Teens

Parenting teens is one of the most challenging family issues for women in midlife. Here you’ll find stories and advice that relate to the real problems we experience now.

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The reality of coping with anorexia

One mother reveals what the unvarnished truth of parenting a child with anorexia

How to talk to children about consent

Get advice from parenting expert Alicia Drummond on how to talk to children and teens about consent

My mad life: Caring for an autistic teenager

Midlife for Sarah Shackleton revolves around the needs of her autistic son

What mums can't do (according to their daughters)

You've heard of U and non-U. As the mother of a teen, you should know about Mum and Non-Mum

The joy of lockdown with teenagers (really)

A year of lockdown with children was difficult -- but it provided unexpected benefits for Clover Stroud and her teenager

How to cope with teen troubles

Get advice on how to deal with some of the biggest challenges that parents see every day.

Our Founder's tale of the life crisis that inspired Noon

Career change, illness and a looming empty nest prompted Eleanor Mills to start her next act

What is the Noon Eating Disorders Parent Support Group?

When a child is ill with an eating disorder the whole family suffers. At Noon we understand what that feels like.

Dealing with a Teen in Trouble

Our four-day retreat will give you the respite you need to be the patient and loving parent your child requires.

Reboot Retreat

How to Help Teens Cope with Anxiety

Alicia Drummond explores the effects of the pandemic on our children, and what we can do to counter them

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