Summary: Did you figure out today’s podcast topic from the title?<br> If not, let me spell it out for you. . . S. E. X. (typing that word is so much easier then saying it, whew).<br> Today’s guest, Mary Flo Ridley, shares how to help our kids develop healthy attitudes and behaviors about sex. <br> Honestly, after hearing her speak one time, at a MOPS meeting, I felt better equipped to teach my boys about “the birds & the bees.”<br> Mary Flo is not a medical doctor and does not claim to be an expert. But she has been teaching on this topic for 30 years, has three grown children and is a fellow mom. I don’t know about you but usually I’d rather learn from another mom, any day.<br> Through a simple step-by-step program, Mary Flo helps answer the questions:<br> <br> * What should we call “private parts”?<br> * If I teach them the names, how do I keep them from repeating them in public or teaching their friends?<br> * How do I become the one my kids go to with questions about sex?<br> * How early should I talk to my kids?<br> * What exactly should I say?<br> <br> Her answers will most likely surprise you. But once you hear the rationale you can’t deny how right she is.<br> “These conversations should be simple, straight-forward, and to the subjects that children are curious about–their own bodies, how babies are born, and how babies are made. They have a natural curiosity about these things, and I want to capture those moments instead of running from them.” -Mary Flo Ridley<br> Here’s a little video clip with another thought when considering “how soon should I talk to my child about sex”:<br><br> <br><br> (if reading via email, <a title="maryflo" href="http://maryflo.org/program/" target="_blank">click here</a> to watch the video)<br> I hope our podcast helps equip you and removes dread regarded a singular “talk”. May an open dialogue begin between you and your kiddos that will last through adolescence. <br> To learn more, definitely check out Mary Flo’s books in the links below.<br> Connect with Mary Flo:<br> <a title="mary flo" href="http://www.birds-bees.com/" target="_blank">Blog</a> :: <a title="Mary Flo Ridley" href="https://www.instagram.com/birds__bees/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> :: <a title="facebook" href="https://www.facebook.com/birdsbeeshelpplease/" target="_blank">Facebook</a><br> Show Notes:<br> <br> * <a title="simple truths" href="http://maryflo.org/simple-truths/" target="_blank">“Simple Truths : A Simple Natural Approach to Discussing Sex with your Children” </a>by Mary Flo Ridley<br> * <a title="god's very good design" href="http://elevateyouth.org/store/gods-very-good-design/" target="_blank">“God’s Very Good Design”</a> by Mary Flo Ridley<br> <br> **How to listen to the podcast:**<br> 1.Listen on the blog. Click through to <a style="color: #cbda76;" title="gcm" href="http://godcenteredmom.com/" target="_blank">GodCenteredMom.com</a> and click the play button at the beginning of this post.<br> 2. Listen on your smartphone, iPad or iPod Touch – There are a lot of great podcasting apps. Apple has a<a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/podcasts/id525463029?mt=8" target="_blank"> free one</a> (that I mentioned) in the app store, there is also one called <a style="color: #cbda76;" href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/downcast/id393858566?mt=8" target="_blank">Downcast</a>. It allows you to search for shows, subscribe to them and even speed up the audio. If you don’t have an iDevice, you can listen via <a style="color: #cbda76;" title="stitcher" href="http://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=48293&refid=stpr" target="_blank">Stitcher</a>.<br> 3. Subscribe to the Podcast – access the podcast in iTunes (<a style="color: #cbda76;" title="podcast" href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/godcenteredmoms-podcast/id741742885" target="_b..."></a>
