Nest Consulting include this topic through in-school education programmes. Check them out here: school programmes (Also check out our book recommendations).
Look out for Nest’s community information evenings for Parents and Whanau.
When is the time to talk
- Conversations about sexuality: Talk Soon Talk Often Quick guide
- Talk Soon Talk Often booklet for Parents:
- Ideas for topics per age range:
- Talking to our tamariki about periods
How is sexuality taught in NZ Schools
What are the Puberty Stages / Normal development:
- https://www.healthline.com/health/parenting/stages-of-puberty#tanner-stages
- https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/ages-stages/teenager-adolescent-development-parenting/puberty/#.WYT4cq2B2qB
What to expect – Puberty Changes:
- http://kidshealth.org/en/kids/grow/
- https://kidspot.co.nz/tweens-to-teens/period-topics-discuss/
- https://www.healthnavigator.org.nz/healthy-living/p/periods-how-to-talk-to-kids/
Specifically about the Menstrual Cycle / Periods and Products:
- https://www.kidscan.org.nz/media/d1ipjoby/kidscan_guide-to-puberty_july-2021.pdf
- http://www.theperiodblog.com/how-to-guides/how-to-guides/
- http://www.wikihow.com/Not-Be-Afraid-the-First-Time-You-Use-a-Tampon
A Parent’s Guide to Talking to Children about Safety
- https://www.kiwifamilies.co.nz/dealing-with-stranger-danger/
- https://bravehearts.org.au/personalsafety
- https://www.police.govt.nz/advice/personal-community/keeping-safe/children-safe