By: Samantha Poathe

When Maggie Lovange published her first book, Dealing With Teen Anxiety, she wasn’t setting out to become a prominent voice on parenting. She was a mother writing from lived experience, blending research with the raw reality of what was happening in her own home. That honesty resonated with many parents, and notably, with teens themselves.

“I want all my readers to understand from the first chapter of my book that there may be a solution,” Maggie has said. “I strive to write in a way that offers hope rather than making them feel like there is no way out, which was how I felt for a period of time.”

Her approach stood apart from many other parenting titles. Maggie did not write as a psychologist offering clinical distance, but as a mother determined to bring both voices to the table — her own and her daughter’s. “Psychologists give very good advice,” she explained, “but they approach it from the point of view of the third person, not from the perspective of an ordinary parent, and moreover, not from the teen’s point of view.”

That decision to weave her daughter’s words into the book gave Dealing With Teen Anxiety a unique authenticity. It became not just a manual for parents but a bridge between generations. Parents were reassured they were not alone, and teens saw their feelings articulated on the page.

A Story Shaped by Real Life

Maggie’s credibility comes from experience as much as study. She holds an M.S. in mathematics, is a graphic designer, and is the proud mother of three children. Over the years, she has been a stay-at-home mom, a working mom, a single mother, and a stepmother. She has also endured hardship, including widowhood and domestic violence. “I have gone through many stages – a single mother, a widow, and a victim of domestic violence… I have made many mistakes and learned from them,” she says.

Those experiences shaped the perspective that grounds her writing. She has lived through the chaos and contradictions of modern parenting, and she brings that depth to her work. As she puts it, “We just have to acknowledge where we went wrong and change our behavior.”

Her book maps that journey chapter by chapter — moving from rebuilding trust with a teen to understanding how anxiety manifests, to exploring therapy options and techniques like cognitive behavioral therapy. But Maggie always ties the science to the human. “This is not just a book about anxiety,” she explains. “This is a book of hope and sustainability. This is a book that encourages teens to talk and ask for help, and it is a book that reassures parents they are not alone in this struggle.”

From Guidebook to YA Novel

The success of Dealing With Teen Anxiety created momentum, but Maggie was already thinking about the next step. That next step was To Disappear Quietly: Wanting to Vanish, and Learning How to Stay, a YA novel written by her daughter, Renée. It offers a fictionalized but deeply rooted account of a teen wrestling with identity, pressure, and mental health.

Maggie has been clear that the two projects are intertwined yet distinct. The parenting book was her way of talking to other mothers and fathers. The YA novel is her daughter’s way of speaking directly to teens. Together, they create a rare pairing: a mother writing for parents and a daughter writing for her generation.

Through both, Maggie remains anchored in her core belief that parents are already “good enough” but can grow more confident with the right guidance. As she has written, “You don’t need to be a better parent. You are already good enough. You just need to be more confident in yourself.”

Building the Platform

Alongside the books, Maggie launched Make Parenting Easier, a platform dedicated to what she calls “Evolving Parenting.” The mission is to simplify the maze of modern parenting by combining brain science, developmental milestones, and lived experience.

Her vision is for parenting to feel joyful, not overwhelming. “Parenting can feel like navigating a labyrinth,” she writes. “We live in an age marked by rapid technological advancements, mounting societal pressures, and evolving familial structures. The expectations and responsibilities thrust upon parents today are immense, often leading them to question if they’re ‘doing it right.’ Our mission is to simplify this journey, transforming the intricate maze of parenting into a clearer, more navigable path.”

That philosophy resonates widely because it is both practical and compassionate. Maggie insists that parents do not have to chase perfection. They need tools, confidence, and connection. She models that in her own work, openly acknowledging her struggles and growth.

Why Her Work Matters Now

Maggie’s message has particular relevance in 2025. Teen anxiety is at the forefront of public discussion. Studies are showing rising levels of stress among young people, linked to exams, social media, climate change, and uncertainty about the future. Waiting times for child mental health services are long, and families are often left searching for solutions.

Maggie’s contribution is not to downplay the scale of the problem, but to remind parents of the power they hold in everyday interactions. “Why you are the best solution for your teen” is one of the chapter titles in her book, and it reflects her conviction that while therapy and services are important, the family relationship is the first line of support.

That balance — between acknowledging the science and highlighting the lived, everyday role of parents — makes her voice distinctive. She is not offering quick fixes, but she is offering hope.

Looking Ahead

Maggie is already deep into research for her next major work, a book on making parenting easier across the stages of child development. She describes it as her most important yet, designed to give parents a framework that reduces overwhelm and helps them focus on connection.

Her long-term vision is clear: to keep making complex topics accessible, to speak honestly about mistakes, and to keep offering parents and teens stories that reflect both the challenges and the possibilities of family life.

“Writing a book is not easy,” she reflects, “but the rewards are immeasurable. And as a mother, there is nothing more satisfying than knowing that you have positively impacted your child’s life and the lives of others.”

With Dealing With Teen Anxiety and To Disappear Quietly: Wanting to Vanish, and Learning How to Stay, Maggie has already made a significant impact. And as her platform grows, she is positioning herself not just as an author, but as a trusted, relatable voice in one of the most urgent conversations of our time.

Follow her at https://maggielovange.com/