Are you looking for some teen romance books to recommend to your teen so that they can safely get their rocks off? Here are some great recommendations from a librarian. Jack of Hearts (And Other Parts) by LC Rosen The Nerdy and the Dirty by BT Gottfred The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice […]
Episode 22 — Rape Culture and The Use of ‘Sexy’
In this episode a mom wonders how to speak to her son about rape culture. Also a mom asks how to take the power out of the word ‘sexy’ for her young daughters. Sponsored by the Birds and Bees and Kids Solution Center. Got a birds and bees question for me? A funny sex talk […]
How to Talk About “Private Parts” with Your Child
Throw in a little chit-chat about “safe and unsafe” touch as part of this conversation. And the sooner you cover this, the better. Early Childhood (Birth to 8) Privates, the areas covered by your bathing suit, are private! They are a sensitive area of your body for you only. Please let me know if someone […]
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 […]
GUEST POST: TEACHING CHILDREN TO TRUST THEIR INSTINCTS
By Caroline Goodell Lindsey, a new student at her high school, naturally wanted to be “in” with the other students. Walking to an off-campus drama class, Lindsey conversed with Taryn, a popular girl. Taryn asked Lindsey if she smoked marijuana. “No,” Lindsey responded. Taryn said, “We’re gonna go and smoke before class. You seem cool. […]
