
This is so awkward…but it doesn’t have to be. These days, puberty starts earlier, lasts longer, and happens with a cellphone in hand. The most trusted voices on puberty, Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett, are here to remove cringe from this stage of life – not just for kids going through it but also the adults who care about them. With science, guidance and humor, they cover all the phy... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 379 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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The world around kids’ access to technology is changing at lightning speed – from bell-to-bell school phone bans to the re-emergence of the landline to governmental social media limits for those under 16. No one has been more at the center of these s... more
Two particularly powerful forces affecting boys – looksmaxxing and the manosphere – have gone mainstream. If you care about boys and young men, you must educate yourself in order to talk to them. Looksmaxxing and the manosphere have a fair amount of ... more
When people think of gynecology, they usually think of care that happens for older teens and adults, from birth control to pregnancy to menopause. But there’s a whole world of gynecologic conditions that affect young girls and adolescents, too. Dr Ni... more
Exams have always been a stressful part of growing up. But layer on growing college admissions pressure, spiraling teen mental health, and recognition of the wide variety of learning styles, and the volume turns way up. This episode was prompted by a... more
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Okay y’all, I know this is like for parents and stuff.. but like Im fourteen and I LUV THIS!! I don’t know but like it’s just so helpful, but yeah
TYSM! 💅 ĞURŁŁY 💅
I know I’m about to be in the thick of it with my tween and learning from Vanessa & Cara’s wisdom is incredibly reassuring.
Okay y’all, I know this is like for parents and stuff.. but like Im thirteen and I LUV THIS!! I don’t know but like it’s just so helpful, but yeah
TYSM! 💅 ĞURŁŁY 💅
This is a great and informative show, Cara and Vanessa, don’t quit this show no matter what people think. You guys are awesome and funny
This is a great and informative show, Cara and Vanessa, don’t quit this show no matter what people think. You guys are awesome and funny
#discharge is elegant
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Focused on navigating the often challenging and awkward phase of puberty, this show aims to support both the adolescents experiencing these changes and their caregivers. Through a combination of expert insight and relatable humor, the hosts address various topics including sexuality education, safety, emotional well-being, and technology use among teens. Unique elements of this show include an emphasis on evidence-based practices and practical strategies for fostering communication about sensitive issues like consent, mental health, and personal safety, which can often feel daunting for parents and children alike.
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