scary games is a great way for your older kids to still celebrate this fun time in a safe way. For us moms, it can be a hard pill to swallow, but there are many ways that older kids and teens can still enjoy Halloween. It's truly a holiday for all ages.

Managing Periods: Tips For Girls With ADHD

Sarah Zellner — Sat, 15 Oct 2022 16:00:13 GMT

Whether you have had a menstrual cycle for 1 year or 10 years, it never gets less distracting. The hormonal imbalance, swelling, cramps, a girl going through it can't, not notice it. For girls also dealing with ADHD, it can be especially difficult.

Tips For Helping Your Child With ADHD Drive Safely

Sarah Zellner — Fri, 14 Oct 2022 16:00:13 GMT

The thought of a teenager driving is pretty nerve-wracking as it is, adding in ADHD might make parents even more nervous. Not that there is anything 'wrong' with them, parents just might need to watch for symptoms that could cause distracted or impulsive driving.

Selfies & Self-Esteem: What They’re Doing To Teens

Kirstie Marie Landry — Fri, 14 Oct 2022 14:00:12 GMT

There are a lot of trends that have started over the last few years, and it seems like taking a selfie is one of them. Lots of people of all ages do it. Even kids take lots of selfies. However, selfies can have a pretty serious impact on how one lives, and how they feel about themselves. That is especially true when it comes to teenagers since they are known to be very vulnerable. Selfies can impact teens in a number of ways.

What Teens Hear When Mom’s Lecturing (If They’re Listening At All)

Jessica Tucker — Mon, 10 Oct 2022 11:00:12 GMT

Trying to effectively communicate with teens can prove to be a difficult thing to do. When parents think they are imparting wisdom or are attempting to help teens to remember to do what is required of them, many times it can come across as a lecture. When teens feel like they are being lectured, they want nothing to do what is being expressed to them and may choose not to listen at all.

How To Help Your High Schooler Navigate New Classes, Stress & Teachers

Jessica Tucker — Sat, 08 Oct 2022 14:00:13 GMT

Preparing for high school can be challenging. High school is a time when teens are suddenly treated more as adults than they are children. When this happens, it can be difficult to learn to navigate new classes, handle newfound stressors, and deal with the personalities of teachers. As time goes on and strategies are developed and put into action, however, all of these things can be handled with grace and can help keep high schoolers motivated. But to get to that point, parents will have to help their high schoolers learn to navigate stress, new classes, and teachers because that is not something that can be done on the part of teens alone.

What To Do When Your Tween Is Addicted To Mature Content

Sarah Zellner — Fri, 07 Oct 2022 15:00:13 GMT

Mature content is something not many people talk about, despite the rampant infestation among adolescents. Quite a few parents have been put into a state of complete shock and bewilderment on finding out that their child has indeed come across mature content. It's all over these days, and due to the fact that the distributors seek out the vulnerable, that means children get included.

Autumn Crafting Ideas For Girls

Kirstie Marie Landry — Thu, 06 Oct 2022 16:00:13 GMT

Creating crafts can be really fun. It is a great way for one to express themselves, and one of the fun things about making crafts is that they can be made during any time of the year. Furthermore, people of all ages can usually find crafts that they enjoy creating. Also, creating crafts can be a great bonding experience for parents and their children. There are lots of fun fall themed crafts that girls will likely enjoy making.

Great Games For Tweens & Teens That Aren't Electronic

Sarah Zellner — Sat, 01 Oct 2022 14:00:12 GMT

It seems like tweens and teens are completely engulfed in electronics these days. It may be hard to believe, but there are still games out there that require no devices and help kids use their brains to figure things out. Not only that, it can be great for family and/or sibling bonding.

Stop Expecting So Much From Your Teen

Sarah Zellner — Tue, 27 Sep 2022 15:00:13 GMT

Teens these days are much different from generations past. They have grown up with smartphones, surfing the web, and social media. They are more complex; they grow up faster; they have real mental health problems that are more than just teenage drama. It's not a wonder we treat them more like adults.

Planning For College Starts Freshman Year Of High School

Jessica Tucker — Tue, 27 Sep 2022 13:00:13 GMT

Once teens make the transition from middle school into high school, things begin to get real. While it is still a place to have fun and be social, high school is the time when the resume for college is developed. Something that can start as early as freshman year. Gone are the days of the first year of high school being a "throw away year." Higher education has become so competitive that grades are counting more than ever. Extracurricular activities that are interest-based or sports-related count when it comes to getting into college or not. And while this can be stressful, it does not have to be. Especially if planning for college starts freshman year of high school.

Milestones Of A Self-Sufficient Teenager

Sarah Zellner — Sun, 25 Sep 2022 15:00:12 GMT

Tweens and teens face a lot of different challenges facing them. As they continue to progress through adolescence, it's important they have a good support system. They may think they can find their own way, and maybe they can go through some issues, but other times they still need guidance.

How To Build Self-Confidence In A Shy High School Boy

Jessica Tucker — Mon, 19 Sep 2022 16:00:12 GMT

When it comes to shy teens, most people automatically think of teen girls facing declining self-confidence that causes them to be shy. But just as teen girls can be shy, so can teen boys. In order for teen boys to build their confidence, they need to be willing to change, they need to be willing to put themselves out there and maybe even get a bit uncomfortable in the process. Once this is done several times, however, the discomfort lessens and teen boys find themselves in different social situations they may never have imagined they would be in. All because ways were found to build self-confidence in shy high school boys.

What Teen Moms Spend Most Of Their Time Doing

Sarah Zellner — Sun, 18 Sep 2022 17:15:12 GMT

Teen moms are moms aged 15-19. It is a process of "babies raising babies." Teenagers can barely take care of themselves yet are making risky decisions like having unprotected sex. The CDC reports, however, that the rate of teenage pregnancy has been declining since 1991. Still, roughly 16 out of 1,000 births in the US are from teenagers giving birth.

What Teen Anxiety Looks Like

Sarah Zellner — Fri, 16 Sep 2022 15:00:13 GMT

Everyone at some point will experience anxiety. It is not always the same kind of anxiety, though. Sometimes it shows up before a big presentation, or when someone is scared or fearful of something; but does it go away? When anxiety doesn't go away and becomes part of a person's everyday life, it is then that there might be a problem.

Why It's Okay If Your Teen Sometimes Says No To You

Sarah Zellner — Tue, 13 Sep 2022 16:00:12 GMT

Pressure. At some point all humans will feel pressure or be pressured for some reason. Making decisions under pressure doesn't always work out the best. According to Holly Blake, associate professor of Behavioral Science at The University of Nottingham, when people are pressured it causes the body to release stress hormones and go into a fight or flight response.

Uplifting A High Schooler Who's Ashamed Of Their Learning Disability

Jessica Tucker — Mon, 12 Sep 2022 12:00:12 GMT

Teens with learning disabilities do not want to be different. They would do anything to just blend in with the rest of their peers and just be "normal." But when there is a learning disability present, blending in during class becomes difficult. Because of this, teens may experience feelings of rebellion, anger, anxiety, or even depression when it comes to having a learning disorder. And that is why finding ways to uplift high schoolers who are ashamed of their learning disability is so important so that they realize that they may have a learning disability, but it does not define them.

Things Teens With Eating Disorders Want Parents To Know

Sarah Zellner — Sat, 10 Sep 2022 13:00:12 GMT

When a parent suspects something is off about their child, it can be alarming to find out it is an eating disorder. Society as a whole doesn't really know how eating disorders work, or even what eating disorders really are.

Latest Texting Slang Teens Are Using

Sarah Zellner — Sun, 04 Sep 2022 15:30:13 GMT

I don’t know about you, but for me, a mother of three tweens and a teen, I hear a lot of things come out of my boys' mouths that I have never heard before. While a lot of it is harmless like, “sus,” “bet,” or “bussin” there are some that do pose a potential threat.

Healthy Diets For Teen Boys Building Muscle Mass

Sarah Zellner — Mon, 29 Aug 2022 17:00:13 GMT

Do you have a teenage boy trying to take his health into his own hands? Maybe he is eating differently, lifting weights, and exercising more. Looking good is on top of a lot of teenage boys' to-do lists, but there is one thing they might be forgetting about.

Ways To Keep Teen Boys Emotionally Healthy

Ashley Wehrli — Sat, 27 Aug 2022 16:00:13 GMT

Mom will always care about the health of her children, boys or girls, and she makes sure that they have everything they need to grow and develop. However, it is easy to overlook the emotional health of children as they spend so much time focusing on their physical health.

10 Protein-Packed Breakfast Foods For Teens Entering High School

Ashley Wehrli — Fri, 26 Aug 2022 15:00:13 GMT

It is easy to look at a teenager and think that they are about fully grown. That their large growth spurts are over now, and that not much is going to happen from now until full adulthood. However, that may not be entirely true. Teenagers are still growing and developing, and this means that they need the right nutrients to help them.

What You Might Not Be Prepared For With A Teenage Boy

Sarah Zellner — Fri, 26 Aug 2022 11:00:13 GMT

If you currently have a teenage boy in your life, you might be asking yourself, "What exactly is going on here, and will I survive?" Teenage boys' brains are not fully developed yet at this point, they are nearly driven by hormonal and biological changes alone. Puberty. This accounts for the erratic mood swings and the massive fluctuation in impulse control.

How To Parent Teens From Teen's POV

Jessica Tucker — Sat, 20 Aug 2022 15:00:13 GMT

If parents are honest, they will admit that they do not know what they are doing all the time when it comes to parenting teens. Between mood swings, the desire for independence, and push back on rules, in conjunction with having moments of needing parents and wanting structure, it is enough for parents to be in a state of whiplash.

What It Means To Disagree Respectfully (Teen Edition)

Jessica Tucker — Thu, 18 Aug 2022 15:00:13 GMT

When teens choose to disagree respectfully, it is because they have matured to the point where they are able to understand that not everyone is going to find a way to agree on a topic. And that is okay. As long as both sides mutually agree that there may not be a common ground for the opposing point of view but can respect that everyone is entitled to their opinions, relationships can be saved during the teen years. All because teenagers learned what it means to disagree respectfully.

What To Do When You've Suddenly Realized You Can't Control Your Teen

Ashley Wehrli — Tue, 16 Aug 2022 14:00:13 GMT

Teenagers are in a very tricky stage of development. They think they are ready to be on their own, but they are not quite done developing. They are trying to navigate a life that can be very confusing, and overwhelming. They have school, work and a social life. They are also trying to figure out who they are in this world, and this can all spell trouble.

Tips For Teens Dealing With Parents' Divorce

Jessica Tucker — Sun, 14 Aug 2022 14:00:13 GMT

When parents get divorced, it can blindside teens completely. Parents seemed to get along, there was not any fighting, and everything appeared to be status quo in the home. There are also those teens who saw a divorce coming from a mile away and were surprised it took as long as it did to happen. Both ways require teens to cope with the changes that are going to come from their lives as a result of divorce, leading them to look for tips for dealing with parents' divorce, from as many sources as possible.

How To Build A Relationship Between Teen & Grandparent

Jessica Tucker — Sat, 13 Aug 2022 17:00:13 GMT

For those who have grown up with their grandparents in their daily lives, there is a strong relationship that has formed. Those who do not live near their grandparents can still have a bond but it takes more effort on the part of grandparents, parents, and kids alike to make sure that happens. But when kids become teenagers, regardless of whether grandparents live near or far, the dynamics of the relationship can change with busy schedules that do not allow for the same quality time. And that is when the two parties have to come together to determine ways to build a relationship between parents and teens.

Can A Child Donate Blood?

Ashley Wehrli — Sun, 07 Aug 2022 14:00:13 GMT

No parent wants to see their child in need of emergency medical services, however, it happens every day. While this may be at the back of mom’s mind, she is constantly thinking about it. However, she is also thinking of the health of the whole family, and maybe even strangers.

Rules To Teach Teens About Driving At Night

Ashley Wehrli — Tue, 02 Aug 2022 17:00:13 GMT

Being a teenager can be complicated. They are trying to navigate this world while dealing with a rapidly changing body and mind. They are trying to find themselves in this world, and who they are as their own person. This can be incredibly challenging.

Non-Binary Child Going Through Puberty Parenting Tips

Megan Glosson — Mon, 01 Aug 2022 16:01:13 GMT

Puberty can be a real struggle for any child. Between hormones and other body changes, it can be scary and confusing. In fact, many kids find puberty to be the most difficult time in their lives. However, non-binary children going through puberty face many unique issues that parents may or may not feel prepared to handle. So, if you're a parent dealing with a child going through puberty, you'll want to explore these 10 tips

Later School Start Time Is Beneficial For Kids

Jessica Tucker — Mon, 25 Jul 2022 14:00:13 GMT

Later school start time is beneficial for kids and California thinks so too. This is because starting this school year, middle and high school students will be starting school later. A move that was made to ensure that tweens and teens get more sleep. Something that they have been lacking, which not only affects their energy levels but mental health as well.

Books For Astrology-Obsessed Teen Girls

Jessica Tucker — Sun, 10 Jul 2022 15:00:12 GMT

Astrology is a way for people to predict how they will behave and feel based on the position of the planets and stars, according to VeryWell Mind. As such, it makes sense that teenage girls might be drawn to learning more about astrology to find out how compatible they are with their latest crushes, which days are lucky, and which days may be problematic.

Teenagers Not Getting Enough Physical Activity Every Day

Ashley Wehrli — Wed, 29 Jun 2022 13:00:13 GMT

A study was done that found that the majority of teenagers are not getting enough physical activity every day. Teenagers are a challenge for a lot of parents out there, but it is not always easy to be a teenager. They are trying to find a balance between school, work, family, and social life, and they are also trying to find themselves. They are trying to figure out who they are outside their parents, and what is important to them. They also grew up in the age of technology, and this meant that they have a tendency to spend a lot of time on sedentary behaviors, like watching TV and playing on the computer.

LGBTQ+ Teen Resources

Megan Glosson — Fri, 03 Jun 2022 15:00:13 GMT

Although the LGBTQ+ community is receiving more attention and support than ever before, many LGBTQ+ teens still struggle to find the support and resources they need. When teens don't feel supported and accepted, their mental health quickly declines. However, it only takes one accepting person in their lives to make a difference for these kids.

Teenage Brains "Filter Out" Mom's Voice

Ashley Wehrli — Mon, 16 May 2022 12:00:13 GMT

A new study has found that teenagers' brains are “filtering out” mom’s voice, and we now know why they can never seem to hear us talking to them. There are a lot of things that we know about teenagers. We know that they are trying to navigate school, work, and their social life, and we also know that they are trying to find themselves in this world, apart from their parents. We also know that they never seem to listen. Mom can call them from downstairs, and they just won’t answer, until mom has lost her marbles and has run upstairs to retrieve them.

Easter Basket Ideas For Teens

Jessica Tucker — Fri, 01 Apr 2022 15:00:16 GMT

When people think about the Easter Bunny visiting, the image that comes to mind is little kids waking up in the morning excited by their baskets being filled with candy and treats and the egg hunt that is to follow. And while teenagers may be a bit too old to wander around and locate filled Easter eggs, one thing they will always enjoy is an Easter basket. As such, coming up with ideas for Easter baskets for teens that fit their personality or their tastes will make their day this Easter.