The Dear Parents Podcast

Body Image

On today’s episode, my guests and I will be discussing how social media sites including Tik Tok and Instagram have pushed the standards of having a socially acceptable body, including the ways that fashion trends bring out insecurities. Additionally, we will be talking about the consequences of mothers projecting their own insecurities onto their daughters, and how those projections bring out negative impacts on mental health.  If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions you can email me at thedearparentspodcast@gmail.com [thedearparentspodcast@gmail.com] Keep up with Dear Parents on instagram and Facebook @thedearparentspodcast.

The College Admissions Process

On today’s episode, we will be talking about the college admissions process! My guests and I will be talking about the societal and parental pressures that the college admissions process brings, and how this affects young peoples’ mental health. We will also be exploring how teachers and parents can positively help their kids succeed in this process by not adding additional stress that their kid may already be dealing with. If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions you can email me at thedearparentspodcast@gmail.com [thedearparentspodcast@gmail.com] Keep up with the Dear Parents Podcast on Instagram and Facebook at @thedearparentspodcast

Sex Ed and Contraception

On today’s episode, we will be discussing the importance of having contraception and informative sexual education in schools. we will be talking about why it is necessary to have these methods of birth control and STD preventative measures in our schools, in order for students to be safe if and when they have sex. Additionally, we discuss why having relevant and informative sexual education will provide students with the right information so they understand what is healthy or unhealthy. For any questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email Dear Parents at thedearparentspodcast@gmail.com. Keep up with the Dear Parents Podcast on Instagram and Facebook @thedearparentspodcast. Check out some helpful resources for this episode: Free Sex Education Courses from Planned Parenthood: https://sexedtogoteachers.thinkific.com/collections?category=courses [https://sexedtogoteachers.thinkific.com/collections?category=courses] Other Resources for Parents: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/parents/resources-parents [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/parents/resources-parents]

Sexual Orientation

On today’s episode we will be diving deeper into the topic of Sexual Orientation. We will take a look at homophobia in schools, misconceptions, and how gender identity and sexual orientation connect in a lot of different ways. We will also discuss how mental health affects the lives of many LGBTQ+ people and how parents can be supportive of their child who may be exploring their sexual orientation. For any questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email Julia at thedearparentspodcast@gmail.com Keep up with Dear Parents on Instagram and Facebook @thedearparentspodcast Check out the resources for this episode: Sexual Orientation - Quick Definitions: https://www.bedsider.org/features/1134-it-s-a-spectrum?gclid=Cj0KCQjwkIGKBhCxARIsAINMioJ-0_NdniSRMsY3mKw6eBl-48vgUKIch-jxfrBr6GMMRmU7dGIa8lAaAgGVEALw_wcB [https://www.bedsider.org/features/1134-it-s-a-spectrum?gclid=Cj0KCQjwkIGKBhCxARIsAINMioJ-0_NdniSRMsY3mKw6eBl-48vgUKIch-jxfrBr6GMMRmU7dGIa8lAaAgGVEALw_wcB] Inclusive Sexual Health For LGBT+: https://www.glsen.org/sexed [https://www.glsen.org/sexed] Why You Shouldn’t Feel Pressure to Label Your Sexuality: https://www.teenvogue.com/story/why-you-shouldnt-feel-pressure-to-label-your-sexuality [https://www.teenvogue.com/story/why-you-shouldnt-feel-pressure-to-label-your-sexuality] Tips For Parents of LGBTQ+ Youth: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/tips-for-parents-of-lgbtq-youth [https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/tips-for-parents-of-lgbtq-youth]

Gender Identity

On this episode I talk with Saida and Hannah Staudenmier, a local mother-daughter team, about their journey on this topic. We dive into pronouns, the importance of using the correct pronouns when addressing others, why you should be telling others your own pronouns, and how you can support your loved ones as they explore their own identity.  For any questions, comments, or suggestions, you can email Julia at thedearparentspodcast@gmail.com Keep up with Dear Parents on Instagram and Facebook @thedearparentspodcast Check out the resources for this episode: A Guide to Understanding Gender Identity Terms: https://www.npr.org/2021/06/02/996319297/gender-identity-pronouns-expression-guide-lgbtq [https://www.npr.org/2021/06/02/996319297/gender-identity-pronouns-expression-guide-lgbtq] Sex and Gender Identity: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/gender-identity/sex-gender-identity [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/gender-identity/sex-gender-identity] {this is a great source explaining Sex vs Gender} Supporting Gender Exploration in Youth: https://www.kurtzpsychology.com/supporting-gender-exploration-in-youth/ [https://www.kurtzpsychology.com/supporting-gender-exploration-in-youth/] Children and Gender Identity: Supporting Your Child https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/childrens-health/in-depth/children-and-gender-identity/art-20266811 [https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/childrens-health/in-depth/children-and-gender-identity/art-20266811]