By Kristen A Jenson Do parents usually know if their child has seen pornography? It’s an interesting question! Brand-new research from the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) found some thought-provoking answers: Only 25% of parents thought their children had ever seen pornography, but in reality 53% of their children said they had seen it. The difference between parents’ beliefs and kids’ […]
Sex Talk Commandment #8 – Tips for the Birds & Bees Talks
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Coach Tells Boy “Soccer Will Get Him Laid”
How To Report A Coach’s Totally and Completely Inappropriate Sexual Comments? Hi Amy! A couple of years ago I asked you about talking to my son, then 13, about upcoming sexual issues and how to approach this as safely as possible for him. You were very helpful and also kind to offer support if […]
Is My Teen Ready for Sex? Part 1—The Emotional Stuff (Mostly)
Discuss how pressure should not be part of the equation for your teen or their partner. How does it feel to be pressured into something they don’t want to do? The first time should be a decision based on love and respect for each other. Sex should always be a zero pressure situation.
It’s All About Communication
After teaching a workshop one day a participant came up to me with a big smile and a “lightbulb moment” look in her eye. She said to me, “Amy. It’s just all about communication, isn’t it?” Ah-ha! My secret was out! It really is “all about communication.” Nothing more, nothing less. Of course the topics […]
