While there is merit in young people spending more time offline, and there are real concerns about the impact of social media on wider society, it’s not clear that outright prohibition will achieve what is hoped for. Here are ten reasons a blanket ban is not the answer.
Parents have long been warned about the dangers of screen time and digital devices before bed – but do screens really hurt the length and quality of sleep?
Are you doing too much for your teenage child? Do you worry that they're not taking enough personal responsibility? Here's a rundown of some of the things that you may wish to consider when instilling your teen with some added responsibility and building those life skills. Use them all, pick out a few, or ignore the lot - it's your choice.
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Doing a leaflet round with the old family stroller piled high, mowing neighbours lawns, or babysitting are a rite of passage for many and is a great way to earn a bit of money as well as learn about how to be a good worker. So what do you and your child need to know about getting their first part time job?
The first six to 12 months of driving alone are the most risky, so we've picked up some tips to help parents guide their teen driver to stay safe on the roads.
When your teen is ready for some independence, ensure they are armed with at least a small repertoire of easy dinners that they can make themselves.
Whether you start building these skills up from their tween years (or earlier), or you do a last minute dash before they fly the coop, here's some of the life skills that will stand them in good stead.
If children or young people have been exposed to the footage of the Christchurch attack, they can be upset or confused about what they may have seen.
Know how to talk to your teens about Instagram with Netsafe's new Parent’s Guide to Instagram including tips to help parents understand the tools available to make sure their experience is positive, inspirational and safe.
Do you know what the legal ages are that apply to kids and youth, for things like getting a job, being responsible for crime, or being left home alone?
You’d be surprised how many girls aren’t prepared for their first periods and how much misinformation about menstruation they retain.
Educating girls and boys about periods is essential to promoting self-esteem and healthy body images in both sexes.
When it comes to alcohol, it's important to put up a united front as parents.
Setting boundaries related to alcohol consumption can be some of the most challenging of all parent to teen talks. Dr Justin Coulson offers some advice on how to handle the issue.
Peer pressure can influence teens to do something they wouldn’t usually do or stop them from doing something they would like to do.
Puberty creates some interesting challenges for teenagers and their parents. One of the most ‘interesting’ of these challenges is the crazy rush of hormones that can drive our teens boy- or girl-crazy.
Every boy is different, but below are some of the most common changes to look out for to help you know when your son is entering puberty.
Most children will have picked up things from the media or from whispers in the playground about sex, so parents need to have a frank discussion so their children are getting reliable information.
Have a teen itching to drive? This guide tells you the steps you have to go through, how you can help, and where you can get advice.
Remember when you first had a girl or boyfriend? Here are our top tips to help you communicate with your teen about their first love.
A new report suggests that sexting is rife amongst teens. Should parents be worried about this and what can we do about it?
"She sat by the huge array and quite overwhelmed, smelt every deodorant I handed to her. After sniffing approximately 26, she settled on one with an oddly grown up name that makes her giggle a lot."
Having the sex talk can be a little tricky, but it is important you talk to your teen as it is just another way to help teach them to protect themselves as they grow up and become adults.
Depression amongst teenagers is believed to be at similar rates to adults. Dr Justin Coulson explains the danger signs to look for.
As your child moves towards being a teenager, they may have self-esteem issues. Find parenting advice on how to raise a psychologically healthy teenager.
The best way to prevent acne scarring is to prevent breakouts. But, if scarring does occur, there are steps you can take to treat them.
We drum into our kids that they need to talk, to somebody they trust, just get it out … but are we really letting go enough to allow them to do that?
Getting a first period can be an exciting milestone in a young girl's life. But what if it happens when she's out and about, away from you? Find out what to include in their first period kit.
Discover what causes acne in teenage or tween skin, and if diet, stress or hormones are the cause of pimples. Learn how to treat acne in hormonal skin.
