Talking puberty with your son? Start with these 6 things
You want your son to feel confident about his changing body - but where do you even start? In this episode, I’ll walk you through 6 puberty changes that every boy (or tween with testicles) should hear about - clearly, calmly, and without embarrassment.
👉 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:
- 6 honest, medically accurate puberty changes your son needs to know
- What to say about erections, wet dreams, and voice cracks - without awkwardness
- Why hygiene and emotions matter just as much as body changes
- How to approach puberty convos without pressure or lectures
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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.
