Search

“You’re the right person”: how to talk with your child about porn
Kids will be exposed to porn. Dr Naomi Sutton talks about how to approach the topic and how tackling sex ed at home is tricky even for her
Leah Jewett
Dec 10, 202210 min read
280 views

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
Leah Jewett
Oct 13, 202210 min read
228 views

“We’re in the storytelling business”: how It Gets Better helps LGBT+ kids and all parents
How can parents be LGBT+ allies? Justin Tindall of It Gets Better talks about growing up queer, coming out and how to change our language
Leah Jewett
Jun 10, 202210 min read
121 views


Gloria Steinem and parent tips on that F word – feminism
Still going strong, feminist icon Gloria Steinem has endorsed the work of Outspoken Sex Ed! Here’s how parents and kids can discuss feminism
Leah Jewett
Mar 8, 202212 min read
287 views

“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
Leah Jewett
Feb 13, 202213 min read
1,815 views

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
Leah Jewett
Jan 27, 20223 min read
198 views


Vulvas vs vaginas – what can I say?
Do the words vulva and vagina make you uncomfortable? If so, why? Get vocal with our 10 thought-provoking, conversation-starting questions
Leah Jewett
Jan 27, 20226 min read
313 views

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
Leah Jewett
Jan 6, 20223 min read
50 views


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
Leah Jewett
Jan 6, 20224 min read
180 views


Now I Can Breathe: tackling male violence
Sex ed begins at home – and parents talking openly with their kids about sex-ed topics helps tackle violence against women and girls (VAWG)
Leah Jewett
Nov 21, 20215 min read
300 views


“She rolls her eyes at me…”: how to talk positively with kids about sex
Consent, body parts, a Doing It checklist and the word “nice”: sex educator Jonny Hunt helps parents talk openly with their kids about sex
Leah Jewett
Nov 10, 202111 min read
158 views


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
Leah Jewett
Oct 28, 20219 min read
113 views


“One day you’ll have sex…”: how to talk with children and young people about pleasure and consent
Consent and pleasure are two of the most vital, and daunting, sex and relationships topics to talk with your kids about. Here’s how to start
Leah Jewett
Sep 14, 202113 min read
200 views


Secret slut pages & talking sexting with kids: Dr Megan Maas
How can parents talk to their kids about sexting? Take a few tips from Dr Megan Maas, whose new study on slut pages also touches on consent
Leah Jewett
Jul 29, 20212 min read
87 views

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
Leah Jewett
Mar 18, 202110 min read
102 views

8 burning sex ed questions + 8 quick answers
First look at your own experiences and values about love, intimacy, sex, relationships. Use correct terms for body parts. Be LGBT+ inclusive
Leah Jewett
Feb 18, 20212 min read
113 views


Tough questions, quick answers and true-to-life paper dolls
One mantra I have with parents is: “The fact that you’re talking is important. You don’t have to do it perfectly, because you just don’t”
Leah Jewett
Feb 18, 202111 min read
270 views


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
Leah Jewett
Feb 4, 20216 min read
132 views


Digital romance & lockdown love – sexting expertise from Dr Emily Setty
What does your child understand sexting to be? Maybe your daughter hasn't heard of dick pics; maybe your son isn't involved in image sharing
Leah Jewett
Feb 4, 202114 min read
277 views


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…”
Leah Jewett
Dec 10, 20209 min read
80 views