Being a child’s trusted adult, especially their parent, is hard. Talk More aims to make one of the toughest parts of this role easier. We’re providing clear and accessible information and age appropriate resources for talking with kids and teens about all aspects of sexuality. We’ll help you figure out what to say, and how to say it.

Research indicates that the more children talk with the trusted adults in their lives, especially parents, about sex, love, and relationships, the more likely youth are to delay sex, have fewer partners, and have safer sex when they’re ready to make that choice.

Talk More provides a variety of supports for families who are talking with kids about sexuality:

• 5 Foundations of Sex Education: A Workbook: A downloadable or hard copy workbook that lets you explore the 5 Foundations of Talking to Kids about sexuality that are covered in our Parent & Family workshops independently, instead of in a group setting. The workbook contains a robust description of each principle and how to use it with kids, 6 reflection exercises to support you in practicing and planning ahead, and many linked resources to continue learning.

• Talk More Parent Planner: A “curriculum” for families that includes an age appropriate breakdown of topics, resources, and suggested conversation starters. Each Parent Planner includes high quality, medically accurate resources for adults and kids alike. The Parent Planner starts at Age 0-2!

• Recommended Book List: One thing we’re asked about most often is book recommendations. Download our recommended book list for kiddos age 0-12!

• Starting Conversations and Answering Questions: Specific guidance for being proactive about conversations about sex and responding to questions when they come up.

• Chest and Breast Self-Exam Guides: Use these in conversations with your kids to emphasize the importance of reproductive and sexual healthcare, including setting a baseline for your body to know what’s normal for themselves.

• Join a Live Parent & Family Workshop: Currently offered virtually and in the ATL area, Parent & Family workshops provide facilitated discussion among a supportive and welcoming peer environment that introduce the 5 Foundations of Talking to Kids about Sexuality, and can be tailored by age.

• Parent Prep: Before you start, it’s important to prepare yourself for how these conversations might go. We recommend starting with two resources: Amaze Jr. Parents and Planned Parenthood’s playlist for families.