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“Our goal is that children everywhere will have the knowledge to make wise choices in the care of their bodies.” – Dr. Metten

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When Young Boys Are Curious About Their Penis

February 25, 2021 by Dr. Shelley Metten Leave a Comment

Has your 5-7-year-old son started asking you questions about his boy anatomy? They tend to be very curious about their penis and want everyone to know about their questions. This is normal and healthy exploration on the part of your son, but make sure you answer his questions.

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Filed Under: 5 - 7 Year Old Boys, Blog, For Parents Tagged With: 5-7 year old boys, anatomy for kids, parenting, parenting boys, Puberty, teach 5-7 year olds

What Does Your Son Know About Testosterone and Ejaculation?

January 28, 2021 by Dr. Shelley Metten Leave a Comment

It seems natural to teach our daughters about hormones, like estrogen and progesterone, because they are part of the menstrual cycle. Changes in the levels of these hormones throughout the cycle results in a menstrual period each­ month and that is something every young girl needs to know about.

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Filed Under: 13+ Year Old Boys, Blog, For Parents Tagged With: adolescent boys, boy puberty, parenting, parenting boys

Finish the Reproduction Story For Your Son

December 31, 2020 by Dr. Shelley Metten Leave a Comment

Each family is unique in how they talk to their sons about reproduction. Until they are about 15 years old, the focus is usually on the changes that are happening to them during puberty. But, now that puberty is over, it is time to continue those discussions by including information about how it is different for girls. [Read more…]

Filed Under: 13+ Year Old Boys, 13+ Year Old Girls, Blog, For Parents Tagged With: adolescent boys, adolescent girls, boy puberty, girl puberty, homeschooling, parenting, parenting boys

Help Your Daughter Feel in Control as Her First Period Happens

December 17, 2020 by Dr. Shelley Metten Leave a Comment

If you homeschool your daughter, or you have chosen not to have her participate in the school presentation about puberty, I have an alternative that will help prepare her for her first period.

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Filed Under: 10+ Year Old Girls, 13+ Year Old Girls, Blog, For Parents Tagged With: adolescent girls, girl puberty, homeschooling, parenting, parenting girls

It’s Time! Puberty is Beginning to Show for Your Daughter

December 10, 2020 by Dr. Shelley Metten 1 Comment

If your daughter is 8-9 years old, she is likely at the very beginning of puberty. So where do you start? I have a plan that will help you to guide her through the early years of puberty and help it become a special bonding time between the two of you.

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Filed Under: 10+ Year Old Girls, 8 - 9 Year Old Girls, Blog, For Parents Tagged With: adolescent girls, girl puberty, parenting, parenting girls

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Dr. Shelley Metten (Dr. M) and Anatomy for Kids helps children and adolescents learn about how the amazing body works. We provide beautifully illustrated age-appropriate books and resources to teach children about their changing body.

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