Services + Resources for Parents

Navigating the topics of puberty and sex can be challenging. My desire is to empower parents with the knowledge and confidence to have these conversations.

1. Conference + Group Speaker and Facilitator

I offer topic-based presentations in the following formats:

  • Conference speaker

  • Large group setting

  • Small group workshop

2. Presentations for Parents on Sexual health

These talks in a small or large group setting empower parents with knowledge and confidence, to navigate conversations about puberty and sex.

  • Talks may be tailored to the age group of children represented

  • Talks may be focused for parents to attend together or alone

  • All sessions may include a Q&A session if desired

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SPEAKING TOPICS FOR PARENTS

  • Parent role as a sexual health educator

  • Providing the right information at the right time

  • Nakedness in the home

  • Healthy relationships and boundaries

  • Questions kids ask and how to answer

  • Anatomy, puberty and the developing child

  • How to decrease your anxiety and learn to talk about sex

  • Consent and safety tools

  • Parent pitfalls to avoid

  • Media literacy and talking about pornography

  • Masturbation and self-exploration

  • Resources and ideas for ongoing conversations

3. Talks for Girls

These are informal and conversational workshops for girls to help them navigate their body changes and developing sexuality amidst mixed messages, anxiety and confusion. These sessions are designed to be a safe place to get the right information and ask questions without judgment. Worshops are tailored to the age group of children represented

 

SPEAKING TOPICS

  • All about puberty and body changes

  • Genitalia and anatomy

  • Celebrating your body and how to take care of her

  • Periods & products

  • Answering common questions around "Am I normal?"

  • Positive body image

  • Self-exploration and masturbation

  • Normality of sexual desire and arousal

  • Social media, media literacy, and pornography

  • Sexual consent and how to practice it

  • How alcohol and drugs influence decisions and sex

  • Developing your sexual ethic

4. Book Club

I will give recommendations for books on sex for hosts to choose from. Then, I'll come to your book club to facilitate discussion and Q&A. Want some ideas? Check out my blog for current book reviews.

5. One on One Consultations

I am available to have conversations over the phone, FaceTime or in-person when you need someone to talk to about your child’s sexual health and learning to be the sexual health educator in your home. These appointments focus on non-judgmental listening and sound advice.

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If you have any questions regarding the services I offer, I would love to answer all of your questions.