As you know, alcohol consumption = lowered inhibition = sex . Or as my witty British friend once said, “Gin is a panty dropper.” Except for me. I hate it. Talking to kids about the relationship between drinking and sex is super-duper important. You know drinking makes sex more likely, so talk about it when […]
How to explain “virginity” to a child
Everyone has a story about the first time they had sex. Your kids may ask you about when you lost your virginity. They may not. When you talk with them about this, you have a choice about how much you tell them, and whether you talk about it at all. Please don’t lie to them. […]
The Secret Every Mom Needs to Know to Get Her Tweens And Teens to Behave
That secret? Margit Crane’s Fabulous new book – How to Train Your Parents in 6 1/2 Days. It’s awesome! And the secret is your kids will change their behavior – and you will too – but your kids will think they have the secret to getting you to straighten up! When, in fact, they’re doing […]
Teen Pregnancy Rates State by State
Here in Washington (#34) I’ve been talking to some lovely folks in Georgia (#12), Tennessee (#7) and Florida (#21) about getting my work (and self) into their hands for a little parent education. I thought you’d like to see where your state ranks when it comes to teen pregnancy. Just for the record, in case […]
4 Tips For Talking To Kids About Sex
1) Relax. They will pick up on your anxiety, especially if they are older than 7 or so. YOU are the one bringing a lifetime of experience to the conversation and this can make you tense, afraid, and anxious because you know how sex can be both great and awful. Calm down and step up. […]
