Young people ask great questions about bodily changes so this episode focuses on questions asked about most boys (specifically questions about reproductive parts). To help explain answers to these body parts, Dr. Ryan Fisk is this episode’s guest. Remember you can watch this episode on the Puberty Prof’s YouTube Channel here. Dr. Ryan Fisk is a Director of Technology and a graduate-level professor on Long Island and the Lower Hudson Valley, NY. Previously, Ryan served as an educational technolog...
May 09, 2023•25 min•Ep. 93
Do you know all of the menstrual period choices available in 2023? Listen in the hear returning guest Caitlin McGuire discuss the options with Dr. Lori Reichel. These choices include menstrual pads, tampons, menstrual cups, and menstrual underwear in which all are explained in this episode. In addition other simple facts about having a period will be shared, including the reality of occasional stains on one’s underwear and the need to remove/change the menstrual product per the directions of the...
May 02, 2023•40 min•Ep. 92
Another 13 episodes of the Puberty Prof Podcast start being released next week, May 2nd, just in time for those spring puberty talks! Episodes will include common questions children ask about puberty and simple life sklls young people can learn to be happier and healthier. Know someone who needs some help having puberty talks? Then recommend they: download the TALK Puberty app, click here . purchase the book, Common Questions Children Ask About Puberty, click here . purchase the Puberty Chit Cha...
Apr 25, 2023•4 min
This trivia game reviews basic concepts covered in episodes 79 to 90 of the Puberty Prof Podcast. Listen in to figure out what you learned and/or know. You can also play this game by watching it on the Puberty Prof’s YouTube channel here. To further help you understand growing up changes and help you have talks : download the TALK Puberty app, click here . purchase the book, Common Questions Children Ask About Puberty, click here . purchase the Puberty Chit Chat Cards, click here . See omnystudi...
Apr 18, 2023•19 min•Ep. 91
Next week is episode #9: The Puberty Prof Trivia Game in which Dr. Lori Reichel will review the past 12 episodes. Listen in to have some fun! And THANK YOU for the guests who helped out on the past 12 episodes! Remember you can watch this episode on the Puberty Prof's YouTube Channel here. Do you know someone who can use some tools for talking about puberty? Then recommend this podcast, the TALK Puberty app, click here, and the book titled Common Questions Children Ask About Puberty, click here ...
Apr 11, 2023•5 min
Decision making is a skill we need to teach young people, especially as they become more responsible and independent. To talk about this skill is this episode’s guest, Kathleen Vogt. A passionate health education teacher, Kathleen explains how she helps young people learn about this skill as well as shares some of the decisions she made growing up. The Puberty’s Prof’s YouTube Channel is found here: https://youtu.be/qibQXos3fNQ For further help: download the TALK Puberty app, click here . purcha...
Apr 04, 2023•32 min•Ep. 90
How do you prepare for your first period? What do you do if you get your period and you are not at home? Listen to this episode of the Puberty Prof Podcast to get the answers to these questions as well as other common questions young people wonder about. To help answer questions, Caitlin McGuire returns as this episode’s guest. Caitlin is the person begin Bloody Awesome and a period party box. To learn more about Caitlyn and the Bloody Awesome Period box, go to her website at https://www.iambloo...
Mar 28, 2023•26 min•Ep. 89
Although some people simply google their questions for answers, we want to make sure our sources are reliable and correct. To help explain how we can do this, including how to teach young people how to access the best information, Jessica Matheson returns to the Puberty Prof Podcast. Remember to view this episode on the Puberty Prof's Podcast channel here: https://youtu.be/GgBRdp-_qxE To get a copy of the Scavenger Hunt referred to by Jessica, click here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1j_K9...
Mar 21, 2023•26 min•Ep. 88
Many young people wonder “Am I normal?” and “What is normal?” This episode goes over these questions with special guest Jessica Matheson. Jessica is the SHAPE Health Education Teacher of the Year (2022) and, on this episode, she discusses with the Puberty Prof a variety of “normal” events that occurs when growing up. To get in touch with Jessica Matheson, tweet her at: @CoachMatheson Or email her at: jessicasmatheson@gmail.com Remember to check out this episode on the Puberty Prof’s YouTube chan...
Mar 14, 2023•28 min•Ep. 87
The past episodes of the Puberty Prof Podcast focus on the realities of the many influences young people experience. Although some influences can be positive, many are negative in which between being exposed to so much while also going through puberty and other growing up events, can create feelings of anxiety. To better understand what anxiety is and how we can help pre-teens and teens handle these feelings, Dr. Terri Bacow joins today’s episode to share her wisdom and guidance. TERRI BACOW is ...
Mar 07, 2023•35 min•Ep. 86
This upcoming week is Global Unplugging Day in which people around the world will “unplug” from technology. So how can you help the young people unplug? And how can you help them self-regulate their personal devices? Listen in to this episode of the Puberty Prof podcast in which Sarah Maynard explains the need to talk with young people about technology communication. Sarah is the person behind “The Start Effect” and mom to four children. In addition to summarizing current happenings with online ...
Feb 28, 2023•38 min•Ep. 85
The word “beautiful” is often referred to how something looks on the outside, including people. Yet, as this episode’s guest explains, growing up to become an adult is beautiful because everyone can figure out who they truly are, which is BEAUTIFUL ! Listen in to hear Stavros, a 22 year old male born and raised in Greece, describe this occurrence as well as his feelings and thoughts of his own growing up experiences. To watch the intro of this episode, go to the Puberty Prof’s YouTube channel . ...
Feb 21, 2023•16 min•Ep. 84
All of us need to love ourselves. Therefore, on this episode of the Puberty Prof Podcast, Dr. Lori Reichel explains 5 ways everyone, young people and adults, can love themselves. These 5 ways include moving our bodies, analyzing the influences around us, limiting our social media time, honoring what our bodies do, and giving ourselves a “date night.” Remember- everyone is one this planet for a reason! Remember you can watch this episode on the Puberty Prof’s YouTube Channel too! Just click here....
Feb 14, 2023•16 min•Ep. 83
As young people get older, their number of influences increase. So how can we best help them? To answer this question, as well as others, Judy LoBianco joins in this episode of the Puberty Prof Podcast. An experienced Health and Physical Educator/Administrator, Judy explains what this skill set is about (NHES #2), as well as how parents and other caregivers need to be positive influences. For more information on this skill set, refer to the National Health Education Standard #2 by going g to the...
Feb 07, 2023•31 min•Ep. 82
In the last episode of the Puberty Prof Podcast, Dr. Dalmacio Dennis Flores noted common communication barriers existing between parents and their children when it comes to talking about human sexuality, including puberty. In this episode, Dr. Flores returns and provides recommendations for removing these barriers and creating “bridges” in communication. Recommendations include talking before the “expiration date,” remembering that being asked questions are expressions of trust, gently ask what ...
Jan 31, 2023•23 min•Ep. 81
Do you feel awkward thinking about talking with others about sexuality, including your children about pubertal changes? Then listen to this episode to learn that you aren’t alone. After discussing his background, Dr. Dalmacio Dennis Flores, the Puberty Prof’s guest explains that research notes the typical barriers and why they exist. Remember to check out this episode on the Puberty Prof’s YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/bE5W_VRe2Ak Dr. Dennis Flores is an Assistant Professor at the Unive...
Jan 24, 2023•24 min•Ep. 80
What are all of the things kids experience as they go from being a child to becoming an adult? You might automatically think of the changes during puberty, yet there is so much more going on! In this episode, Dr. Lori Reichel goes over the variety of growing up aspects including social, mental, emotional, environmental, physical, and spiritual changes (referred to as SMEEPS by the Puberty Prof). So listen in for a quick review of these events! Remember to check out this episode on the Puberty Pr...
Jan 17, 2023•29 min•Ep. 79
Happy 2023! The Puberty Prof podcast returns with this mini-episode in which Dr. Lori Reichel goes over: the differences between puberty and adolescence, updates for 2023, and lessons learned over the past 78 episodes (2 years). Congrats to the Puberty Prof for a successful two past years! Remember to check out this mini-episode on the Puberty Prof’s YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/aeoE-FdJCTg For further help: download the TALK Puberty app, click here . purchase the book, Common Question...
Jan 10, 2023•10 min
In this mini-episode, the Puberty Prof gives a quick review of the fall episodes, notes what is to come in January of 2023, and wishes everyone a Happy and Healthy Holiday Season! Remember to check out the Puberty Prof's website at www.lorireichel.com . Both her award winning book and apps are described with links available to help purchase these items. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 21, 2022•5 min
This episode of the Puberty Prof podcast includes 13 true/false statements and multiple guess questions to review episodes 66-77. Play along as the Puberty Prof, Dr. Lori Reichel, challenges you and your friends/family members! To check out the video of this episode/trivia game on YouTube go to: https://youtu.be/1qT2KmFllfg Remember to check out the TALK Puberty app to further help you start and continue conversations. This app allows you to go over specific topics at your own speed and comfort ...
Dec 06, 2022•27 min•Ep. 78
Reminders! The Fall Series Trivia Game will be released next week (Dec. 6); The Fall Series, episodes 66 to 77, included information from the NSES that parents and other caregivers can refer to for age- and developmentally- appropriate content; AND 3. The book titled Common Questions Children Ask About Puberty: Insights from a nationally recognized health education expert, is a GREAT GIFT for people you care about! Consider purchasing the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Common-Questions-Childr...
Nov 29, 2022•5 min
Probably the most challenging topic for the Puberty Prof to talk about deals with Interpersonal Violence, including inappropriate touches and personal boundaries. This episode introduces this topic with the help of Mr. Sean and Rodney. Mr. Sean and Rodney provides in-person and virtual SEL presentations on the topics of empathy and violence prevention while featuring puppetry and original super hero stories. Topics such as bullying, upstanders, racism, and personal body safety/consent are Mr. Se...
Nov 22, 2022•36 min•Ep. 77
Although the topic may be uncomfortable, young people need to learn specific information and skills about inappropriate touches, as well as other forms of interpersonal violence. To explain the importance of talking with children, Dr. Kelli Palfy returns as a guest on the Puberty Prof podcast. Dr. Palfy is a clinical psychologist, author, and speaker specializing in sexual abuse. Her books include The Unsafe Neighbour , Pawsitively Me: My Healing Journey , Unfriend Her , and MeN Too . To reach h...
Nov 15, 2022•45 min•Ep. 76
As noted in the last episode of this podcast, sexual health is one topic of the National Sexuality Education Standards. Yet what specific things can we talk to young people about that relates to this topic? The answer is everyday germ transmission and personal hygiene skills! To help explain these basics, Dr. Adjoa Smalls-Mantey joins this episode to talk with the Puberty Prof. Dr. Adjoa Smalls-Mantey, MD, DPhil, is a physician-scientist and writer. She is currently an Assistant Professor of Psy...
Nov 08, 2022•44 min•Ep. 75
What do you think is recommended for young people to learn about regarding sexual health? Listen to this episode of the Puberty Prof podcast to find out in which Anita Scheffer returns as a guest. After reading specific performance indicators in the Sexual Health section of the National Sexuality Education Standards, Anita discusses with Dr. Reichel what these statements are about and how things might be explained in the school setting. To check out the National Sexuality Education Standards , c...
Nov 01, 2022•26 min•Ep. 74
Do you know what to talk to young people about regarding Sexual Orientation & Identity? Listen to this episode of the Puberty Prof Podcast in which Gina Lepore goes over the age- and developmentally-appropriate concepts for sexual orientation and identity as noted in the National Sexuality Education Standards. Gina Lepore, MEd. serves a Project Coordinator and Trainer at ETR and has extensive experience in reproductive and sexual health and sexuality education. Also an adjunct instructor at ...
Oct 25, 2022•40 min•Ep. 73
Do you know how to define gender related terms to young people? Listen to this episode of the Puberty Prof Podcast in which Carrie Burton reviews age- and developmentally-appropriate ways to explain term definitions. Carrie is the person behind Alphabet Soup LLC and very passionate about providing supportive education in a welcoming and affirming space. To guide this conversation, the Gender Identity & Expression topic area of the National Sexuality Education Standards, specifically the perf...
Oct 18, 2022•34 min•Ep. 72
In addition to the typical physical changes we think of during puberty (growth spurt, maturing genitals, new or darker hair growth, etc.), a young person’s brain also changes during the pre-teen and teen years. To understand these what these brain events are, as well as how to cope with or manage these events, Dr. Gina Simmons Schneider joins the Puberty Prof in this episode. Parents and other caregivers- many positive recommendations regarding these brain events are provided in this episode! Dr...
Oct 11, 2022•42 min•Ep. 71
What is recommended for young people to know or do about puberty and adolescent sexual development? Listen to this episode in which the Puberty Prof, Dr. Lori Reichel, reviews the indicators noted in the puberty and adolescent development section of the National Sexuality Education Standards. To check out the National Sexuality Education Standards , click here: https://www.advocatesforyouth.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/NSES-2020-web-updated2.pdf (Puberty & Adolescent Sexual Development inf...
Oct 04, 2022•24 min•Ep. 70
Do you know what is age and developmentally appropriate for your young person to know regarding anatomy and physiology? Listen to this episode to find out in which Tess Vanderhaeghe from Yes Tess discusses the anatomy & physiology section of the National Sexuality Education Standards with Dr. Lori Reichel, The Puberty Prof. The standards for grades K through 5 will be read and then chatted within this episode. To get in touch with Tess, email her at tess@yestess.ca To check out her social me...
Sep 27, 2022•40 min•Ep. 69
