Family Support Blog #43 – Building Confidence and Self-Esteem in Tweens and Teens

Our latest CHEXS Family Support blog explores building confidence and self-esteem in tweens and teens. We look at the pressures young people face, from social media and comparison to worries about fitting in, and share practical ways parents and carers can help young people feel valued, connected and “enough” just as they are.

Breaking Barriers Blog: From Kirkby to Waltham Cross

Following on from the Breaking Barriers blog series this blog looks at recent conversations about the North and South and connecting to team UK.

Family Support Blog #42 – August 2026: Preparing Teens for Life Beyond School

This month we are looking at preparing teenagers heading towards adulthood and life beyond school. Teaching them about problem solving and cooking meals to thinking about budgeting and planning.

Family Support Blog #41 – July 2026: Summer Routines for Older Children

This July we are heading into the summer holidays were staying in bed all day or only sitting on devices seem like all there is to do for some young people, here are some tips to help.

Family Support Blog #40 – June 2026: Supporting Independence While Staying Connected

This June we support families to nurture growing independence in children and young people while maintaining the strong connections that help them feel safe, confident and supported.

Family Support Blog #39 – May 2026: Talking to Teens About Risk Taking and Decision Making

This May2026 is a supportive guide for parents on talking to young people about risk taking, including vaping, alcohol, online behaviour and peer pressure. Build open communication.

Family Support Blog #38 – April 2026: Managing Stress and Pressure Around Exams and Assessments

This April 2026 is all about exam time and how best to support your child through this sometimes challenging time in their life......

Family Support Blog #37 – March 2026: Helping Tweens and Teens Build Healthy Friendships

This March 2026 read our blog about helping your tweens and teens build healthy friendships

Family Support Blog #36 – February 2026: Understanding Teen Emotions and Mood Swings

This February 2026 read our blog about understanding teen emotions and mood swings from our family support team

Family Support Blog #35 – January: Setting Family Goals for the New Year

This January Family Support Blog is about reflecting on the past year and working together as a family to set goals for the year ahead.

Family Support Blog #34 – December: Coping with Financial Pressures During the Festive Season

This December's Family Support Blog is about coping with Financial Pressures During the Festive Season

Family Support Blog #33 – November: Managing Screen Time & Promoting Offline Activities

This November's Family Support Blog is about, how to managing screen time and giving tips and ideas on activities that could be done outdoors and indoors individually or as a family