Workshop Topics
Most adults don't feel comfortable discussing sex with anyone, much less adolescents. I can help.
I offer informative, reassuring, practical sessions on talking (and talking, and talking) with your child about where babies come from, the changes of puberty, sexuality, risk, and growing up. I lead workshops through schools, PTAs, book clubs, workplaces, and sometimes just groups of friends with kids the same age and with similar concerns.
Each workshop includes handouts, resources and plenty of time for Q &A
Parents and caregivers leave my workshops feeling confident, empowered, and ready to tackle tricky conversations. Their questions are answered and they’re equipped with ample vetted, well-researched resources for the future.
Below, read about some of the popular workshops I offer regularly. I can also customize a workshop to meet your needs.
Virtual and live classes are available.
"Just Tell Me What to Say" A workshop on talking about sexuality and reproduction with young children
Three-year-olds touching themselves at story time, five-year-olds asking why your parts look different from theirs, eight-year-olds trying to kiss classmates--children come into the world with innate sexuality and human curiosity about their bodies. It's our job to help guide them.
We become our children’s first, and hopefully best, sexuality educators from the minute they are born. Do they hear that their bodies are healthy and good? Do they learn that sexuality is a wonderful part of being a human? Or do they learn from a young age that this is a topic so threatening “we just don’t talk about it?” How we talk about their bodies, how we respond to their questions, and how we role- model relationships will impact their understanding of sexuality and gender for the rest of their lives.
In this reassuring and parent practical education event we discuss the everyday challenges of raising sexually curious kids into sexually healthy adults.
Preparing for Puberty: A workshop for parents who want to guide their kids through puberty but just don't know where to begin
Nervous about your child’s approaching (or currently ongoing) puberty? Want some reassuring words and solid advice for guiding them through this transition? Many parents didn’t get the education and support they needed themselves and want to do better for their kids, but just don’t know where to begin.
What we talk about:
- Understanding your adolescent experiences (both positive and negative) to support your child
- Establishing yourself as an accurate source of information for your child
- Approaching “the talk,” or, “how to make a big task much less scary, awkward, and intimidating”
- Common pitfalls of discussing puberty
- Puberty 101 refresher resources, just in case you forgot a thing or two in the last few decades
- Tips for talking to young people about sexuality
- Ample time for Q&A
Talking About Sex and Sexuality to Your Kid in Transition : A workshop for parents with kids heading off to high school and navigating the early high school years
Congratulations, Mom and Dad: your kid has made it through the first few steps of puberty! You successfully navigated periods and erections, and you've even got them using deodorant on the regular. Good job! Now it’s time to start talking about sex and risk, as well as love and values. In this workshop, we cover the major concerns of sexuality in high school, from talking with young teens about internet porn, sexual orientation, and contraception to sharing your values about love and relationships. We will also focus heavily on covering sexual decision making and consent.
Before They Fly the Nest: A workshop about talking with college-bound kids about sex
Okay, parentstime to sneak in a talk about sex and values before your kid leaves for school. Sex in college is different from high school, and this is a good time to restate your beliefs about sexuality and make sure your kid is savvy and prepared for their new freedom. We will discuss concrete tips and tricks parents can share with college- bound students for navigating sexuality away from home.
