

Parents used to have "The Talk" with their kids—but now we know there are many "big talks" we need to have with them over the course of their childhood. Here's how to talk to kids about race, sex, porn, online safety, guns, school shootings, and more.
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An Age-By-Age Guide to Talking to Kids About Sex
Parents are no longer having "The Talk"—instead, they're have micro-talks over the course of their kid's childhood.


How to Prepare for All the Parenting 'Big Talks'
In this 15-part series, we'll help you navigate conversations with your kids about everything from sex and porn to divorce and suicide—and much more.


How to Teach Kids About Sexism
Our work here is far from over: Sexism and gender stereotypes are still prevalent today.


How to Talk to Your Kids About Job Loss
You don’t want to worry them, but chances are, they already know something is wrong.


How to Talk to Your Kids About School Shootings
What should be unimaginable is all too common for kids and parents in the U.S.


An Age-By-Age Guide to Talking to Kids About Divorce
From their earliest years and into high school, here's how to talk to your kids about divorce in an age-appropriate way.


How to Talk to Your Kids About Porn
You need to talk to kids about porn before they come across it online—and that happens earlier than you probably realize.


An Age-By-Age Guide to Teaching Kids About Money
From toddlers counting out coins to teens getting their first credit card, here's what to teach kids about money at every age.


How to Talk to Your Kids About Suicide
Here are the warning signs to watch for, and ways you can support them.


The First Seven Things to Do When Your Child Comes Out to You
First, start by thanking them for sharing this with you.


How to Set Boundaries Around Toy Guns
Plus, how to talk to kids and other parents about real and fake guns.


How to Talk to Kids and Teens About the Crisis in Ukraine
Even little kids may be absorbing snippets of the news about Ukraine, Russia, and war.