The Birds & Bees

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Rating
4.9
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112 reviews
This podcast has
7 episodes
Language
Explicit
No
Date created
2021/02/12
Average duration
33 min.
Release period
47 days

Description

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! 

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Episode 007 - Protecting Our Kids from Pornography (featuring: Kristen Jenson, author of Good Pictures, Bad Pictures)
2021/11/18
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 empowering parents. Our hope is that this podcast episode will equip and empower you to be a proactive parent.  We want to PREEMPT situations to PROTECT our kids and we will walk you through how to do this in today's podcast episode.  We know this is a heavy topic and one that we'd prefer to ignore BUT our kids deserve more than that.  Please listen and share with your friends - the tough stuff of parenting isn't meant to be done alone.   *Also, apologies for the annoying pounding sound in the background in the beginning of the episode.  We aren't the most tech savvy people, but we're trying our best!  Power through - it gets better the second half.  Thanks for tuning in.  Important links below: defendyoungminds.com https://www.defendyoungminds.com/products www.braindefense.org https://birds-bees.com/pages/why Follow along on Instagram: @defendyoundminds @birds__bees Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DefendYM Twitter: @defendYM
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Episode 006 - Normalizing Periods
2021/10/18
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 our Birds & Bees Online Course: https://birds-bees.com/pages/courses Follow us on Instagram @birds__bees
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Episode 005 - A Conversation About Modesty & Nudity
2021/05/26
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
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Episode 004 - Kick Fear in the Rear
2021/04/20
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 rear!
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Episode 003 - Birds & Bees and Adoption : With Special Guest Megan Croft
2021/03/16
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
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Episode 002 - Body Exploration (featuring guest Dr. Hillary Lewis)
2021/02/12
"My child keeps touching his/her private parts! What do I do?" We teamed up with one of our favorite pediatricians, Dr. Hillary Lewis, to tackle our most frequently asked question.
Episode 001 - Welcome
2021/02/12
Meet Megan & Mary Flo as we kick off the Birds & Bees podcast

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4.9 out of 5
112 reviews
halfaithfirst 2022/03/11
Wonderful! More please!
Lately, my young children (age 7 and age 5) have been asking questions regarding women and women or men and men being husbands and wives together. At ...
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Bethany Gable 2021/10/20
Great parenting resource!
Thank you for this podcast! Please, more episodes! I love the encouragement we receive as parents from these shows!🧡
Allimach 2021/06/08
Amazing Resource
This is an amazing resource for any parent wanting to lovingly talk through the birds and bees with their kids!
okh2021 2021/03/17
Wonderful!
This podcast holds so much wisdom! Absolutely loved the episode on adoption with Megan Croft!!
Meg in Birmingham 2021/03/17
Game Changer!
The Birds and Bees curriculum has been one of the most helpful tools we’ve experienced as parents. Thanks to Megan and Mary Flo’s practical and adapt...
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CBH2021 2021/02/19
Amazing!
Birds and the bees has legit changed the way I talk to my kids about having babies! It’s so helpful and user friendly! Love these women and their mess...
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kate huey 2021/02/19
So helpful!!
Mary Flo and Megan know exactly how to coach parents through awkward conversations!!! So so thankful for their guidance with my toddlers!!
Betsyberre 2021/02/18
Boost of confidence for every parent!
The geniuses behind this podcast are like my own personal cheerleaders! Cheering me on, encouraging me, and equipping me to teach and train my kids i...
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APCbaby 2021/02/18
Every parent needs this in their arsenal !
My husband and I got so much practical and thoughtful advice on a tough-to-navigate subject from this podcast. It’s one I’ll be going back to time and...
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MBAAAAA 2021/02/18
THE BEST
This course is the absolute best course. I had friends over to watch the hour long bundle you can purchase online, and we all left so much more educat...
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