Back-to-School Social Media Guide for Parents: 10 Sanity-Saving Tips to Keep Kids Safe and Balanced
Help your kids navigate TikTok, Instagram & screen time with 10 practical social media tips + the B.E.E. Method for stress-free family convos. ...more
New Blogs
September 04, 2025•2 min read
How to Start Conversations with Your Tween Using the B.E.E. Method
Struggling to connect with your tween? Discover the B.E.E. Method—a simple 3-step tool to spark honest, safe conversations and model accountability. Perfect for parents and caregivers seeking effectiv... ...more
New Blogs
June 11, 2025•2 min read
How to Handle Screen Time This Summer
Struggling with summer screen time? Get 5 realistic tips to manage tech without meltdowns—plus a class that helps kids build digital confidence and self-esteem. ...more
New Blogs
May 20, 2025•2 min read
Tips and Tools for Fathers Talking With Their Daughters During Puberty
The way dads talk to their daughters shapes how they see themselves. Learn 10 everyday phrases that can damage trust—and what to say instead to build connection and confidence. ...more
New Blogs
April 17, 2025•4 min read
Top Puberty Books for Girls: How to Talk to Your Daughter
Learn how to navigate puberty talks with your daughter using trusted book recs, inclusive language, and connection-first conversation tips. ...more
New Blogs
April 07, 2025•4 min read
TikTok Tipping Point
TikTok’s future is uncertain, but its impact on kids is clear. Learn how social media affects mental health and get expert-backed tips to help your child build resilience in the digital age. ...more
New Blogs
February 25, 2025•3 min read
Conversations That Last A Lifetime
One conversation can shape a child’s confidence for life. See how early, open talks about puberty create trust and empowerment—even 10 years later! ...more
New Blogs
February 21, 2025•2 min read
Finding Connection Through Self-Care
Parenthood is a juggling act, but what if guiding your kid through puberty also meant showing up for yourself? A puberty class builds their confidence and strengthens your bond—because connection matt... ...more
New Blogs
February 11, 2025•3 min read
12 Memory-Making Gifts for Families This Christmas
Discover 12 meaningful, memory-making gifts for families this Christmas! From fun traditions to heartfelt experiences, create lasting connections beyond presents. ...more
New Blogs
November 27, 2024•2 min read
Destress During the Holidays
Discover holistic tips from Mandy Holden, CMT CTNC, to help your tween or teen manage holiday stress. From craniosacral therapy to mindful techniques, Mandy’s guide brings peace during the season’s bu... ...more
New Blogs
November 08, 2024•2 min read
Should Cellphones Be Banned on School Campuses?
Explore the debate on banning cell phones in schools, sparked by Los Angeles Unified School District’s new policy. Discover how open dialogues on cell phone use can build trust with tweens and lead to... ...more
New Blogs
September 12, 2024•4 min read
Inside Out 2: A Puberty Educator's Perspective
Discover how to prepare your child for puberty beyond what Inside Out 2 portrays. Learn from a 30-year puberty educator about creating confidence, open communication, and celebration around this miles... ...more
New Blogs
August 14, 2024•4 min read
The Evolution Continues: Parenting Styles (Part 2)
Explore your parenting style with our interactive quiz and feel prepared to navigate puberty with your family. From tigers to helicopters, explore the quirky new parenting styles and see how they stac... ...more
New Blogs
July 16, 2024•8 min read
Exploring the Evolution of Parenting Styles (Part 1)
From tigers to helicopters, explore the quirky new parenting styles and see how they stack up against the classics. ...more
New Blogs
June 19, 2024•5 min read
Parent Page Turner!!!!
Welcome to Parent Page Turner!!!! I’ve collected a diverse range of books on topics like puberty, social media, brain development, and women’s health, which I now share with you on my Resource page an... ...more
New Blogs
May 30, 2024•1 min read
The Mystery of Perimenopause
Dive into the enigmatic world of Perimenopause and Menopause with our latest blog! Unravel the myths, uncover the truths, and equip yourself with valuable tools and knowledge to navigate this transiti... ...more
New Blogs
April 29, 2024•4 min read
Sephora Kids – Gen Alpha
Sephora Kids - A grandmother's quest for safer beauty products leads to eye-opening discoveries. Learn about the impact of chemical-laden cosmetics and how to empower young minds. Take action, educate... ...more
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April 15, 2024•2 min read
Reviving the Magic: Rediscovering "The Wonderful World of Hormones"
Puberty is a magical time in a person's life when they transform from kids into teens, both physically and emotionally. And at the heart of this metamorphosis are hormones -- particularly estrogen, pr... ...more
New Blogs
March 29, 2024•3 min read
Six Puberty Habits for Parents of Boys
Discover six crucial puberty habits for parents of boys, including promoting quality sleep, hydration, exercise, healthy nutrition, managing electronics, and supporting emotional well-being. Implement... ...more
New Blogs
March 08, 2024•3 min read
A Holistic Approach to Helping Our Tweens and Teens With Stress and Anxiety
Learn how Mandy Holden's holistic approach, including craniosacral therapy, helps teens manage stress and anxiety. Discover the gentle yet powerful techniques that promote balance and resilience durin... ...more
Legacy Blogs
February 26, 2024•2 min read
6 Parenting Tips for Parents with Daughters Entering Puberty
Get ready for your daughter's puberty journey with these essential tips. From recognizing early signs to celebrating milestones, this blog provides concise guidance. Join Puber-Tea or Puber-Tween for ... ...more
New Blogs
February 26, 2024•1 min read
Boys Sinky Armpits and Big Feet! Oh My!
Stinky armpits, big feet, and humor! Join me for insights on boys' puberty - from physical changes to hygiene tips. Stay tuned for essential habits to guide parents through this transformative journey... ...more
New Blogs
February 13, 2024•5 min read
Engage Your Funny Bone When Talking About Puberty and Periods!
Puberty & periods can be fun? Leslie Dixon proves it! From hormonal singing to emotional expressions, she turns the awkward into amusing. Break the taboo, engage your funny bone, and make the talk wit... ...more
New Blogs
January 31, 2024•3 min read
Time: Is There Ever Enough?
"Time: Is There Ever Enough?" If you've ever said or thought you have not enough time, you're running out of time, or that time sometimes stands still, you'll want to read this! www.leslie-dixon.com ...more
New Blogs
November 16, 2023•4 min read
The Journey of Puberty: From Start to Finish
The rollercoaster of life has twists and turns - especially when it comes to raising kids. One thrilling twist on this journey is puberty. Parents of tweens need to know when puberty begins, and when ... ...more
New Blogs
October 26, 2023•3 min read
The Puberty Puzzle: Where Do Genes Fit In?
Genes play a key part in how tweens and teens experience puberty. Knowing how genes can affect physical and emotional development during puberty can help open a healthy dialogue between parents and ki... ...more
New Blogs
October 20, 2023•3 min read
The Wonderful World of Puberty: Hormones, Hormones, Hormones!
Puberty is a magical time in a person's life when they transform from kids into teens, both physically and emotionally. And at the heart of this metamorphosis are hormones -- particularly estrogen, pr... ...more
New Blogs
October 13, 2023•3 min read
10 Signs of Puberty in Girls: Embrace the Adventure!
Puberty is a journey every girl takes through the thrilling world of adolescence, and here are 10 signs your daughter is in this exciting stage of life... ...more
New Blogs
October 05, 2023•2 min read
Childhood Stress and Early Puberty
Did you know childhood stress can be a factor in early puberty? And that kids as young as 6 are showing signs of puberty these days? Kids today face stress at home, stress from the pandemic, stress fr... ...more
New Blogs
September 30, 2023•3 min read
Childhood Obesity, Hormone Disruptors and Early Puberty
There have been numerous studies on the link between childhood obesity and early puberty. They all say that overweight children have an increased likelihood of beginning puberty early. Obesity is link... ...more
New Blogs
September 28, 2023•3 min read
Hormone Disruptors in Our Environment
Endocrine disruptors, a.k.a hormone disruptors, can be found in the cleaning agents we use in our homes and on our bodies, the cosmetics we use and the materials we come in contact with. Leslie Dixon ... ...more
New Blogs
September 26, 2023•3 min read
Hormone Disruptors in Food
What are Hormone Disruptors, aka endocrine disruptors? Coach Leslie Dixon, founder of the Birds & Bees Connection, talks about what they are and how they can affect puberty. ...more
New Blogs
September 12, 2023•5 min read
"Are You There, God? It's Me, Margaret."
One of the comments I receive the most about my classes is, “I wish this had existed when I was entering puberty.” For example, watching the new film adaptation of Judy Blume’s classic book, “Are You ... ...more
New Blogs
May 17, 2023•3 min read
What Parents & Tweens Need To Know About Digital Literacy
What is Digital Literacy? “Using information and communication technologies to find, evaluate, create, and communicate information requires cognitive and technical skills and following the norms of di... ...more
New Blogs
January 20, 2023•2 min read
Top 6 Reasons Parents Don't Have the Sex Talk!
Why is having the sex talk with your child such a challenge? No matter what your child’s age, if you’re lucky enough to have them come to you with questions about sex and other sensitive topics, don’t... ...more
New Blogs
January 05, 2023•1 min read
Is Puberty Starting Earlier in Girls?
Yes, and there are three reasons, obesity, chemicals in the foods and our environment, and third stress. According to “The New Puberty,” a book by Louise Greenspan and Julianna Deardorff, Ph.D., these... ...more
New Blogs
January 05, 2023•1 min read
It's Time to Celebrate Periods!
I want to turn the tables on the traditional puberty and period talk. I want moms to reconsider this idea because I want their daughters to view the experience in a more positive light. ...more
Legacy Blogs
January 04, 2023•4 min read
Leslie's On "The Rag"
Our founder, Leslie Dixon, is the guest on the latest episode of “The Rag: Period Posse Podcast.” ...more
Legacy Blogs
November 08, 2022•1 min read
Disney and Pixar's Turning Red
It was Tuesday night, and my grandson and I were looking for a movie to watch on Disney+. We saw the banner for Turning Red. I had no idea what the theme was, but it looked cute. We were about five mi... ...more
Legacy Blogs
November 08, 2022•3 min read
Nurse Leslie’s Review: “He’s All That” on Netflix
It’s now become common: instead of the puberty or sex talk, parents want the “social media” talk. ...more
Legacy Blogs
November 08, 2022•3 min read
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