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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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Trisha Pasricha
Physician, gastroenterologist, assistant professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School
Harvard Medical School
Episode: You’ve Been Pooping All Wrong!
Brooklyn Raney
Research practitioner and author focused on trusted adults
One Trusted Adult / One Trusted Adult (organization)
Episode: The Role of Trusted Adults
Laurie Santos
Professor of Psychology at Yale; expert on happiness
Yale University
Episode: Can We Make Our Kids Happy? with Laurie Santos
Jonathan Haidt
Social psychologist and author, known for work on morality, culture, and adolescent development
New York University (academic)
Episode: Our Tech Debate with Jonathan Haidt + Catherine Price
Catherine Price
Science writer and author focused on technology's impact on daily life
Independent author
Episode: Our Tech Debate with Jonathan Haidt + Catherine Price
Dr. Tyson
Pediatric and adolescent gynecologist; NASPAC member
Pediatric Adolescent Gynecology physician
Episode: Gynecology for Kids & Teens: Yes, It’s a Thing!
Dr. Joseph Sanfilippo
Tenure professor of obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive sciences
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Episode: Gynecology for Kids & Teens: Yes, It’s a Thing!
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

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Cara Natterson
Host of the show and pediatrician
Vanessa Kroll Bennett
Co-host and author

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 498 ratings
  • OMG OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    I’ve herd of you on ‘the smart girl’s podcast with Shay & Jess’!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ‘The smart girl’s podcast…’ isn’t favorite!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M.D🙂
    United Statesa month ago
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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
    💅 ĞURŁŁY 💅
    Canada5 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 States6 months ago
  • 🤩 🤩 🤩 🤩 🤩

    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 💅
    Canada7 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
    Canada10 months ago

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Helpful, practical parenting guidance with evidence-based insights
Shows diversity of guests and topics, with strong emphasis on teen well-being and family communication
High-quality mix of science and everyday life anecdotes
Hosts are relatable, funny, and trustworthy resources for navigating puberty and teen years
Listeners appreciate actionable scripts and real-world applications for parenting

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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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