Teens

Guiding special-needs girls through puberty

Helping girls navigate puberty can be awkward regardless of the circumstances, but families raising special-needs kids have additional challenges. Here's some guidance.

E-cigarettes: What parents need to know

If your teenager is using e-cigarettes ("vaping"), don't brush it off, thinking it's not as bad as regular smoking. E-cigs carry risks of their own.

Southern moms know best

In honor of Mother’s Day, we’ve compiled some good-for-your-soul advice from your Southern mom.

Strategies to help prevent teen smoking

The best way to discourage your kids from smoking is to not smoke yourself. But beyond role modeling, there are other tactics to try.

The cost of too much screen time for your teen or tween

Too much screen time can have negative effects, but parents can take precautions.

Puberty: What to expect in boys

Knowing which changes are normal will help parents guide sons through puberty.

Puberty: What to expect in girls

Be prepared to help your daughter through puberty by knowing what to expect.

Parents: Talk to your teens about ‘dewshine’

Tennessee Poison Center warns about the dangers of 'Dewshine' as first cases of illness, deaths reported to the state.

4 things you can learn from your grandparents

Take a cue from Grandma and Grandpa; they know a thing or two about healthy living.