…Thinking “Not MY Kid.” That’s it. Pretty simple, eh? Decide, right now, that they will eventually: Ignore you/your family rules/sage advice Ignore their intuition Follow the herd Have sex Drink booze Try pot Try other legal and illegal drugs Drive over the speed limit Text while driving Talk on the phone while driving Do all […]
Guilt, religion and sex
I’m fresh from the Bible Belt where I was the featured speaker at a childcare provider appreciation day. Kingsport, TN is a really lovely place – and I even got to sit in Johnny Cash’s rocking chair at the Carter Family Fold. Here I am, “Flatfooting” and having a great time! As you can probably […]
Abstinence Panties! There’s the answer!
I love this lame-ass idea! Some mom has decided that sexy, boy-short style panties with slogans like “Zip it!” and “Not tonight” will help teens wait for sex. Um. Do they not hear themselves? Sexy. Panties. Hidden messages. Seems like a recipe for encouragement to show them off – which is most likely what’s happening. […]
Did you have sex as a teenager?
What if your kid asks you this question? Or if you and your spouse or partner do it? Or if grandma and grandpa? Or teenagers? Or their teacher? It’s a good idea to decide how you want to answer personal questions about your sex life before they ask. You don’t have to tell all – […]
Dot Girl Has New Packaging and it’s GREAT!
I love my sisters at Dot Girl, creators of the Girls First Period Kit. It’s cute, subtle and oh-so-helpful in helping girls be prepared for their first period. The kit has pads, wipes, a reusable heating pad and a great booklet about periods. And they won a Mom’s Choice Award® for it, too. This is […]
