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Healthy Sexuality

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Understanding the Myths of Gender Identity and Transgenderism

Male and female are not what we feel we are, but what we actually are. Help your kids sort the truth from fiction regarding transgenderism because transgenderism doesn’t physically exist.

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How to Talk with Your Adult Daughter about Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Same-Sex Attraction

Note: This article is intended to support and encourage parents of adult children only.

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How Do You Respond to Your Teen’s Suspected Porn Use?

Knowing how to respond to your young teen’s porn use can be overwhelming. Learn how to approach them with grace, patience, and understanding.

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Teach Children About Online Sexual Predators

Help protect your children from online sexual predators.

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Answering Parents’ Questions on Gender Confusion in Children

To be human is to be gendered — male or female. And one of the most important jobs of a parent is to help their children develop as healthy boys or girls and into strong, confident men and women.

Are Young Kids Influenced to Identify as Transgender?

I’ve been hearing a lot of mixed messages. What are some of the main influences a child to identify as transgender?

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Do You Have a Strategy for Telling Your Kids About Sex?

What do I tell my kids about sex? When do I start? It all begins with a conversation, at the appropriate age.

What Do I Do When My Preteen Daughter Hits Puberty?

My daughter hit puberty before other girls. What should I do to help her?

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Talking With Your Teen About Sexual Behavior

Learn how to approach awkward conversations about sexual behavior with your teen. Explore some tips and strategies for these conversations so you can prioritize your relationship over “getting it right.”

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5 Keys to a Healthy Perspective on Sex

Proverbs 5 is devoted to outlining a healthy perspective of sex and showing how sex is a gift intended for marriage alone. Here are five takeaways that will help you maintain a healthy perspective on sex.

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God’s Amazing Design for Sex

It’s not an exaggeration to say that sex is an integral part of the marriage relationship. God designed sex that way! For a husband and wife, the sexual act is the focal point, the symbol, and the physical expression of the leaving, the cleaving, and the becoming one flesh (Genesis 2:24) that define the very …

Answers to LGBT Questions about Sexuality

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How Do I Help My Teen Avoid Unwanted Sexual Thoughts?

This can be one of the trickiest topics to handle with your teens. Addressing unwanted sexual thoughts begins with focusing on what’s happening, necessary boundaries, and providing help.

Is It Normal for a Toddler to Touch Themselves?

It’s normal to be concerned about your toddler’s behavior especially when it drifts into the realm of sexuality and physical appearance. Learn how to respond with understanding and boundaries to your toddler’s behavior.

What Do I Do When My Daughter Starts Her Period?

My preteen daughter started her period. What should I do now? How do I approach this conversation with her?

Prevent the Sexualization of Your Daughter

The sexualization of young girls has numerous effects on mental health, identity, and sexuality. However, as a a parent, you can positively shape your daughter’s development throughout the critical ages and stages of her life.

What are the Effects of Sex Education and Gender Ideology on Young Children?

What does sex education really do? I want my kids to be aware of certain topics that I think are important, but I don’t want them to be exposed to ideology I don’t agree with. How do I know where to start?

Is Gender Dysphoria in Children a Permanent Condition?

I’ve heard a lot of different things about transitioning in children and its connection to gender dysphoria. Is this a permanent condition?

Are Trans-Youth at a Higher Risk for Suicide?

I’ve heard that trans-youth are at a higher risk for suicide. Is this true?

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Is Cross-Sex Medical Treatment Harmful for Minors?

I’ve heard about transgender medical treatments for children and adolescents. Does it work? If so, is it harmful for teens?