May, 2018 | Parents Are Talking

By: Emily Hiserodt Talking with your daughter about sex, periods, or birth control can sometimes be awkward for both moms and dads. Research shows, however, that teens and pre-teens who have open conversations with their parents about their sexual health … [Click to read more]

By Tahirah Chichester Living in a 21st century world can be difficult: from responsibilities with family, to practicing self-care and maintaining friendships, it is a balancing act trying to keep everything together! Our main goal (as educators, parents/guardians, caregivers) is … [Click to read more]

By: A Philadelphia High School Student Talking about sex with your child may be awkward, but it is important to stay welcoming. The talk is not just one talk, it is an open-ended conversation with your child that will help … [Click to read more]

By: A Philadelphia parent I promised myself I’d talk to her. Today. I dry my hands on a clean towel hanging by the sink, and survey the kitchen’s small white table. Today’s newspaper sits unopened on one end, and a … [Click to read more]

By: Dr. Jamie Mehringer, MD Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Surprise, joy, fear, sadness, confusion...these are all feelings that parents have shared with me after their child has come out. Many parents vividly recall when they learned the sex of their child…when … [Click to read more]

By: A Philadelphia High School Student All my life I’ve grown up in an African American, Christian household. My parents are the two people I can talk to about almost anything. I feel comfortable enough to ask them questions on … [Click to read more]

By: Isy Abraham-Raveson Think back. What messages did you receive about sexuality from your parents/caregivers as you were growing up? Did they make you feel like only some kinds of sexual behavior were acceptable? Only some bodies? What effect did … [Click to read more]

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Monthly Archives: May 2018

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