Transforming “The Birds and The Bees” Conversation

In this episode, we go beyond traditional sex education to discuss advancing the conversation to the often-missed aspects like consent, pleasure, and diverse sexual experiences.
Addressing how to make these conversations more comfortable with teens, young adults and partners.

Our quote of the day: “I know a lot about birds and bees, but I don’t know very much about the birds and the bees.” - Jonathan Safran Foer

Hear stories and analyses from Naomi and join us as we break down barriers and promote a healthier, more informed approach to sex education.

Resources:

• Sensitivematters
• Having the talk 
• The talk with teens and tweens
• Why you should have frank sex talks 
• It's ok to delay
• How to talk about sex with your partner
• Talking to your kids about sex
• Meaning of sex positivity

Chapters

• 0:00 Introduction and Quote of the Day
• 1:14 Explaining "The Birds and The Bees"
• 1:32 Important Preface
• 1:54 Basic Level of Sex Education
• 3:18 Advancing To Secondary Level of Sex Education
• 6:05 "Big Mouth" and Making Positive Information About Sex More Accessible
• 8:15 Glorification of Sex As An Accomplishment
• 10:10 Topics To Normalize Around Sex
• 16:41 Open and Honest Communication With Your Partner
• 19:31 Important to Note
• 23:34 Send Off