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How to Talk to Your Teen About What They Watch Online

Narda Skov

Dec 42 min read

How to Talk to Your Teen About What They Watch Online

As the holiday vacation nears and young ones have more free time, it is helpful to use this time to begin (or continue) conversations...

Do's & Don'ts for Talking to Kids About Bullying

Narda Skov

Oct 114 min read

Do's & Don'ts for Talking to Kids About Bullying

The school year is in full swing and it is important to make sure our kids are developing healthy relationships. Sometimes though those...

Narda Skov

Aug 192 min read

Is Your Relationship Healthy?

With summer winding down, and most youth returning back to school and planning for the year ahead. Don't forget. to check in on your...

Narda Skov

Jul 222 min read

Is Melatonin OK for Teens?

Is your tween or teen struggling with sleep? Should teens use melatonin for sleep? Not getting enough sleep can lead to some really...

How to Do a Social Media Reset With Teens This Summer

Narda Skov

Jul 122 min read

How to Do a Social Media Reset With Teens This Summer

Here to Help is a wonderful series from the NY Times and (with permission) I like to share anything that is relevant to Teens and their...

Narda Skov

Jul 82 min read

The Basics of H.I.V.

What is H.I.V.? H.I.V. is the Human Immunodeficiency Virus. A virus is a microscopic organism or complex molecule that multiplies in...

Q: What is the right age to start talking about sexual abuse prevention? A: Any age! From age 1 - 15+ - what you can say.

Narda Skov

Jun 292 min read

Q: What is the right age to start talking about sexual abuse prevention? A: Any age! From age 1 - 15+ - what you can say.

Ages 1+: Teach the anatomy using correct terms and names for body parts, not slang or cute names. Empower your young one by giving them...

Narda Skov

Jun 282 min read

40 Positive Things to Say to Your Kids!

One sure fire way to get your kids to start talking is to have the right thing to say to them and responding to compliments or positive...

Tips for Talking to Your Kids About Puberty & Sex!

Narda Skov

Jun 245 min read

Tips for Talking to Your Kids About Puberty & Sex!

Getting started can be difficult, embarrassing and we may not feel we have all of the answers and we may not know where to start. If you...

Narda Skov

Jun 211 min read

L.A. School District Bans Cell Phones

*Reprinted from today's news! Yay Los Angeles School District. The Los Angeles Unified School District voted Tuesday, June 18, to ban...

Narda Skov

May 292 min read

Masturbation: How much is too much?

Is there such a thing as too much masturbation? Quick answer - possibly. But, how much is too much masturbation? Some people are...

Narda Skov

Apr 232 min read

What in the world is Zyn?

What is Zyn you ask? Zyn is a new nicotine pouch product that was developed as a 'healthier alternative' to "Snus" - which are moist...

"Underestimated: The Wisdom and Power of Teenage Girls" is #MediaWeLike

Narda Skov

Mar 62 min read

"Underestimated: The Wisdom and Power of Teenage Girls" is #MediaWeLike

I LOVE the Representation Project and #Media We Like. As a middle school counselor and teacher for decades I showed Miss Representation...

Narda Skov

Feb 283 min read

When to Expect a First Period

When I am teaching one of the biggest questions young girls have is "When will I get my period?", or "How will I know?" It would be...

Narda Skov

Feb 282 min read

Red Flags in Teen (All) Relationships

Being in a new relationship is exciting, but learning how to be part of a relationship isn't always easy. Most teens enter...

Finding Resources & Support for Intimate Partner Violence (IPV)

Narda Skov

Feb 221 min read

Finding Resources & Support for Intimate Partner Violence (IPV)

February is Domestic Violence Awareness month and talking about healthy relationships is important, especially teaching them how to set...

Narda Skov

Feb 142 min read

Preteens Reading Adult Fiction

I have been reading some great articles from sexual health educators around the country posting for sexual health education). One post...

How to Use Misoprostol-Only for a Medication Abortion

Narda Skov

Feb 143 min read

How to Use Misoprostol-Only for a Medication Abortion

Over a year ago the Supreme Court handed down the Dobb's decision overturning of Roe v. Wade I feel it is important to continue to speak...

Narda Skov

Nov 7, 20232 min read

Tips for Talking About Vaping

Here is the third in a series of tip sheets for parents on important topics for tweens and teens. This one is about vaping and the...

Tips for Talking to Teens About Sex & Sexuality

Narda Skov

Oct 31, 20232 min read

Tips for Talking to Teens About Sex & Sexuality

More tips for talking with teens about sensitive and important topics! This is a second in a series of tips for parents - no matter how...