9 reasons you should be your tween’s sex ed teacher
Still hoping school or a book will handle the sex ed stuff for you? In this episode, I’ll share 9 powerful, research-backed reasons why you are actually the best person for the job - and how teaching your tween about sex, bodies, and relationships sets them up for a safer, more confident future. 👉 Want more? Get five cringe-free strategies to naturally start sex ed conversations with your tween or teen tonight. Simple. Easy. Free. 🔗 cringefreestrategies.com✅ In this episode: Why you don’t need to be a sex ed expert (or even feel confident yet!)The 9 life-changing things that happen when you lead the conversationThe unexpected benefits - like better communication, delayed sexual activity, and safer choicesWhy it’s never too early (or too late) to get started📌 Next steps:➡️ Follow or subscribe in your podcast app so you never miss an episode📥 Download your free guide: cringefreestrategies.com📺 Subscribe on YouTube for more tips + tools🛍️ Visit the Sex Ed Shop for practical parent-friendly resources📚 Browse puberty books by age, gender, topic—and whether they talk about sex or not🐦🐝 Find everything you need to teach sex ed without shame, fear or embarrassment🎂 Access age-by-age guides to support sex education from toddler to teen🙏 Say thanks:If you loved this episode, would you leave me a review? It helps more parents get one step ahead of whatever curveball their tween throws at them!🦄 About Cath HakansonIf you want to teach your tween about sex without fear or awkwardness, then I’m the sex educator that families across the globe turn to. An author, certified sexologist and a wonderfully AuDHD mother of two neurodivergent kids, I’m real, relatable and totally unshockable. I simplify sex ed so parents (like you) can start teaching their tween about sex ed. Minus the cringe or shame! 👩⚖️ DisclaimerThis podcast represents the views, opinions and education of it’s host and has been produced with the intention that it acts purely as general information. It is not intended to be taken or used as a substitute for medical or other professional advice. We do not assume any responsibility for any liability, loss, damage or risk that may follow from the use or reliance of this podcast episode.
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Avoid These 3 Common Sex Ed Mistakes Tween Parents Make
Feeling stuck on how to start sex ed with your tween? Discover the 3 biggest mistakes parents make - and how to avoid them so conversations become easier, more natural, and way less cringey.👉 Want more? Get five cringe-free strategies to naturally start sex ed conversations with your tween or teen tonight. Simple. Easy. Free. 🔗 cringefreestrategies.com✅ In this episode: Why the old “birds and the bees” talk just doesn’t cut it anymoreThe pressure to be an expert - and why you don’t need to beWhy focusing only on the facts of sex ed might actually shut down the conversationThe real goal of sex ed with tweens (and how to make it easier to reach)A one-minute challenge to open the door to better convos - today📌 Next steps:➡️ Follow or subscribe in your podcast app so you never miss an episode📥 Download your free guide: cringefreestrategies.com📺 Subscribe on YouTube for more tips + tools🛍️ Visit the Sex Ed Shop for practical parent-friendly resources📚 Browse puberty books by age, gender, topic—and whether they talk about sex or not🐦🐝 Find everything you need to teach sex ed without shame, fear or embarrassment🎂 Access age-by-age guides to support sex education from toddler to teen🙏 Say thanks:If you loved this episode, would you leave me a review? It helps more parents get one step ahead of whatever curveball their tween throws at them!🦄 About Cath HakansonIf you want to teach your tween about sex without fear or awkwardness, then I’m the sex educator that families across the globe turn to. An author, certified sexologist and a wonderfully AuDHD mother of two neurodivergent kids, I’m real, relatable and totally unshockable. I simplify sex ed so parents (like you) can start teaching their tween about sex ed. Minus the cringe or shame! 👩⚖️ DisclaimerThis podcast represents the views, opinions and education of it’s host and has been produced with the intention that it acts purely as general information. It is not intended to be taken or used as a substitute for medical or other professional advice. We do not assume any responsibility for any liability, loss, damage or risk that may follow from the use or reliance of this podcast episode.
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Welcome to the Podcast
Learn to talk with your tween about sex, naturally, factually and without shame, fear or toe curling embarrassment. Qualified, ridiculously experienced sex educator, Cath Hakanson, shares age suitable tips, tools and tactics to move you from cringe → comfortable when it comes to sex, relationships, gender and love. Practical, straight up and going to the most unexplored topics, Cath’s a real voice to guide you through arguably parenthood’s most tricky terrain. Feel equipped and more comfortable to teach your kid about sex ed. From porn to periods, body parts to online safety and beyond, Cath simplifies sex ed so you can open conversations that matter and build a trusting, connected relationship that pulls you and your child closer than ever. Follow the podcast and be one step ahead of whatever curveball your tween throws at you.
What if talking to your kids about sex didn’t have to be awkward?
Welcome to the Sex Ed For Tween Parents podcast hosted by Cath Hakanson, your straight up, down to earth sex educator with over 25 years of experience.
Where I show you how to talk with your tween about sex. Minus the cringe or shame!
Follow the podcast and be one step ahead of whatever curveball your tween throws at you.
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