From periods to boobs: What tween girls need to know
Think your daughter knows what’s coming with puberty? She might not. In this episode, I’ll walk you through 9 changes every girl (or child with ovaries) needs to know - before puberty is in full swing.
Because when she hears it from you, she’s less likely to feel confused, anxious or ashamed - and more likely to feel confident and calm.
👉 Want more? Get five cringe-free strategies to naturally start sex ed conversations with your tween or teen tonight.
Simple. Easy. Free.
✅ In this episode:
- The signs puberty is starting - and why every girl’s timeline looks different
- The one thing that often surprises girls (and why we should prep them early)
- Why discharge is normal - and a helpful heads-up before periods begin
- The body image shift no one warns girls about
- How to explain emotions, cramps, body odour, and more - without shame
- Why you are still the best person to guide your daughter through all of this
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📚 Browse puberty books by age, gender, topic—and whether they talk about sex or not
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🎂 Access age-by-age guides to support sex education from toddler to teen
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🦄 About Cath Hakanson
If 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!
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This 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.
