One of our church’s pastors recently recommended “The Case Against the Sexual Revolution: A New Guide to Sex in the 21st Century” by Louise Perry. I made some time to read it this week, and I really enjoyed it! A few surprises: Louise, based in the UK, is definitely not writing this from a conservative/evangelical/Christian… Continue reading ‘The Case Against the Sexual Revolution’ (Review)
Tag: homeschool sex education
How to discuss puberty before it happens
The onset of puberty is happening faster and faster, among girls and boys. As parents, we need to try to do everything we can to slow this onset. Why? Here’s a quick list: Earlier puberty has been associated with deleterious long-term health outcomes. These include: metabolic disorders, such as insulin resistance, prediabetes, and type 2 diabetes increased… Continue reading How to discuss puberty before it happens
‘Sound of Freedom’ movie (Review)
This week we watched the “Sound of Freedom” movie starring Jim Caviezel, and I’m definitely adding it to our list of recommended sex education resources! To see a review of the actual movie, feel free to read this link to The Lion’s publication: ” ‘Sound of Freedom’ resonates at soul level, could help end human… Continue reading ‘Sound of Freedom’ movie (Review)
Being proactive vs. reactive in discussing issues with our children
I saw this recent post in one of the Facebook Christian parenting groups I’m a part of: Why can’t kids have just plain innocent park time anymore? My mother in law took my 11 year old and 3 year old to the park. Apparently my daughter met a 10 year old there and this girl… Continue reading Being proactive vs. reactive in discussing issues with our children
‘The Talk’ series (Review)
Ever wanted a “grab-and-go” series on Christian sex ed that’s tailored across multiple ages and stages of childhood? Well, you have a great option in Luke and Trisha Gilkerson’s “The Talk” series! So far we’ve started with the earliest book, “The Talk: 7 Lessons to Introduce Your Child to Biblical Sexuality.” Several of my homeschool… Continue reading ‘The Talk’ series (Review)
How to incorporate sex ed into your daily routine
Sex education doesn’t have to be a scary, nail-biting, dreadful “talk” that happens as a knee-jerk reaction to questions your child asks (or things your child sees). Instead, try to keep it a part of your daily routine as much as possible! If you’ve never had the opportunity to see sexual education as a normal part… Continue reading How to incorporate sex ed into your daily routine
5 Sex Ed and Parenting (Or Co-Parenting) Tips
An anonymous post on a Facebook parenting group – a local moms group in my area – recently involved sex education, even if the anonymous poster may not have seen it that way. To summarize, this mom was upset because a YouTube commercial had mentioned a certain type of deodorant designed to eliminate certain odors,… Continue reading 5 Sex Ed and Parenting (Or Co-Parenting) Tips
‘Mara: Daughter of the Nile’ (Review)
Sheftu was so amazed at seeing the same slave girl for the fourth time that day – and here on this ship, of all unlikely places – that at first he could say nothing at all. Then he noticed her strong, deep breathing, her narrowed eyes and her quivering readiness for flight, and realized that… Continue reading ‘Mara: Daughter of the Nile’ (Review)
Why ‘The Talk’ for Christians Should Not Be Talk, But Talks
I’ve always felt uncomfortable with the idea of planning “the talk” about the birds and the bees at some point to my children. My own childhood did not reflect this. Instead, my parents invested in a multitude of small talks, always tailored to my developmental level and attention span. Sometimes I as the child initiated… Continue reading Why ‘The Talk’ for Christians Should Not Be Talk, But Talks
‘Unplanned Grace’ (Review)
Approaching the issue of unplanned pregnancy with love and compassion opens doors and creates conversations in a way that judgment and shame never could. Offering resources, education, and support empowers women and men to make life-affirming decisions for themselves and their children.” This book, “Unplanned Grace” by Brittany Smith and Natasha Smith, came into my… Continue reading ‘Unplanned Grace’ (Review)