MomLogic :: teen

Saturday, July 26, 2008

Why I Hate My Teen

Guest blogger Marilyn Kentz says: Do you live with teenagers? Intense, isn't it? Well, that's where they should be living -- in tents! It's very weird how one minute you love them, nurture them and protect them -- the next thing you know, you hate them. And they hate you.

Friday, July 25, 2008

'American Teen' Review

Most moms -- us included -- are simply too old to know what's really going on with teens. (And our teenagers would certainly never tell us.) So we sent our college intern to find out if this buzzed-about movie, opening this weekend, is the real deal.

Mom Saves for Teen's Boob Job

Emma's mom, Ashley, works five cleaning jobs to bankroll her 15-year-old's extreme beauty regime -- so her daughter can be a model. Is Emma's mother supportive -- or screwing her up?

Back to (New) School

Whether your child is moving to a new neighborhood or making the leap to middle or high school, the first few weeks of a new school can shake the confidence of even the most self-assured tween or teen. Here are 10 ways to help them cope.

Wednesday, July 23, 2008

Are Schools Safe for Gay Kids?

The cover story of Newsweek magazine explores the life and death of Lawrence King, the openly gay 15-year-old California eighth grader who was murdered by a 14-year-old classmate in February. King had said publicly that he was gay and often endured harassment from a group of schoolmates. Kids like Lawrence are coming out younger and younger these days. Are schools ready to handle it?

Get Your Kid Off the Couch!

With childhood obesity now at its highest, inspiring kids to exercise is no small feat. Pediatrician Dr. Cara Natterson has tips for motivating those rugrats to exercise and get fit, for every age and stage.

Tuesday, July 22, 2008

Study: 15-Year-Olds are Couch Potatoes

A new study finds that fewer than a third of 15-year-olds meet minimal exercise standards. In fact, 90% of 9-year-olds exercise a couple of hours per day -- but less than 3% of 15-year-olds do. Are video games and television to blame? Pediatrician Dr. Cara Natterson says yes.

Monday, July 21, 2008