PARENTS
We are pleased to welcome you to our wellbeing website. A dedicated space designed to help you support your teenager’s mental, emotional, and physical health. Parenting a teenager can be both rewarding and challenging, especially when it comes to navigating issues around stress, anxiety, and emotional wellbeing. This site offers a range of helpful resources, guidance, and practical tools to assist you in understanding and supporting your child through these important years.
Whether you're looking for advice on starting conversations about mental health, tips for encouraging healthy habits, or support for more serious concerns, this is a safe and informative space to explore. Your role in your teenager’s wellbeing is incredibly important, and while it’s not always easy, you don’t have to do it alone. We hope this platform helps you feel more confident, supported, and connected as you guide your child on their journey to better wellbeing.
HOW TO HELP
Supporting a teenager through their mental health and wellbeing can be one of the most challenging parts of parenting—but also one of the most important. The teenage years are full of change, pressure, and emotional ups and downs, and it’s not always easy to know how to help. You might feel shut out, unsure of what to say, or worried you’ll say the wrong thing. But simply being there, listening without judgment, showing patience and creating a safe space to talk can make a world of difference. Even if they don’t open up right away, your presence and care help build trust and show that they’re not alone.
It’s important to remember that you don’t have to have all the answers. What matters most is being supportive, noticing when something feels off, and being willing to seek help together if needed. Encouraging healthy routines like regular sleep, balanced meals, physical activity, and screen time boundaries also plays a big role in supporting their wellbeing. Parenting through this stage is tough, and it’s okay to find it overwhelming at times. But your efforts, even when they feel unnoticed, are incredibly valuable. Helping your teenager feel seen, heard, and supported is one of the most powerful things you can do for their mental health.
RESOURCES
Below is a selection of helpful resources designed to guide you whilst supporting your child's wellbeing. Whether you're looking for mental health advice or tips on them staying safe online, we hope you find these links informative, reassuring, and easy to use.
SAFER INTERNET
The UK Safer Internet Centre (UKSIC), established in 2011, is a leading global partnership helping to make the internet a great and safe place for everyone.
We provide support and services to children and young people, adults facing online harms, and professionals working with children.
WELLBEING PODCAST
The Blenheim Wellbeing Podcast is a special one-off episode created by the Blenheim wellbeing team, designed specifically for parents and carers. This episode offers practical tips and expert advice on how to support teenagers with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. From understanding the signs of stress and anxiety to learning how to have open, supportive conversations, the podcast provides useful strategies that can make a real difference.
With insights from wellbeing professionals and real-life experiences, the episode aims to help parents feel more confident in guiding their children through the ups and downs of teenage life. It’s a supportive, down-to-earth resource for anyone looking to strengthen their connection with their teenager and promote a healthier, happier home environment. Because when it comes to wellbeing, a caring adult can be one of the most powerful forms of support a young person can have.