Teens

In this season of graduations, parents are busy thinking of whatever is needed to prepare their graduate as they venture out on their own. Even as we go over the finer points of laundry and celebrate their achievements, we’ll...

Remember back in the day, when our parents would give us blank stares and eye rolls when we used the latest slang? Well, now it’s our turn. Middle schoolers these days have their own unique language, and it can...

According to Jon Kabat-Zinn (21st century mindfulness guru), “Mindfulness is paying attention in a particular way; on purpose, in the present moment, and non-judgmentally.” In other words, mindfulness is the practice of intentionally focusing on your current moment and not...

With school vacation week upon us, most parents of school-aged children are mentally drumming up creative ways to spend the days. Museums are usually at the top of my list and with Boston so close, I would be foolish...

My kids may have hit the jackpot with their grandparents. I consider myself lucky in that both my parents are still alive, as are my husband's parents. In another stroke of luck, we live within driving distance (3-4 hours...

Landing their first job is a landmark moment in the life of any teen — right after getting their driver's license! Whether learning how to manage money, wait tables or run a cash register, the life skills an after...

I'm a Youth Librarian so I am a bit biased about what I love. But if you haven't tried Young Adult Fiction, you are missing out! The characters are immensely complicated and their experiences complex (because let's face it,...

It's daunting. A little frustrating. Totally overwhelming. But, it's time. For whatever reason, it's time to find a therapist for your child. Below are five tips for finding the best mental health therapist for your child.  Contact your...

It's almost Christmas and you're in need of a last minute gift for your teenager. But what? Surely our 2020 Holiday Gift Guide has tons but I've got even more! Here Are 10 Last Minute Gift Ideas for Teens: Hydroflask:...

Buying gifts for teens is hard. I think everyone struggles with what to buy for kids who are too old for toys but too young for a lot of boring adult gifts. I always want to get something they...