Talking to preteens about Sex

Romance and sex can begin between 11 and 14 – and 4 out of 10 teens feel pressured to have sex from sex-ed classes.

In an increasingly sexualized world, you might be surprised at what your preteen needs to know.

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Talking to Preteens about Sex | What Does God Think About Sex?
What Does God Think About Sex?
with Juli Slattery
August 23, 2018

God created each one of us as a sexual being. How does that fact influence who we are? Clinical psychologist and author Dr. Juli Slattery encourages parents to talk to their children about God's design for sexuality, even if the conversation is awkward.

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Talking to Preteens about Sex | Changing Our Thinking About Human Sexuality
Changing Our Thinking About Human Sexuality
with Juli Slattery
August 24, 2018

Dr. Juli Slattery, author of "ReThinking Sexuality," explains what it means when parents sexually disciple their children on the biblical view of sex.

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Talking to Preteens about Sex | What Does God Think About Sex?
What Does God Think About Sex?
with Juli Slattery
August 23, 2018

God created each one of us as a sexual being. How does that fact influence who we are? Clinical psychologist and author Dr. Juli Slattery encourages parents to talk to their children about God's design for sexuality, even if the conversation is awkward.

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Talking to Preteens about Sex | Changing Our Thinking About Human Sexuality
Changing Our Thinking About Human Sexuality
with Juli Slattery
August 24, 2018

Dr. Juli Slattery, author of "ReThinking Sexuality," explains what it means when parents sexually disciple their children on the biblical view of sex.

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Talking to Preteens about Sex | Don’t Be a Conversation Short
Don’t Be a Conversation Short
with Josh Mulvihill
July 16, 2018

The Bible has plenty to say to your kids about sex and marriage, says author Josh Mulvihill. In Genesis 2:24, God defines marriage and gives the purpose and meaning of sex and gender.

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Talking to Preteens about Sex | Parenting Bootcamp: Dating 101
Parenting Bootcamp: Dating 101
with Ben Stuart
May 4, 2019

Ben Stuart gives some guidelines for parents to consider as they prepare their kids for the dating years.

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Talking to Preteens about Sex | Don’t Be a Conversation Short
Don’t Be a Conversation Short
with Josh Mulvihill
July 16, 2018

The Bible has plenty to say to your kids about sex and marriage, says author Josh Mulvihill. In Genesis 2:24, God defines marriage and gives the purpose and meaning of sex and gender.

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Talking to Preteens about Sex | Parenting Bootcamp: Dating 101
Parenting Bootcamp: Dating 101
with Ben Stuart
May 4, 2019

Ben Stuart gives some guidelines for parents to consider as they prepare their kids for the dating years.

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RESOURCES

Authentic Intimacy is a unique teaching ministry devoted to teaching on God’s design for intimacy and sexuality. Their vision is represented by two words that are rarely put together: sexual discipleship.®
How do you talk to young kids about sex? Keep conversations small and have them often. Justin and Lindsey Holcomb are back to share insights on talking to your kids about their bodies, God’s design for sexuality, and the boundaries of healthy touch.
How do you respond when your child is struggling with gender identity? In this episode, Juli is joined by friends from Axis.org to help you understand how Gen Z perceives gender, and how to walk alongside a young person you love who is struggling.

RESOURCES

Authentic Intimacy is a unique teaching ministry devoted to teaching on God’s design for intimacy and sexuality. Their vision is represented by two words that are rarely put together: sexual discipleship.®
How do you talk to young kids about sex? Keep conversations small and have them often. Justin and Lindsey Holcomb are back to share insights on talking to your kids about their bodies, God’s design for sexuality, and the boundaries of healthy touch.
How do you respond when your child is struggling with gender identity? In this episode, Juli is joined by friends from Axis.org to help you understand how Gen Z perceives gender, and how to walk alongside a young person you love who is struggling.
We used to say, “If you don’t talk to your kids about sex, someone else will.” These days, there is no more “if” about it! Whether it’s a movie, social media, or a friend at school, you can count on something or someone else talking to your kids about sex.
How do you create an environment in your home where your kids feel OK talking about sex? When they struggle, how do you protect their privacy and still get support from other parents?
We used to say, “If you don’t talk to your kids about sex, someone else will.” These days, there is no more “if” about it! Whether it’s a movie, social media, or a friend at school, you can count on something or someone else talking to your kids about sex.
How do you create an environment in your home where your kids feel OK talking about sex? When they struggle, how do you protect their privacy and still get support from other parents?