The Birds & Bees - podcast cover

The Birds & Bees

The Birds & Bees•www.birds-bees.com
Education
Courses
Kids & Family
Parenting
{"_":"Hi! We're Mary Flo Ridley and Megan Michelson,  founders of the Birds & Bees online course. We are here to give parents the tools and confidence they need to have healthy conversations with their kids about sex.  From birth to babies to body parts - we've got a lot to talk about.  We want you to be equipped and empowered! \n","$":{"audioboom:html":"1"}}
Last refreshed: ⓘ
Follow this podcast in the Metacast mobile app to refresh it and see new episodes.
Follow on
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
RSS
YouTube
Overcast
Pocket Casts
Episodes.fm
Download Metacast podcast app
Podcasts are better in Metacast mobile app
Don't just listen to podcasts. Learn from them with transcripts, summaries, and chapters for every episode. Skim, search, and bookmark insights. Learn more

Episodes

7: Episode 007 - Protecting Our Kids from Pornography (featuring: Kristen Jenson, author of Good Pictures, Bad Pictures)

In this episode of the Birds & Bees podcast we are having an important discussion with Kristen Jenson, author of Good Pictures, Bad Pictures and founder of Defend Young Minds. ** Please note that this episode is for adults only as we are discussing the dangers of pornography ** Megan and Mary Flo talk to Kristen about how she got into this work and how we as parents can proactively protect our kids from pornography. Birds & Bees and Defend Young Minds share the mission of equipping and e...

Nov 18, 2021•42 min•Ep. 7

6: Episode 006 - Normalizing Periods

Your curious young child is digging through your purse and finds an intriguing treasure... your tampon! Our gut reaction might be to say, "Stop! Don't touch that!" What if we took advantage of these little moments and little minds instead of shaming and shushing something that is completely normal? Tune in to this episode of the Birds & Bees podcast to hear Mary Flo and Megan share practical ways parents can start talking to their young kids about periods. Want more talking tips? Check out o...

Oct 18, 2021•25 min•Ep. 6

5: Episode 005 - A Conversation About Modesty & Nudity

Join us as we discuss some of our most frequently asked questions about modesty and nudity. "When should I stop changing in front of my kids?" "When do my kids need to stop bathing together?" We also talk about proactive (and practical) ways to protect body parts when your kids are around other kids. Want to watch our online course? Check it out ---> www.birds-bees.com Follow us on IG for more talking tips ---> @birds__bees...

May 26, 2021•16 min•Ep. 5

4: Episode 004 - Kick Fear in the Rear

Are you dreading talking to your kids about sex? Afraid of this topic altogether? In today's episode we are talking about parents' most common fears: * I'm afraid I'll say the wrong thing * I'm afraid they will hear from someone else * I'm afraid of all the technology and sex saturated culture * I'm afraid it will be awkward * I'm afraid they'll ask me about my past Mary Flo and Megan talk through all these concerns and debunk these fears. Together we can tackle this topic and kick fear in the r...

Apr 20, 2021•29 min•Ep. 4

3: Episode 003 - Birds & Bees and Adoption : With Special Guest Megan Croft

Join us as we discuss how to navigate the the birds and bees conversations within adoptive families. Megan Croft, licensed counselor and adoptive mom of two, shares her story and expertise with us. We also talk about creating and holding space for your children. If anyone would like to connect with Megan Croft, she graciously shared her email address for you to reach out to her. megan.o.croft@gmail.com

Mar 16, 2021•56 min•Ep. 3

1: Episode 001 - Welcome

Meet Megan & Mary Flo as we kick off the Birds & Bees podcast

Feb 12, 2021•12 min•Ep. 1
For the best experience, listen in Metacast app for iOS or Android