You probably noticed that “stranger danger” is in quotation marks. This is because it turns out that the chance that your child or any child will be abducted by a stranger is about one in a gazillion. In the United States, there are about 115 “stereotypical kidnappings” (meaning committed by strangers) every year and there […]
CHIRP: Pregnancy
Here’s an easy way to talk to kids about pregnancy. A woman is pregnant when she has a baby, which is also called a fetus, growing in her uterus. This is a special place in her body made to grow babies. Once a girl starts her period this is a sure sign she is making […]
Episode 25 — LGBTQ Resources and ‘Sexy Stuff’
Episode 25 — LGBTQ Resources and ‘Sexy Stuff’ In this episode, Amy gives resources to a mom whose 12-year-old son has just come out to her. Also, Amy gives some advice to a mom of an 11-year-old boy who is looking for ‘sexy stuff’ online. Here is the blog post mentioned in the podcast: Kid […]
How to Talk About: Boundaries with Friends
Sometimes kids need some help setting boundaries with their friends. Here’s some help on how to guide them through that. Beginner If a friend tries to touch you in a way that feels uncomfortable, like a pinch or a poke or touching your privates, you can say, “No! Don’t! Stop! I don’t like that. My […]
CHIRP: Condoms
Chirping and talking about condoms! A condom is a really thin tube that fits over a penis kind of like a glove. It catches the semen as it comes out of a penis so the woman can’t get pregnant. They also protect people from getting sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It is very important to use […]
