EP38: Protecting Kids From Sexual Content Online and Having Hard Conversations with Amy Lang
As a parent, it is your resonsibility to provide your child with the skills to understand and make good decisions about their body and sex. Kids should start learning about their bodies at as young as 5 years old. These conversations may be daunting, but it is important to push through the discomfort to keep your child safe. Expert Amy Lang joins the Real World Parenting podcast this week to provide tips and scripts for parents to use in educating their kiddo about sexual health.
Amy Lang, MA has been a sexual health educator for over 25 years. Surprised by her discomfort with just the idea of talking with her young son about his body, she knew she needed help. Amy did a bunch of research to learn how to talk with kids about bodies and sexuality and realized she could help other parents with this important part of parenting. In 2006 she started Birds & Bees & Kids. With her lively, engaging, and down-to-earth style she helps parents become comfortable and confident talking with their kids. Amy’s books, online solutions center, and podcast called “Just Say This”,show parents they really can become their kids' go-to birds and bees source.
What You Will Learn:
When should you start the conversation on sexual health with your child
What should you start with? What to say and how to say it.
Push through the discomfort
Showing your children what a healthy relationship looks like
Avoiding language that leads to shame
Resources:
15% discount for The Birds and Bees Solutions Center for Parents
Purchase Amy’s new book, “Sex Talks With Tweens - What to Say & How to Say It!”
