Let’s make sure that we teach our young daughters the basics about where their reproductive structures are located before we teach them about what they do. When you put your hands on your hips, you are touching the pelvis. This is a circle of bone…
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Back to Basics: Teaching Girls About Their Reproductive Parts
April 18, 2019
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
The 7-Minute Talk: Teaching Your Daughter About Her Reproductive System
March 14, 2019
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
Two important recommendations for parents of 5-7 year old daughters. Start early to teach your daughter about her reproductive system so she will be prepared for the changes that are coming. Teach her through tiny bits of information I call the 7-minute talk. Young girls,…
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Why Teaching Your Daughter About Her Anatomy Leads to Female Empowerment
February 7, 2019
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
There are lots of reasons why it’s important for your daughter to learn about her reproductive anatomy and the function of each of the parts. However, one of the most important reasons to make sure your daughter is informed is to empower her with ownership.…
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Ways to Teach Your Young Daughter About Her Body Before Puberty
January 31, 2019
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
There are so many beautiful images from nature you can use to teach your young daughter about her special girl anatomy. Even at 6-years-old, she would understand that eggs are protected in a nest in a tree. Just like the specially made nest for the…
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It’s All About the Ovaries!
November 11, 2018
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
While your daughter is young, about 5-7 years-old, this is the perfect time to begin teaching her about her girl anatomy. It might surprise you to learn that I think the best place to begin is with the ovaries. It All Begins with the Ovaries…
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