Helen

Colourful midlife mum to two teens. Determined not to do as she's told and slide off into invisible old age. Much cooler at 50 than she was at 15. Host of the Teenage Kicks podcast, about mental health for teenagers.

A weekend in the South Downs

Weekend in the South Downs: The lodges at Watercress Lodges resemble the old railway cottages of the steam train line they overlook

A weekend away in the South Downs makes a perfect break for families or adults. Watercress Lodges and campsite is less than 2 hours from London, and has the Watercress Line steam train line on its doorstep – fun for children and train geeks!

Good podcasts for teenagers

If your teen likes listening to podcasts, here's a great list of good podcasts for teenagers they might like to try.

Does your teen listen to podcasts? If not, they’re missing out. Here’s a list of good podcasts for teenagers, compiled by a teen.

Tips for coping with Raynauds

Tips for Rauynaud's disease

Raynaud’s disease: what it is, how to recognise it, and what to do about it. Learn the symptoms of Raynaud’s – from white fingers to chilblains – and get tips for coping.

How to cope with teenage acne

Sarah talks about severe acne in teenagers, what helps, and how parents can support their teens with acne.

Is acne getting your teenager down? Sarah Wood – severe acne sufferer – joins me on this episode of the podcast to talk about her experience, and how she’s helped her own teenagers with severe acne.

Don’t write off “woo-woo” approaches to teen anxiety

EFT tapping for teen anxiety

EFT tapping for anxiety in teens. This article and podcast explains what tapping is, how it works and the benefits of tapping. Read a step by step guide to EFT tapping for beginners, and listen to a live session to see how tapping reduces anxiety instantly.

A very special 18th birthday gift for book lovers

What do you get a book lover for their 18th birthday? Here's the ultimate gift

What do you get for an 18 year old’s birthday that will be remembered forever? Well, if you have a book lover, this is the perfect gift. Check out what we did, and which books will delight your own bookworm

Should you worry when your teen starts dating?

When your teen starts dating it can be a difficult time as a parent as we second guess ourselves in relation to how involved we should get. Here are some of the red flags we should look for when we suspect our teenager is in a problematic relationship.

First jobs for teenagers – what to do and how to get the job!

A job in a restaurant or café is the perfect first job for teenagers

It can feel daunting trying to get your first job, so we’ve rounded up a list of the best first jobs for teenagers to give you some ideas. Plus, we give you handy hints and tips on how to get the job – from what to put on your CV to how to handle the interview.

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