Episode 43 — All About 5-Year Olds (but really for all parents!) In this episode, Amy talks to three parents about their 5-year olds. From playing doctor, to putting toys in private places to using the word ‘sex’ – it’s all in here! Joyful Courage – Parenting can be messy, but joyful Birds & Bees […]
Episode 42 — Young Gay Boy, Anal Sex Q, and Sexual Harassment
Episode 42 — Young Gay Boy, Anal Sex Q, and Sexual Harassment In this episode, Amy gives advice to a mom wanting to know what to say to her 8-year-old boy who likes his male friend. She also answers the question, ‘is anal sex actually sex?’, and she gives talking points to a parent who […]
Impulsive Teens! Ack! What’s Going On With Your Teen (or Tween’s) Brain?*
The amygdala—the emotional center – is the part of the brain that’s running the show. Add on a big dose of hormones – Ack!
How to Talk to Tweens and Teens about HPV
Most sexually active people will be infected with at least one type of HPV at some point. Usually the body’s immune system fights the virus and it resolves. HPV is highly communicable–very easy to get (and give)!
Episode 31 — Little Gal Finds the Shower Wand and Teens Having Sex at Home
Episode 31 — Guest Star Nikki Knepper! In this episode Amy and guest star, Nikki Knepper, give advice to a mom who wants to know what to do about the fact that her 4-year-old daughter has found the shower wand. They also talk about teens having sex at home and talking to young teens about […]