Episodios

  • “Mum, what’s a…?” How to respond without panicking
    Oct 17 2025

    You’re halfway through dinner when your child asks, “Mum, what’s a…?” 😳

    In this episode, we’ll cover how to answer tricky sex ed questions with calm, honest, age-appropriate replies - no panic (or PhD) required.

    👉 Want more? Get five cringe-free strategies to naturally start sex ed conversations with your tween or teen tonight.

    Simple. Easy. Free.

    🔗 cringefreestrategies.com

    ✅ In this episode:
    • Why kids ask questions about sex, bodies, and relationships (and what they really want from you)
    • A calm 5-step plan for responding - even when you feel clueless
    • How to delay the convo without shutting it down
    • What to say if you don’t know the answer (and why honesty helps)
    • Ways to gently open the door if your child never asks questions
    • Signs you’re doing a great job - even if it doesn’t always feel like it

    📌 Next steps:

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    📺 Subscribe on YouTube for more tips + tools

    🛍️ Visit the Sex Ed Shop for practical parent-friendly resources

    📚 Browse puberty books by age, gender, topic—and whether they talk about sex or not

    🐦🐝 Find everything you need to teach sex ed without shame, fear or embarrassment

    🎂 Access age-by-age guides to support sex education from toddler to teen

    🙏 Say thanks:

    If you loved this episode, would you leave me a review? It helps more parents get one step ahead of whatever curveball their tween throws at them!

    🦄 About Cath Hakanson

    If you want to teach your tween about sex without fear or awkwardness, then I’m the sex educator that families across the globe turn to. An author, certified sexologist and a wonderfully AuDHD mother of two neurodivergent kids, I’m real, relatable and totally unshockable. I simplify sex ed so parents (like you) can start teaching their tween about sex ed. Minus the cringe or shame!

    👩‍⚖️ Disclaimer

    This podcast represents the views, opinions and education of it’s host and has been produced with the intention that it acts purely as general information. It is not intended to be taken or used as a substitute for medical or other professional advice. We do not assume any responsibility for any liability, loss, damage or risk that may follow from the use or reliance of this podcast episode.

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    10 m
  • From too late to TMI: The mistakes that make sex ed harder than it needs to be
    Oct 10 2025

    Worried you’ve said too much - or not enough? You’re not alone.

    In this episode, we’ll unpack 6 common sex ed mistakes parents make - and how small tweaks can make things easier and more effective.

    👉 Want more? Get five cringe-free strategies to naturally start sex ed conversations with your tween or teen tonight.

    Simple. Easy. Free.

    🔗 cringefreestrategies.com

    ✅ In this episode:
    • Why waiting too long to start the convo often backfires
    • What happens when you only talk about your child’s body (and not others)
    • How little chats build trust more than big talks ever could
    • Why diversity, empathy and body awareness matter for every tween
    • What your child really wants - and expects - from you
    • The surprising reason you’re already more prepared than you think

    📌 Next steps:

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    📥 Download your free guide: cringefreestrategies.com

    📺 Subscribe on YouTube for more tips + tools

    🛍️ Visit the Sex Ed Shop for practical parent-friendly resources

    📚 Browse puberty books by age, gender, topic—and whether they talk about sex or not

    🐦🐝 Find everything you need to teach sex ed without shame, fear or embarrassment

    🎂 Access age-by-age guides to support sex education from toddler to teen

    🙏 Say thanks:

    If you loved this episode, would you leave me a review? It helps more parents get one step ahead of whatever curveball their tween throws at them!

    🦄 About Cath Hakanson

    If you want to teach your tween about sex without fear or awkwardness, then I’m the sex educator that families across the globe turn to. An author, certified sexologist and a wonderfully AuDHD mother of two neurodivergent kids, I’m real, relatable and totally unshockable. I simplify sex ed so parents (like you) can start teaching their tween about sex ed. Minus the cringe or shame!

    👩‍⚖️ Disclaimer

    This podcast represents the views, opinions and education of it’s host and has been produced with the intention that it acts purely as general information. It is not intended to be taken or used as a substitute for medical or other professional advice. We do not assume any responsibility for any liability, loss, damage or risk that may follow from the use or reliance of this podcast episode.

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    10 m
  • Puberty Talk for Non-Binary Kids (Without the Gendered Scripts)
    Oct 3 2025

    Most puberty advice is written for “boys” or “girls” - but what if your child doesn’t fit neatly into either? This episode walks you through how to talk about puberty in a gender-neutral way - so your child feels safe, supported, and seen.

    👉 Want more? Get five cringe-free strategies to naturally start sex ed conversations with your tween or teen tonight.

    Simple. Easy. Free.

    🔗 cringefreestrategies.com

    ✅ In this episode:
    • Why most puberty books and lessons leave gender-diverse kids out - and how to fill the gap
    • What to say when puberty changes don’t match how your child sees themselves
    • How to explain things like discharge, erections, periods, or voice changes without gendered language
    • Ways to support your child’s comfort - like clothing choices, binding, or puberty blockers
    • How to talk early, check for understanding, and gently support kids showing signs of dysphoria

    📌 Next steps:

    ➡️ Follow or subscribe in your podcast app so you never miss an episode

    📥 Download your free guide: cringefreestrategies.com

    📺 Subscribe on YouTube for more tips + tools

    🛍️ Visit the Sex Ed Shop for practical parent-friendly resources

    📚 Browse puberty books by age, gender, topic—and whether they talk about sex or not

    🐦🐝 Find everything you need to teach sex ed without shame, fear or embarrassment

    🎂 Access age-by-age guides to support sex education from toddler to teen

    🙏 Say thanks:

    If you loved this episode, would you leave me a review? It helps more parents get one step ahead of whatever curveball their tween throws at them!

    🦄 About Cath Hakanson

    If you want to teach your tween about sex without fear or awkwardness, then I’m the sex educator that families across the globe turn to. An author, certified sexologist and a wonderfully AuDHD mother of two neurodivergent kids, I’m real, relatable and totally unshockable. I simplify sex ed so parents (like you) can start teaching their tween about sex ed. Minus the cringe or shame!

    👩‍⚖️ Disclaimer

    This podcast represents the views, opinions and education of it’s host and has been produced with the intention that it acts purely as general information. It is not intended to be taken or used as a substitute for medical or other professional advice. We do not assume any responsibility for any liability, loss, damage or risk that may follow from the use or reliance of this podcast episode.

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    12 m
  • From periods to boobs: What tween girls need to know
    Sep 26 2025

    Think your daughter knows what’s coming with puberty? She might not. In this episode, I’ll walk you through 9 changes every girl (or child with ovaries) needs to know - before puberty is in full swing.

    Because when she hears it from you, she’s less likely to feel confused, anxious or ashamed - and more likely to feel confident and calm.

    👉 Want more? Get five cringe-free strategies to naturally start sex ed conversations with your tween or teen tonight.

    Simple. Easy. Free.

    🔗 cringefreestrategies.com

    ✅ In this episode:
    • The signs puberty is starting - and why every girl’s timeline looks different
    • The one thing that often surprises girls (and why we should prep them early)
    • Why discharge is normal - and a helpful heads-up before periods begin
    • The body image shift no one warns girls about
    • How to explain emotions, cramps, body odour, and more - without shame
    • Why you are still the best person to guide your daughter through all of this

    📌 Next steps:

    ➡️ Follow or subscribe in your podcast app so you never miss an episode

    📥 Download your free guide: cringefreestrategies.com

    📺 Subscribe on YouTube for more tips + tools

    🛍️ Visit the Sex Ed Shop for practical parent-friendly resources

    📚 Browse puberty books by age, gender, topic—and whether they talk about sex or not

    🐦🐝 Find everything you need to teach sex ed without shame, fear or embarrassment

    🎂 Access age-by-age guides to support sex education from toddler to teen

    🙏 Say thanks:

    If you loved this episode, would you leave me a review? It helps more parents get one step ahead of whatever curveball their tween throws at them!

    🦄 About Cath Hakanson

    If you want to teach your tween about sex without fear or awkwardness, then I’m the sex educator that families across the globe turn to. An author, certified sexologist and a wonderfully AuDHD mother of two neurodivergent kids, I’m real, relatable and totally unshockable. I simplify sex ed so parents (like you) can start teaching their tween about sex ed. Minus the cringe or shame!

    👩‍⚖️ Disclaimer

    This podcast represents the views, opinions and education of it’s host and has been produced with the intention that it acts purely as general information. It is not intended to be taken or used as a substitute for medical or other professional advice. We do not assume any responsibility for any liability, loss, damage or risk that may follow from the use or reliance of this podcast episode.

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    13 m
  • Talking puberty with your son? Start with these 6 things
    Sep 19 2025

    You want your son to feel confident about his changing body - but where do you even start? In this episode, I’ll walk you through 6 puberty changes that every boy (or tween with testicles) should hear about - clearly, calmly, and without embarrassment.

    👉 Want more? Get five cringe-free strategies to naturally start sex ed conversations with your tween or teen tonight.

    Simple. Easy. Free.

    🔗 cringefreestrategies.com

    ✅ In this episode:
    • 6 honest, medically accurate puberty changes your son needs to know
    • What to say about erections, wet dreams, and voice cracks - without awkwardness
    • Why hygiene and emotions matter just as much as body changes
    • How to approach puberty convos without pressure or lectures

    📌 Next steps:

    ➡️ Follow or subscribe in your podcast app so you never miss an episode

    📥 Download your free guide: cringefreestrategies.com

    📺 Subscribe on YouTube for more tips + tools

    🛍️ Visit the Sex Ed Shop for practical parent-friendly resources

    📚 Browse puberty books by age, gender, topic—and whether they talk about sex or not

    🐦🐝 Find everything you need to teach sex ed without shame, fear or embarrassment

    🎂 Access age-by-age guides to support sex education from toddler to teen

    🙏 Say thanks:

    If you loved this episode, would you leave me a review? It helps more parents get one step ahead of whatever curveball their tween throws at them!

    🦄 About Cath Hakanson

    If you want to teach your tween about sex without fear or awkwardness, then I’m the sex educator that families across the globe turn to. An author, certified sexologist and a wonderfully AuDHD mother of two neurodivergent kids, I’m real, relatable and totally unshockable. I simplify sex ed so parents (like you) can start teaching their tween about sex ed. Minus the cringe or shame!

    👩‍⚖️ Disclaimer

    This podcast represents the views, opinions and education of it’s host and has been produced with the intention that it acts purely as general information. It is not intended to be taken or used as a substitute for medical or other professional advice. We do not assume any responsibility for any liability, loss, damage or risk that may follow from the use or reliance of this podcast episode.

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    11 m
  • Think you’ve covered puberty? Double-check this list first
    Sep 12 2025

    Already had the puberty talk with your tween? Awesome - but there’s a good chance they still haven’t heard everything they need. In this episode, I’ll walk you through six must-share messages that go beyond the basics to help your child feel confident, calm and ready for all the changes ahead.

    👉 Want more? Get five cringe-free strategies to naturally start sex ed conversations with your tween or teen tonight.

    Simple. Easy. Free.

    🔗 cringefreestrategies.com

    ✅ In this episode:
    • The 6 big-picture messages tweens really need to hear about puberty
    • Why the physical changes are only one part of the story
    • How to explain feelings, confusion and “is this normal?” questions without awkwardness
    • A real talk on why knowledge helps kids feel more in control - not less

    📌 Next steps:

    ➡️ Follow or subscribe in your podcast app so you never miss an episode

    📥 Download your free guide: cringefreestrategies.com

    📺 Subscribe on YouTube for more tips + tools

    🛍️ Visit the Sex Ed Shop for practical parent-friendly resources

    📚 Browse puberty books by age, gender, topic—and whether they talk about sex or not

    🐦🐝 Find everything you need to teach sex ed without shame, fear or embarrassment

    🎂 Access age-by-age guides to support sex education from toddler to teen

    🙏 Say thanks:

    If you loved this episode, would you leave me a review? It helps more parents get one step ahead of whatever curveball their tween throws at them!

    🦄 About Cath Hakanson

    If you want to teach your tween about sex without fear or awkwardness, then I’m the sex educator that families across the globe turn to. An author, certified sexologist and a wonderfully AuDHD mother of two neurodivergent kids, I’m real, relatable and totally unshockable. I simplify sex ed so parents (like you) can start teaching their tween about sex ed. Minus the cringe or shame!

    👩‍⚖️ Disclaimer

    This podcast represents the views, opinions and education of it’s host and has been produced with the intention that it acts purely as general information. It is not intended to be taken or used as a substitute for medical or other professional advice. We do not assume any responsibility for any liability, loss, damage or risk that may follow from the use or reliance of this podcast episode.

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    10 m
  • Want better sex ed chats? Here’s the secret sauce
    Sep 5 2025

    Ever walk away from a sex ed convo feeling like you fumbled it? 😬 You’re not alone. In this episode, I’ll share the secret sauce that makes sex ed chats smoother, clearer, and more aligned with your family values. No scripts. No shame. Just a simple 3-step framework that works.

    👉 Want more? Get five cringe-free strategies to naturally start sex ed conversations with your tween or teen tonight.

    Simple. Easy. Free.

    🔗 cringefreestrategies.com

    ✅ In this episode:
    • The “magic trio” that makes every sex ed convo easier and more meaningful
    • Why sharing your values doesn’t mean avoiding the facts
    • What to say when your child asks a tough question (with real-life examples!)
    • How to guide your child with boundaries - without shame or fear

    📌 Next steps:

    ➡️ Follow or subscribe in your podcast app so you never miss an episode

    📥 Download your free guide: cringefreestrategies.com

    📺 Subscribe on YouTube for more tips + tools

    🛍️ Visit the Sex Ed Shop for practical parent-friendly resources

    📚 Browse puberty books by age, gender, topic—and whether they talk about sex or not

    🐦🐝 Find everything you need to teach sex ed without shame, fear or embarrassment

    🎂 Access age-by-age guides to support sex education from toddler to teen

    🙏 Say thanks:

    If you loved this episode, would you leave me a review? It helps more parents get one step ahead of whatever curveball their tween throws at them!

    🦄 About Cath Hakanson

    If you want to teach your tween about sex without fear or awkwardness, then I’m the sex educator that families across the globe turn to. An author, certified sexologist and a wonderfully AuDHD mother of two neurodivergent kids, I’m real, relatable and totally unshockable. I simplify sex ed so parents (like you) can start teaching their tween about sex ed. Minus the cringe or shame!

    👩‍⚖️ Disclaimer

    This podcast represents the views, opinions and education of it’s host and has been produced with the intention that it acts purely as general information. It is not intended to be taken or used as a substitute for medical or other professional advice. We do not assume any responsibility for any liability, loss, damage or risk that may follow from the use or reliance of this podcast episode.

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    11 m
  • What age-appropriate really means in tween sex ed
    Aug 29 2025

    Worried that explaining something like a sex toy or porn will “ruin their innocence”? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’ll show you what age-appropriate really means - and how to answer even tricky questions without overexposing your child or making it weird.

    👉 Want more? Get five cringe-free strategies to naturally start sex ed conversations with your tween or teen tonight.

    Simple. Easy. Free.

    🔗 cringefreestrategies.com

    ✅ In this episode:
    • What makes a conversation “age-appropriate” (it’s not the topic - it’s the explanation)
    • Why kids ask about sex toys, porn or adult content - and how to respond calmly
    • How to explain complex or “adult” topics in simple, safe, child-friendly language
    • What happens when we avoid the conversation (and who answers their questions instead)

    📌 Next steps:

    ➡️ Follow or subscribe in your podcast app so you never miss an episode

    📥 Download your free guide: cringefreestrategies.com

    📺 Subscribe on YouTube for more tips + tools

    🛍️ Visit the Sex Ed Shop for practical parent-friendly resources

    📚 Browse puberty books by age, gender, topic—and whether they talk about sex or not

    🐦🐝 Find everything you need to teach sex ed without shame, fear or embarrassment

    🎂 Access age-by-age guides to support sex education from toddler to teen

    🙏 Say thanks:

    If you loved this episode, would you leave me a review? It helps more parents get one step ahead of whatever curveball their tween throws at them!

    🦄 About Cath Hakanson

    If you want to teach your tween about sex without fear or awkwardness, then I’m the sex educator that families across the globe turn to. An author, certified sexologist and a wonderfully AuDHD mother of two neurodivergent kids, I’m real, relatable and totally unshockable. I simplify sex ed so parents (like you) can start teaching their tween about sex ed. Minus the cringe or shame!

    👩‍⚖️ Disclaimer

    This podcast represents the views, opinions and education of it’s host and has been produced with the intention that it acts purely as general information. It is not intended to be taken or used as a substitute for medical or other professional advice. We do not assume any responsibility for any liability, loss, damage or risk that may follow from the use or reliance of this podcast episode.

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    9 m