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Leah Jewett
Nov 9, 20237 min read
“Living with a brain under major construction”: how This Is So Awkward helps parents handle puberty
This Is So Awkward shows parents – through tips, science and insight from older kids – how to navigate puberty and communicate along the way
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Leah Jewett
Aug 31, 20237 min read
Sparkles, female agency, Kenergy – parent tips & Barbie quotes
Barbie is the ultimate sex ed film. So use its teachable moments and talking points as conversation starters with your child
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Leah Jewett
Mar 1, 20239 min read
“Discover who your child is – that’s an adventure”: on LGBT+ kids and allies
Dr Nadine Thornhill talks about changing our language, what if your child comes out to you, and how all parents and kids can be LGBT+ allies
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Leah Jewett
Nov 21, 20224 min read
“It starts with words”: male violence and how to talk about it with your child
How do you bring up the topic of male violence with your child? We point you in the direction of White Ribbon, Have A Word and Draw The Line
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Leah Jewett
Oct 13, 202210 min read
Kids, mental health and Naked Beach – Natasha Devon on body image
Natasha Devons talks about girls and exercise, boys and body dissatisfaction, porn and body image, and changing kids' social media wallpaper
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Leah Jewett
Jun 30, 20223 min read
Out and proud – mix ’n’ match who said what
Mix and match the 9 celebs and public figures with what they said – to and about – LGBT+ people on coming out, being out and their family
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Saleema Noon
Apr 21, 20223 min read
Screen time: testing limits (your child) and setting limits (you!)
Handing your child an electronic device expands their online horizons – but also tests your limits about setting limits. Here are some tips…
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Rebecca Koon
Mar 2, 20226 min read
Consent and Green Eggs And Ham
Green Eggs And Ham is an entertaining 50-word read. But what does it teach kids about consent? Rebecca Koon questions a Dr Seuss classic
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Leah Jewett
Feb 13, 202213 min read
“Happens all the time. No harm done”: how young people see sexting & how parents can talk about it
Dick pics, peer pressure, consent… Sexting expert Dr Emily Setty explains how parents can talk openly with their kids about sending nudes
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Leah Jewett
Jan 27, 20223 min read
8 quick sex ed questions + 8 Outspoken tips
We have 8 tips on taking 10 minutes on 2 February – International Sex Education Day! – to talk with your child about sex and relationships
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Leah Jewett
Jan 6, 20223 min read
Proof positive: how the Children’s Commissioner report validates parents talking openly
A new report highlights tips from young people on how parents can talk openly with their kids about often-sexualised online pressures
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Leah Jewett
Jan 6, 20224 min read
Let’s hear it from the kids: young people’s tips for parents on talking openly
Young people give advice to parents on how to talk openly about porn, sexting and online harassment in a Children’s Commissioner report
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Leah Jewett
Dec 16, 20216 min read
Digital generation gap, rebel thinking and how FaceTime can be second nature to a 3-year-old
The co-editors of Supporting New Digital Natives: Children’s Mental Health And Wellbeing In A Hi-Tech Age discuss the digital generation gap
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Leah Jewett
Oct 28, 20219 min read
Social media & the comparison game
How can parents help their preteens and teens deal with social media? For sex educator Saleema Noon, collaboration is the name of the game
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Leah Jewett
May 27, 20219 min read
“It’s OK not to be OK”: fashionpreneur George Hodgson, 25, on mental health
Mental-health campaigner George Hodgson, 25, of conversation-starting T-shirt label Maison de Choup, discusses parents, kids and opening up
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Jill Whitney
Apr 15, 20213 min read
How was it for you? Telling teens your past experiences
Being open humanises you, it's not lecture-y, it normalises insecurities and it makes it easier for your child to be vulnerable with you
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Leah Jewett
Mar 18, 202110 min read
Watch The Conversation to have the consent conversation
The men and boys I’ve watched the film with cringe because we inherently know what’s right or wrong even if we're conditioned to forget it
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Leah Jewett
Feb 4, 20216 min read
Tech talk – how parents can manage sexting, porn and screen time
A huge part of safeguarding your kids and improving their mental health involves having everyday conversations about sex and relationships
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Leah Jewett
Dec 10, 20209 min read
Hot topics to tackle – parent advice from the Global Teens doctor
Role play is a great way to put kids in the hot seat. Say: “You’re with this good-looking guy at a party and you’ve both had a few drinks…”
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Leah Jewett
Oct 1, 20204 min read
Not a pretty picture – young people and body image
“Hopefully one day people of all ages everywhere will realise they are so much more than their bodies” – girl aged 15-17
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