Deciding to become sexually active is a personal choice that is made between you and another consenting partner. The act of engaging in sexual activities is…
Children are curious. This means it's common and healthy for them to be curious about their own bodies, using masturbation as a means of self-discovery. Expressing sexuality is a normal…
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we want to encourage parents and teens to spend more time doing things together (you're all already at home, right?), have more conversations, and…
Everyone is deserving of a healthy and safe relationship, but the reality is that abuse in relationships is still extremely prevalent, especially among teens and young adults. The statistics show…
Why are condoms important? What do we need to know about them to practice safe sex? In this article, we’ll learn some necessary information on condoms, how to properly use…
Get involved in Safer Internet Day 2020! Safer Internet Day (SID) is fast approaching – on Tuesday, February 11 2020, we will be millions around the globe, uniting “Together for…
Parents are tasked with the responsibility of making sure that your kids understand the balance between online use and digital privacy and safety. Learning how to talk to your kids…
Thanksgiving is a time for gathering, laughter, and warm belly-filling food. As with any relationship, the key to building a positive relationship is to keep the line of communication open.…
When to Talk When TV, telephone and computers are turned off (to reduce distraction). When siblings aren’t around. When there isn’t a time limit. (Not 5 minutes before leaving the…
As a parent, it’s very important for you to be “askable”. What does that mean? To be askable means that young people see you open to questions. Being askable about sexual topics…
Don't say Instead say You shouldn’t feel that way Please, help me to understand you So, you can’t do any better? What are you feeling right now? Why did you…
Most parents and teens do battle, and these “power struggles” test everyone’s patience. You casually ask your daughter if she is going to wear that shirt, and she retorts, “Don’t…
Communication Skills to Keep the Conversation Going Using good listening skills helps kids feel heard and encourages them to share their experience. Teens commonly feel that no one understands or…
It’s not easy talking about sex, drugs, gangs and violence with our teens. But it’s a “must do.” Here are a few pointers and tips for talking with teens about…
Okay, we know it may seem like an oxymoron: parents and teens having fun together? It has been known to happen. Whether its family activities, time just for you and…
Demonstrate value, respect, acceptance, and trust in their teenager children. Model sexually healthy attitudes in their own relationships. Maintain a non-punitive stance toward sexuality. Are knowledgeable about sexuality. Discuss sexuality…
