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DofE Bronze Kit List: What Your Teen Actually Needs for Their Expedition

August 24 by Sabina Green
DofE Bronze Essential Expedition Kit List

Preparing for a Bronze DofE expedition? This practical DofE Bronze kit list covers what your teenager really needs, what they can leave at home, how to keep their rucksack lightweight and the lessons we’ve learned as parents.

Categories Teenagers Tags Duke of Edinburgh, hiking, teenager

Coleman Kobuk Valley 2 vs 3 Plus: A Teen’s First Tent

August 17 by Sabina Green
Kobuk Valley 3 Plus

We tested the Coleman Kobuk Valley 2 and Kobuk Valley 3 Plus on two UK camping trips. Here is how they compare for space, portability, festivals and teenagers learning to camp independently.

Categories UK Family Travel, Camping Tags camping, Coleman, festival camping, teenager, tents

Screen Time Management Teens 2026: A Practical Guide for Parents and Carers

March 23 by Sabina Green
Screen Time Management Teens 2026: A Practical Guide for Parents and Carers

Learn how to manage teen screen time in 2026 with expert tips, rules, and mental health guidance for parents.

Categories Teen Development, Teenagers Tags mental health, screen time, teenager

Smart Money Moves: Top Tips for Managing, Saving and Growing Your Finances as a Student

January 21January 16 by Sabina Green
growing your finances as a student

Manage your student finances with practical tips for budgeting, saving, earning extra money, and building healthy long‑term money habits.

Categories Teenagers, Financial Advice Tags finance advice, students, teenager

From Eye Rolls to High Fives: A Quick Guide to Supporting Your Teen

December 3 by Sabina Green
supporting your teens

Navigate the teen years with grace! This guide offers tips on listening, setting boundaries, preparing for real-world scenarios, and celebrating successes.

Categories Parenting Tags parenting tips, teenager, teenagers

From Sleepovers to Late Nights: Age-Appropriate Freedom for Teenagers 

November 17 by Sabina Green
Age-Appropriate Freedom for Teenagers

Navigate the journey of teenage freedom! Discover age-appropriate boundaries, rideshare safety, and tips for preparing teens for adult independence.

Categories Teenagers Tags parenting, teenager, teenagers

Best Part Time Jobs for Under 18s: A Teen’s Guide to Earning, Learning, and Gaining Experience

November 14 by Sabina Green
part time jobs for under 18s

Discover the best part time jobs for under 18s — from retail and cafés to babysitting and tutoring. Includes rights, CV template, and interview tips.

Categories Teenagers Tags career advice, teenager, teenagers

V Levels: What They Are and Why They Matter for Your Teen

March 19October 21 by Sabina Green
V levels

Discover what V Levels are — the new post-16 qualification reshaping education for UK teens with clearer, flexible Level 3 pathways.

Categories Activities Tags education, further education, higher education, teenager

Freshers Flu: What It Is, Symptoms, and How to Recover from Freshers’ Illness

October 13September 25 by Sabina Green
Freshers Flu

Freshers flu is common in the first few weeks at university. Learn symptoms, how long it lasts, and tips to recover quickly and avoid illness at uni.

Categories Teenagers Tags teenager, teenagers, university
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