Teen mental health challenges are more common than ever, with many parents unsure when to step in. This article explores the emotional ups and downs of adolescence, when anxiety becomes a concern, and how to support your child with compassion, resilience-building strategies, and informed guidance on when to seek professional help.

New motherhood can be a deeply isolating experience, even in the most supported environments. In this reflective piece, Lucy Jones explores how societal structures, cultural expectations, and the pressures of “intensive mothering” contribute to widespread loneliness among new mothers—and why redefining care, connection, and community is urgently needed.