What do you say when your 6-year-old daughter asks where babies come from? You knew this question was coming and now it is here. One option: take this opportunity to teach your daughter all of the important information no one ever taught you. But, how…
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Spend Weekly Time With Your Young Son
December 3, 2019
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
If your son is an adolescent and in the midst of puberty, you probably reflect back upon the days when he was 5-7 years old as being an easier time. He looked forward to being with you and when you had something important to explain…
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Your Son Might Wonder What’s Inside His Penis
September 10, 2019
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
Although it might be uncomfortable for mom if her young son, 5-7 years old, wants to know what's inside his penis and why there is a hole at the end, there are some simple answers. The inside of the penis looks like a sponge surrounded…
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A Few Simple Concepts to Teach Your 5-7 Year-Old Daughter about Her Girl Anatomy
August 6, 2019
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
If you have a 5-7-year-old daughter, she is likely very interested in babies. Here is some interesting information that she will enjoy learning and will also help her understand a little more about her girl anatomy. This anatomy figure from my book I’m a Girl,…
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Start Early and Make Talks Fun With Your Daughter
June 27, 2019
Written by: Dr. Shelley Metten
A great discussion to have with your 5-7-year-old daughter is about her ovaries. I love this picture from my book, I’m a Girl, Special Me. It helps a young girl to understand that the ovaries need special protection inside her body just like these tiny…
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