Tag Archive for: teenager

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
