BraveFace Jr Stay Cool Spray | Review
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10 reasons why banning social media for New Zealanders under 16 is a bad idea – and will affect adults too
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.
It’s almost impossible to keep teens off their phones in bed – but new research shows it really does affect their sleep
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?
Stop Doing These Things For Your Teenage Children
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.
Easy Meals Teens Can Make Themselves
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.
Life Skills Every Teen Needs Before Leaving Home
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.
What Parents Need to Know About Instagram
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.
Teen sexuality: When teens go boy/girl crazy
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.
Stages of puberty in boys
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.
Dispel the myths about the birds & the bees
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.
A guide to teaching your teenager to drive
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.
Surviving Your Teen’s First Love
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.
Reusable Menstrual Products
Lots of women however, are looking at something a little different and giving reusable menstrual products a go. What are the options if you want to try reusable sanitary products?
The danger signs of teenage depression
Depression amongst teenagers is believed to be at similar rates to adults. Dr Justin Coulson explains the danger signs to look for.
Raising a psychologically healthy teenager
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.