Amy Lang, M.A.

Just Say This! How to talk with ALL kids about sex!

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Are you dragging your feet about having the sex talks? Do you wish someone would just tell you what to say to your kid about this important part of life? You are in the right place. Whether your kid is neurotypical or neurodivergent, I've got ya. I'm Amy Lang, a sex and parent educator, and in my frank (really frank), opinionated, and full-of-swears-advice-column style parenting podcast, I answer real questions from real parents about the talks. I also provide topic-specific scripts so you can sound like a pro. Most episodes are a potluck of questions that run the gamut from abortion to porn a...

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Amy Lang, M.A.

Episodes

How to make all your convos with your kids short and sweet! With Mary Willcox Smith -- Episode 198 10.04.2024 1:00:10

GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 This episode's notes! My guest star Mary Willcox Smith ! Her book, The MicroStep Method for the Overwhelmed Parent is terrific! Get a free chapter here . BBK Bookstore is here Sex Talks with Tweens: What to Say & How to Say It is all scripts and some tips! Other resources My YouTube channel...

Boy masturbating in mom's bedroom; should you buy condoms in front of your kids; and is a body pillow OK for my teen? -- Episode 196 20.03.2024 14:11

GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 This episode's notes! Good old Amaze has great videos on masturbation (and more)! Show your kids ages 9+. Masturbation Females and Masturbation Birth Control Basics: Condoms, The Pill and The Patch Anime Body Pillows! Check some out here . BBK Bookstore is here Sex Talks with Tweens: What to...

What does sex positive mean? -- Episode 195 28.02.2024 7:57

GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 This episode's notes! The Meaning of Sex Positivity, Explained - My pal and colleague Nadine Thornhill is interviewed for this article! She's fab. Check her out here . Peggy Orenstein BBK Bookstore is here Sex Talks with Tweens: What to Say & How to Say It is all scripts and some tips! Oth...

The Valentines Edition: Telling a 6 year-old they can have a "girlfriend" as long as they get good grades; helping tweens navigate crushes; and are trans kiddo romantic sleepovers damaging? -- Episode 194 14.02.2024 17:22

GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 BBK Bookstore is here Sex Talks with Tweens: What to Say & How to Say It is all scripts and some tips! Other resources My YouTube channel is full of videos for you to watch! Get the details on the sex talks, sexual abuse prevention and even some vids you can watch with your kids. Sign up f...

Sugar dating with Casey O'Roarty and Christy Keating -- Episode 193 17.01.2024 42:06

GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 This episode's notes! Joyful Courage with Casey O'Roarty The Heartful Parent with Christy Keating BBK Bookstore is here Sex Talks with Tweens: What to Say & How to Say It is all scripts and some tips! Other resources My YouTube channel is full of videos for you to watch! Get the details on...

Neurodivergent kid struggles with impulse control and gal can't keep her hands out of her pants -- Episode 192 03.01.2024 20:31

GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 This episode's notes! Helping Women Period - provides FREE period products for homeless and low-income bleeders. BBK Bookstore is here Sex Talks with Tweens: What to Say & How to Say It is all scripts and some tips! Other resources My YouTube channel is full of videos for you to watch! Get...

How to tell adults to respect your kids' body-boundaries -- Episode 191 20.12.2023 10:31

GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 This episode's notes!

Funny sex talk stories from Huff Post part 2 -- Episode 190 13.12.2023 5:54

GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 This episode's notes! 31 Too Real Tweets about Parents Having 'The Talk' with Their Kids - Huffington Post BBK Bookstore is here Sex Talks with Tweens: What to Say & How to Say It is all scripts and some tips! Other resources My YouTube channel is full of videos for you to watch! Get the d...

How to talk about C-Sections -- Episode 185 06.12.2023 5:07

My two superpowers, Thanksgiving, and talking about Two-Spirit people -- Episode 187 06.12.2023 5:57

GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 This episode's notes! These folks do a great job of explaining the two-spirit identity. A terrifc list of books for kids and teens! Two-Spirit and Indigiqueer Children's and YA Book Lists BBK Bookstore is here Sex Talks with Tweens: What to Say & How to Say It is all scripts and some tips!...

Funny sex talk stories from Huff Post part 1 -- Episode 189 06.12.2023 7:04

GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 This episode's notes! 31 Too Real Tweets about Parents Having 'The Talk' with Their Kids - Huffington Post Sugar Dating podcast BBK Bookstore is here Sex Talks with Tweens: What to Say & How to Say It is all scripts and some tips! Other resources My YouTube channel is full of videos for yo...

4-year-old obsessed with private parts and a funny story about getting caught in the act -- Episode 188 29.11.2023 13:41

GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 This episode's notes! RAINN.org - To find a child advocacy center in your area Consent Parenting for support for surviors. Consent Parenting for support for surviors. Savvy Parents Safe Kids for general info to keep kids safe. BBK Bookstore is here Sex Talks with Tweens: What to Say & How to...

A fetus isn't a baby and gay marriage doesn't mean people will marry their pets, idiot! -- Episode 186 15.11.2023 8:34

GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 This episode's notes! Fetal Development Stages of Fetal Development Illustration Other resources BBK Bookstore is here Sex Talks with Tweens: What to Say & How to Say It is all scripts and some tips! My YouTube channel is full of videos for you to watch! Get the details on the sex talks,...

Kiddo thinks he isn't horny enough and the connection between sex talk freak out and porn exposure -- Episode 184 01.11.2023 14:49

GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 This episode's notes! What's wrong with a lack of interest in or desire for sex? Nothing . Sign up for my news letter and get helpful 7 Tips to Have Great Birds & Bees Talks – Birds & Bees & Kids BBK Bookstore is here Sex Talks with Tweens: What to Say & How to Say It is all scripts and...

How to talk about kink -- Episode 183 25.10.2023 5:21

GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 This episode's notes! Working the kinks out BBK Bookstore is here Sex Talks with Tweens: What to Say & How to Say It is all scripts and some tips! Other resources My YouTube channel is full of videos for you to watch! Get the details on the sex talks, sexual abuse prevention and even some...

Talking with neurodiverse kids about masturbation and what to do if your kiddo REALLY doesn't want to talk about sex -- Episode 182 18.10.2023 15:08

GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 This episode's notes! If your kid is neurodiverse and you'd like to be part of my focus group and get on my special newsletter list, send me an email. Amy@BirdsAndBeesAndKids.com Sign up for my news letter and get helpful 7 Tips to Have Great Birds & Bees Talks – Birds & Bees & Kids BBK...

The top 3 STIs and how to talk about them -- Episode 181 11.10.2023 11:19

GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 This episode's notes! What Are the 3 Most Common STIs? STDs and HIV (from Amaze.org for kids age 10+) BBK Bookstore is here Sex Talks with Tweens: What to Say & How to Say It is all scripts and some tips! Other resources My YouTube channel is full of videos for you to watch! Get the detail...

9-year-old is pushing boundaries with clothes and makeup, how to handle anime with a teen, and a funny sex talk story --Episode 180 04.10.2023 21:23

GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 This episode's notes! Check out my Instagram How to Talk to Your Daughter About Her Clothes Celebrate Your Body book Common Sense Media Assasination Classroom - watch here BBK Bookstore is here Sex Talks with Tweens: What to Say & How to Say It is all scripts and some tips! Other resourc...

Chirp: When is it okay for someone to have sex? -- Episode 179 27.09.2023 4:45

In this episode, Amy assigns a bit of homework. When is it okay for someone to have sex? You have to be able to answer this question for yourself before you can help your kids find the answer. Resources: My book: Birds & Bees & Your Kids: A Guide to Sharing Your Beliefs about Sexuality, Love, & Relationships GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the s...

Should younger teens be put on birth control and kid majorly breaks down (and shuts down the talks) after sex ed at school -- Episode 178 20.09.2023 24:49

In this episode, Amy answers a question about when to start birth control and offers help for a parent whose kid has shut down after sex ed at school. Resources: Learn more about Christy Keating and her amazing work at The Heartful Parent Collective . Safety of oral contraceptives for teenagers Amaze.org Every Body Curious GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answe...

Chirp: How to find your child a therapist if they have been porn exposed -- Episode 177 13.09.2023 5:28

In this episode, you'll learn how to find a therapist for your child if they have been porn exposed. Resources Join the postcarding movement! Safer Society Press to find a provider in your area if you have concerns about sexual abuse or porn exposure. GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 BBK Bookstore is here Sex Talks with...

Sex is on the table for 15-year-old kid with first girlfriend and kid watching "breast spanking" videos -- Episode 176 06.09.2023 16:48

In this episode, Amy answers a question from a mom about her 15 year-old and his interest in sex. Also, Amy offers advice to a parent who is concerned about her 12 year-old who is watching porn. Resources Join the postcarding movement! My dated (2014) book for teens Dating Smarts: What Teens Need to Know to Date, Relate or Wait! Helps with values clarifcation and making sure they know what they...

Porn exposed kiddo acting out and mom's abuse triggering her. Daughter cries when mom tries to talk to her. -- Episode 174 23.08.2023 13:21

GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 In this episode, Amy answers questions from the mail bag about porn exposure and how to talk with a kiddo who is distraught by the talks. Resources: Book: Good Pictures, Bad Pictures Amaze.org Other resources: BBK Bookstore is here My new book! Sex Talks with Tweens: What to Say & How to Say...

Chirp: Emergency Contraception -- Episode 173 16.08.2023 4:42

GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 BBK Bookstore is here In this episode, Amy talks about how to explain emergency contraception. Effect of levonorgestrel emergency contraception on implantation What is EC and How Does it Work? Info from the World Health Organization Resources My new book! Sex Talks with Tweens: What to S...

Kid buys tubular masturbation assistant and how to explain teen sister's pregnancy to her 8-year-old sibling -- Episode 172 09.08.2023 15:18

GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 In this episode, Amy answers questions about how a mom should handle a kid who bought a tubular masturbation assistant. Also, how to explain teen sister's pregnancy to her 8-year-old sibling Resources: Babeland has great sex toys! Feminist and birthed in Seattle Catamenial epilepsy Other re...