I thought this picture captured how most moms feel most of the time when they are raising young teenagers ... in over their head! Adolescents in that are 10+ years old, and all the way into their 20s, can keep you under water. Just as…
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How to Avoid Conflict With Your Adolescent
July 1, 2021
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
Start Teaching Your 5-7 Year Old Son About Anatomy and Sperm
June 24, 2021
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
The time to begin teaching your son about his boy anatomy is when he is 5-7-years-old. Little boys are very curious when they are young and so it's fun to teach them. You might want to begin with the most basic information. Teach him about…
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Does Your Daughter Know How To Chart Her Periods?
June 17, 2021
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
As your daughter prepares for her first period, keeping track of when her period starts each month is important so that she can always be prepared. Because we talk about having a period “each month,” this can lead to some confusion. Your daughter might begin…
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preparing for puberty
Our Preteen Sons Need to Know the Basics
June 10, 2021
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
If you have been following my blogs and videos, you know how important I think it is to make sure our sons have a solid understanding of the basic structure and function of their reproductive system as they enter puberty. We need to get ahead…
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Is There One Topic About Puberty You Need To Discuss With Your Daughter?
June 3, 2021
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
I always want to encourage you to purchase one of my age-appropriate books for your child. Their needs change as they grow through the years and my books will grow with them. But, sometimes you might want to focus on a special topic that is…
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