Thriving Teens Foundation

24/12/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at Thriving Teens Foundation 🎄

As we gather with family and friends this season, may we pause to appreciate the small and big blessings that make our lives meaningful. Let’s also remember those who may be going through a difficult season and find simple ways to show kindness and generosity.

May this season be filled with love, warmth and moments that remind us we are better when we look out for one another.

12/12/2025

We’re all growing, learning and trying to do better, just like our country 🇰🇪

This Jamhuri Day, we celebrate young people who refuse to give up on themselves or on Kenya.

Your voice, your choices, your courage… they all count.

Happy Jamhuri Day ❤️💚🖤

09/12/2025

09/12/2025

Honored to join & CSOs today for a national engagement on routine immunization & vaccine updates.
As TTF, we remain committed to amplifying voices for adolescents, strengthening awareness & help access accurate health information


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03/12/2025

Empowering adolescents in Kenya and across Africa to make informed choices about their sexual and reproductive health, while equipping them with the life skills they need to thrive in a fast-changing world, is at the heart of what we do.
We believe that when young people understand themselves, their bodies and their possibilities, they are better prepared to lead healthy, confident and fulfilling lives.

01/12/2025

Today we stand with young people everywhere: those who are learning, growing and trying to make the best choices for their health.

World AIDS Day reminds us that even when life feels chaotic or confusing, we can still protect ourselves and each other.

Knowing your status, asking questions and getting clear information are the small steps that transform the AIDS response.

As a young person always remember that 'Your power is in the choices you make'

01/12/2025

Weekly check-in: How are you feeling today?

Pick your Monday mood 👇

🙂I’m trying
🤩 I’m thriving
😴 I need a nap
😔 I’m pretending to be okay
😭 I’m done before we even begin

Drop your emoji, let’s see how the squad is feeling

28/11/2025

Tell me you’re a teen in 2025 without telling me you’re a teen in 2025 😭👇

Swipe through and point out your slide (don’t lie 👀)

26/11/2025

Some days you wake up happy and full of energy. Other days, everything just feels off: The people, the noise, even your reflection in the mirror. It is strange, but also very normal.

When you hit puberty, your hormones start changing fast. These tiny chemical messengers in your body affect not just how you grow, but also how you feel and react to things around you. One moment you are fine, the next you are mad or sad for no clear reason. And that is not a “bad attitude,” it is biology.

So, what's actually happening?

1) Hormones like estrogen and testosterone rise and fall unpredictably.
2) Your brain is rewiring, literally learning how to manage emotions and decision-making.
3) Add schoolwork, friends, crushes or family drama… and it’s a lot 😄

What can help:

Talking it out with someone you trust makes it less heavy.
Moving your body, either through a short walk, dancing, or stretching, helps clear your mind.
Rest & refuel: lack of sleep or skipping meals can make your mood worse.
Find your calm e.g. music, journaling, prayer or even deep breaths can help.

It is also good to bear in mind that feelings come and go and you don’t have to fix them all at once.

24/11/2025

Okay, a quick reminder to all our teenagers!😁

As you pump up the fun this holiday season, don’t forget to tick HPV Vaccine off your bucket list!

This important shot protects you from cervical cancer and other HPV-related illnesses.
A little poke now = a safer, healthier future.

Stay smart, stay safe and enjoy the holidays!

19/11/2025

Growing up comes with a lot of surprises, some exciting, others… a little confusing.
Periods and wet dreams fall into that second category for many teenagers, mostly because people don’t talk about them enough.
Let’s fix that.

For Girls it is the Periods:

A period simply means that your body has started a natural monthly cycle. Once a month, the lining of your uterus breaks down and flows out and that’s what we call menstruation.

It’s a sign that your body is healthy and capable of reproduction in the future (though that doesn’t mean you’re ready to have children yet).

Your first few periods might come with surprises like cramps, bloating or mood swings but they are all manageable.

A few simple tips:
✔️ Change your pad or cup every 3-4 hours to stay fresh.
✔️ Keep a small emergency pad in your bag (just in case).
✔️ Eat well, stay hydrated and stretch if cramps show up.
✔️ If your flow feels too heavy or painful, check in with a nurse or doctor.

Most importantly, there’s no reason to feel shy or embarrassed. Every woman you know has gone through this too.

For Boys, it is the Wet Dreams

Wet dreams (or nocturnal emissions) can take you by surprise, waking up to find your underwear wet and wondering, “What just happened?” 😅

It’s your body’s way of releasing semen, a completely natural part of growing up for boys. It usually starts in your early teens and you can’t control when it happens.

Here’s what to remember:
✔️ You’re not weird or “doing something wrong.”
✔️ Just clean up, change your clothes and move on.
✔️ It might happen sometimes, or not at all, both are normal.

Think of it as your body’s way of adjusting to new hormone levels. Nothing to stress about.

Talking about body changes can feel awkward but the more you understand, the easier it gets.
Your body is growing, learning and preparing for adulthood.
Be kind to it, ask questions and remember, there’s nothing shameful about being human.