Dr Lisa on TT for Boys
Why should I come to a puberty program for BOYS?
Body Safety
Dr. Carrie talks about how to talk to your kids about body safety.
13 Thoughts on 13 Reasons Why
Are you watching "13 Reasons Why" on Netflix? I just finished watching the drama and found it to be an emotionally raw and likely realistic depiction of teenage life today. So here are Dr. Carrie’s.. 13 Thoughts on 13 reasons [...]
Part of the Normal Life Cycle
I am normally blogging about puberty and all of its perils and pitfalls, but recently, another life event has taken place. Unfortunately, there was a death in the family: my husband’s 98 year old grandmother passed away last night. It [...]
Talking to Kids about Sex: Earlier is Better
Creating Turning Teen has been an eye opening experience in so many ways. One of the most interesting things to see is how people have such vastly differing views about what is “right” in terms of introducing tough topics like [...]
When should I start talking to my kids about puberty and sex?
So many parents wonder what age is the right age to start talking to your kids about their bodies or about how babies are made. Our programs at Turning Teen start at age 8- should you start then? We believe [...]