9 reasons you should be your tween’s sex ed teacher

So… who should be teaching your child about sex, relationships and growing up?If you’ve ever worried you’ll say the wrong thing, or thought, “Surely school will handle this…” – this episode is for you.
Because the truth is, no one is better positioned to support your tween through sex ed than you. And in this episode, I’ll walk you through 9 reasons why that’s true (even if it doesn’t feel true yet).

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In this episode

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode of Sex Ed for Tween Parents:

  • Why you don’t need to be a sex ed expert (or even feel confident yet!)
  • The 9 life-changing things that happen when you lead the conversation
  • The unexpected benefits – like better communication, delayed sexual activity, and safer choices
  • Why it’s never too early (or too late) to get started

One-minute challenge

Your challenge this week is simple:
Choose one thing you wish you’d known about growing up, sex or puberty at your child’s age.
Then, plan a moment to bring it up this week.
It could be as simple as: “I used to think periods would be awful, but they weren’t as bad as I imagined.”
Your stories matter – and they help your child feel less alone.

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Find practical tools to educate kids about sex education in the Sex Ed Shop

Want more help?

Sex ed doesn’t have to feel awkward or overwhelming. If you want a little extra support to get the convos flowing…

Download my free guide:
5 Cringe-Free Strategies to Naturally Start Sex Ed Conversations
👉 cringefreestrategies.com

Check out the Q&A Guides in the Sex Ed Shop
They tell you exactly what to say (and what not to say) when tricky questions come up.
👉 Sex Ed Shop

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More resources you’ll love

  • Puberty 101 Page
    Your go-to hub for all things puberty – including blogposts, guides, and tools to help your child feel confident and prepared.
    👉 Visit the Puberty 101 page
  • The Sex Ed Shop
    Need help figuring out what to say (and how to say it)? The shop is packed with ready-to-use guides, workbooks, and cheat sheets for every tricky topic.
    👉 Browse the Sex Ed Shop
  • My Top 10 Favourite Puberty Books
    Short on time? Here’s my personal shortlist of the 10 best puberty books I recommend most often to parents.
    👉 Check out my top 10 puberty books
  • Complete List of Puberty Books
    Explore a curated list of puberty books for different ages, genders, and topics—so you can find the right fit for your child.
    👉 See all recommended puberty books

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You’re helping more families have the shame-free, honest conversations every child deserves.

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Cath Hakanson is a qualified family sex educator, sexual health nurse and author with 30+ years of clinical and education experience. As an AuDHD parent of two neurodivergent children, she creates clear, practical sex ed resources that help parents talk about bodies, puberty, consent, porn, relationships and sex without shame or judgement.