Exactly. This concise list nails it. Since these important aspects about lived sexuality are not being taught in most sex ed programs, it is up to parents to have these conversations. If you need help being your child’s go to source for information on both sex and sexuality, I am available to coach you through [...]
Monthly Archives: June 2012
The Boys and Brave
- 24
- Jun
(Spoiler Alert!) I took the boys to see Brave this weekend and it sparked an interesting observation by my 12 year old: “I totally wasn’t expecting this to be about a mother and daughter. We don’t see that very often, huh?” And I agreed. We listed off some of the kid’s movies that are about [...]
The protective purpose of Sex-Positive Parenting
- 10
- Jun
I am not afraid to have whatever conversations my kids need to have. I am not afraid to talk about sex, sexuality, sexual assault, gender roles, power dynamics, systemic oppression, misogyny and fear with my children. I am not afraid to answer their questions and offer my interpretation. I have been having age appropriate conversations [...]
Yes we do…
- 08
- Jun
“We deserve better. We deserve editors and journalists who have some vague understanding of sex and sexual health, and can report it in a grown-up way.” - The Guardian UK, May 15, 2024
