Ages & Stages

Teen

Adolescence can be a rough time for parents. At times, your teen may be a source of frustration and exasperation, not to mention financial stress. But these years also bring many, many moments of joy, pride, laughter and closeness.

Is your teen due for a check-up? See the AAP Schedule of Well-Child Care Visits.

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How to Use Tampons, Menstrual Cups & Other Period Products Safely

Learn how to help your teen use tampons and menstrual cups safely and understand the risks of Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS). Get expert tips from pediatricians to protect your child’s health and confidence during their period.

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6 Ways Summer Jobs Benefit Teens
A Parent's Guide to Teen Parties
Body Odor in Teens VIDEO
Body Piercings, Teens & Potential Health Risks: AAP Report Explained
Helping Teen Parents and Their Children Build Healthy Futures
How to Use Tampons, Menstrual Cups & Other Period Products Safely
Independence, One Step at a Time
Information for Teens: What You Need to Know About Privacy
Managing Money
Meningococcal Disease in Preteens, Teens & Young Adults
Next Stop Adulthood: Tips For Parents
One-on-One Time With the Pediatrician
Stages of Adolescence
Talking About Tattoos with Your Teen: AAP Report Explained
Tanning and Tanning Salon Safety Tips for Young People
Teen Mental Health: How to Know When Your Child Needs Help
Teen Years: Truth Telling & Myth Busting
Teenagers and Gangs
Ways To Build Your Teenager’s Self-Esteem
What’s Going On in the Teenage Brain?