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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

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Recent Guests

Rosalind Wiseman
Author and expert on teen motivation and gender dynamics
Author of Queen Bees and Wannabes; Masterminds and Wingmen
Episode: The Hidden Science of Teen Motivation
Shafia Zaloom
Health educator, consultant, and author specializing in sexuality and relationship education.
Less Awkward
Episode: Getting Real About Sex Ed with Shafia Zaloom
Hilary Jacobs Hendel
Certified psychoanalyst and co-author of 'Parents Have Feelings Too'
Co-author of 'Parents Have Feelings Too'
Episode: Parents Have Feelings Too: Anger, Disgust + All the Messy Emotions
Julie Fraga
Clinical psychologist and co-author of 'Parents Have Feelings Too'
Co-author of 'Parents Have Feelings Too'
Episode: Parents Have Feelings Too: Anger, Disgust + All the Messy Emotions
Jenny Brehene Wallace
Author and speaker focusing on the concept of mattering and mental health.
Episode: Mattering in Today’s World
Rebecca Winthrop
Director of the Center for Universal Education at Brookings.
Brookings Institution
Episode: The Wild West of AI + Education
Meg Josephson
Licensed psychotherapist and author specializing in trauma-informed care and mindfulness.
Episode: “Are You Mad At Me?”
Erin Walsh
Co-founder of the Spark and Stitch Institute
Episode: Teens, Screens, and The Science of Adolescence
Eli Harwood
Licensed therapist and best-selling author
Raising Securely Attached Kids
Episode: The Power of Secure Attachment

Hosts

Dr. Cara Natterson
Co-host and educational consultant with expertise in adolescent health, helping parents navigate the complexities of puberty.
Vanessa Kroll Bennett
Co-host and educator specializing in parenting and adolescent development, providing insights into the teenage experience.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 489 ratings
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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 💅

    Apple Podcasts
    5
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    Canada2 months ago
  • Grateful to have this podcast!!!

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sklarra
    United States3 months ago
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    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 💅

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    💅 ĞURŁŁY 💅
    Canada5 months ago
  • ♥️

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Itsme dubs
    Canada8 months ago
  • ♥️

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Itsme dubs
    Canada8 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the blend of humor and expertise, making complex topics about puberty and parenting accessible and engaging.
Many reviews emphasize the podcast's practical advice and how it reassures parents about navigating challenging conversations with their children.
Listeners feel they are not alone in their parenting struggles, valuing the hosts' candid and relatable discussions.
The show is highly recommended for its ability to tackle awkward subjects with sensitivity and support, often cited as a reliable resource for parents.

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Getting Real About Sex Ed with Shafia Zaloom
Q: What should educators and parents do when a child asks a personal question?
Communicate that the question is interesting but may be personal, and encourage the child to focus on their own understanding.
Getting Real About Sex Ed with Shafia Zaloom
Q: How can parents approach these discussions with their children?
It's about engaging in organic moments and providing opportunities for reflection and dialogue.
Getting Real About Sex Ed with Shafia Zaloom
Q: What is the goal of sexuality education?
The goal is to help individuals understand themselves, their relationships, and to develop skills for safe practices and authentic connections.
Mattering in Today’s World
Q: Can you start us off with what you learned about mattering in reporting Never Enough?
The author reflects on the importance of youth's perception of mattering and how it contributes to their resilience, emphasizing that their sense of mattering is linked to their caregivers' perceptions.
Consent 101 for the Early Years
Q: How can parents begin the conversation about consent with their children?
Parents can model healthy conversations around boundaries and privacy from an early age, incorporating it into everyday life through normal discussions to reduce stigma.

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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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