Ep. 39 - That's So Awkward! How to Handle Cringey Teen Conversations with Vanessa Kroll Bennett
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Show Notes
TIGGER WARNING: ADULT CONTENT
Moms, if you have teens and tweens you’ve likely thought, “Yikes! This is SO awkward!” We totally get it. That’s why we’ve called in expert help on how to make cringey conversations more manageable. Our guest is Vanessa Kroll Bennett, whose book and podcast are called This is so Awkward! Vanessa is half of the duo behind an incredible platform (along with Dr. Cara Natterson) that tackles all things puberty.
The list of hot button topics is long and nuanced, so we split this conversation into two parts. In this first half, we cover:
* the Third Pancake Theory-what it means and why it’s so accurate
* what an ACE (Adverse Childhood Experience) is and why they matter
* guidance for locking up alcohol and prescription/OTC drugs in your home
* when to start talking about safe sex and strategies to keep the conversation brief but effective
* why good kids will make bad decision…and why it’s ok
You can find more wisdom from Vanessa @vanessakrollbennett and @less.awkward as well as lessawkward.com
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