This is one of the most uncomfortable parts of parenthood, right? Speaking with our children about intimacy, sexual relationships and other really personal topics.
Show Notes:
Dina Alexander is the founder and president of Educate and Empower Kids. She received her master’s degree in recreation therapy from the University of Utah. She has taught in various capacities for the past 17 years, including marriage enhancement, art for small children and group fitness. She has also worked with teenage girls in a residential treatment setting, adults with drug addictions and autistic children. She was raised in the Los Angeles area and currently lives in San Antonio, Texas with her husband and three children.
Books:
30 Days of Sex Talks for Ages 3-7
30 Days of Sex Talks for Ages 8-11
30 Days of Sex Talks for Ages 12+
Articles:
Why We Need to Fight for Our Kids’ Healthy Sexuality
4 Simple Activities That Can Enhance Communication With Your Kids
Music from Creations by Michael R. Hicks.
Audio editing by Christy Elder
What a wonderful resource! I am looking forward to finally broaching some of these topics with my kids. Thank-you!
Thanks Rebecca! Be sure to read the short introduction and instructions. We give several simple ideas that I think are helpful to every parent!
I noticed there is a kindle version and paperback version avalible to purchase for the 3-7 year old edition. Any recommendations on which one would be better? When I looked on line I couldn’t tell what would be the difference with each version.
Hi Beth.
Thanks for your question!
The Kindle version is identical to the printed copy. Both have great graphics, all the discussion questions and QR codes. The QR codes take you to our website that allow you to print out topic cards to make the experience more interactive. Or you can stick the topic cards to your fridge as a reminder to start talking ;). There are also QR codes every 10 lessons that allow you to give feedback to us as to what worked and perhaps didn’t work with your kids. Be sure to read the quick intro. and instructions for simple tips and advice.
Thank you. This is just what I needed to keep going in our discussions at home. I had already bought the 3-7 but now its time for the next book. I am feeling much more empowered and less overwhelmed after listening to this. I am so intimidated by having the sex talks with my kids because I don’t feel I have a perfectly healthy relationship with all things sex. Listening to these ideas and the principles in the books makes me realize I am qualified and ready. And I won’t be perfect and that is OK. I am so grateful for a resource that is empowering to the kids.
Thank you so much Emily! I am glad you realize that you ABSOLUTELY are qualified to teach this. You love and know your child better then anyone. You will be awesome!
I had first bypassed this podcast because, I thought it wasn’t for me. My oldest child just turned 7. For some reason I decided to listen to it tonight and am so grateful I did. I will be ordering the books! Thank you for for taking the time to do this podcast Dina and April.