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Voices of Your Village349- How (and When) to Talk to Your Kids About Porn, with Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll BennettBefore we dive in: This episode includes detailed discussions of sex, porn and a brief mention of sexual assault. Please take care while listening.
You’re listening to Voices of Your Village, and today we’re tackling a topic that honestly makes me uncomfortable to even think about discussing with my kids. I’m joined by Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett to talk about how and when to talk to your kids about porn.
Dr. Natterson is a pediatrician and New York Times bestselling author of The Care and Keeping of You series, and Va...
2025-08-141h 09
What Fresh Hell: Laughing in the Face of Motherhood | Parenting Tips From Funny MomsDEEP DIVE: Vanessa Kroll Bennett and Dr. Cara Natterson on PubertyThese days, early is normal for puberty onset—and early is REALLY early. That means kids whose brains might not match the way they look, and parents who are freaking out about how to bring these delicate matters up in conversation.
Help is here! Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett, co-hosts of The Puberty Podcast and co-authors of This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained, offer clear explanations (for parents and kids both!) and ways to start talking.
Margaret, Amy, Vanessa, and Cara discuss:
How puberty has changed in the past few decades
Why we should...
2025-08-1140 min
The HeyKiddo Parenting Podcast with Dr. Nicole LipkinThis Is So Awkward: Talking Puberty, Body Talk & Tech with Vanessa Kroll Bennett"Our kids are carrying their own baggage. If we give them ours too, the journey becomes even harder."Puberty today starts earlier, lasts longer, and happens with a phone in hand. In this episode, bestselling author and This Is So Awkward podcast host Vanessa Kroll Bennett shares how to support kids through all the weirdnes - from early blooming to group chats, from body changes to porn exposure.You’ll learn:What to say (and not say) to your tween or teenWhy it’s OK if conversations are short and awkwardHow to handle silence, ques...
2025-07-0752 min
Flusterclux With Lynn Lyons: For Parents Who WorryPuberty and Parenting: How to Evolve Communication with Your Tween with the Hosts of "This is So Awkward"We talk with the hosts of the This is So Awkward podacst about how communication shifts with kids as they become tweens and teens. We tackle all things pubescent with Vanessa Kroll Bennett and Dr. Cara Natterson. Puberty is starting earlier and our conversations about bodies and hormones and moods and relationships should, too. We have questions and these two smart women have answers!
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2025-05-3041 min
MomCastEp. 40 - This is So Awkward! Talking Sex, Drugs & Teens with Vanessa Kroll Bennett (Part 2)Trigger Warning: Adult TopicsMoms, raising kids takes courage and the tween & teen years make that clear really quickly. If conversations about drugs make you cringe and the thought of discussing sex has you delaying the conversation, today’s episode is for you. As Vanessa Kroll Bennett tells us, we can absolutely share with our kids just how nervous and uncomfortable we are! Vanessa is the co-author of a book and the co-host of a podcast called “That’s So Awkward!” Along with Dr. Cara Natterson, they teach parents how to handle the challenges of puberty. This episode...
2025-05-2722 minMomCastEp. 39 - That's So Awkward! How to Handle Cringey Teen Conversations with Vanessa Kroll BennettTIGGER WARNING: ADULT CONTENTMoms, if you have teens and tweens you’ve likely thought, “Yikes! This is SO awkward!” We totally get it. That’s why we’ve called in expert help on how to make cringey conversations more manageable. Our guest is Vanessa Kroll Bennett, whose book and podcast are called This is so Awkward! Vanessa is half of the duo behind an incredible platform (along with Dr. Cara Natterson) that tackles all things puberty.The list of hot button topics is long and nuanced, so we split this conversation into two parts. In this first half...
2025-05-2027 min
Dr. Sheryl‘s PodCouchEpisode 081: This Is So Awkward with Cara Natterson, M.D. and Vanessa Kroll BennettDr. Cara Natterson is a leading voice in puberty and adolescent health. A pediatrician, speaker, and the co-host of the This Is So Awkward podcast, she is the author of ten books including the bestselling This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained and the New York Times bestselling The Care and Keeping of You series. When her own kids started puberty, Cara founded Less Awkward, the first company aimed at making puberty less cringey and more comfortable with both product and content. Cara graduated from Harvard college and Johns Hopkins Medical School, trained at UCSF. She has two college...
2025-04-1543 min
Bare Naked MomsPuberty Expert Vanessa Kroll Bennett on How We Should Think and Talk About Modern PubertyDid you know the new average age for girls to begin puberty is 9?! Or that if you don’t talk to your kids about porn by the age of 12, it might be too late? In this week’s episode, Alanna and Milano are joined by puberty expert Vanessa Kroll Bennett, co-host of the chart-topping podcast This is So Awkward and co-author of the newly released book by the same title. Vanessa, who is known for flipping puberty positive, level sets our expectations of what we should be talking about with our kids, the ages we should be having these conv...
2025-04-0942 min
RelationscapesPuberty Ain't What it Used to Be (with Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett)
Puberty has changed a lot since we were kids. It starts earlier and lasts longer. And it's still as awkward as ever to talk about. Luckily, Dr. Cara Natterson and educator Vanessa Kroll Bennett are here to help.
They joined forces to explain the latest science on puberty, and to help caregivers, parents, and teachers navigate puberty conversations with confidence, humor, and connection. Their book is called This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained.
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This Is So Awkward podcast
Less Awkward resources
Socks for stinky feet and other pro...
2025-04-011h 15
Fireside with Blair HodgesRelationscapes: "From Cringe to Connection," (w/ Cara Natterson & Vanessa Kroll Bennett)“Relationscapes” is the current podcast by Blair Hodges, host of Fireside. Enjoy this sample episode and be sure to subscribe directly to Relatio0nscapes now, because this episode will fall out of the Fireside feed next month!
2025-04-011h 04
The 92 Report125. Cara Familian Natterson: Physician to Puberty InfluencerShow Notes: Cara Natterson moved to New York City where she worked for a drug rehabilitation center, and later moved to Baltimore, where she studied at Johns Hopkins Medical School. She eventually returned to L.A. and practiced pediatrics there. Her writing career began at the age of 31 when a co-worker asked her to read his manuscript, which inspired her to write her own book about raising kids. The Body Book Series and Less Awkward Company In 2008, Cara decided to leave clinical medicine and become a full-time writer. In 2011, after speaking at Mattel...
2025-03-3142 minVoices of Your Village328- How To Make Puberty and Sex Talks Less Awkward with Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll BennettYou're listening to Voices of Your Village, and today I get to hang out with Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett to chat about how to make puberty and sex talks less awkward. Our editor, Kristin, for the podcast and Rach both were like, oh my gosh, this episode is gold. I love how approachable Cara and Vanessa are and how much they let me be me in this and share about how little I was spoken to about puberty and sex and how awkward it is now when my kids do things like ask if they can in...
2025-03-201h 34
Your Child is Normal: with Dr Jessica HochmanEp 167: Everyday Health Decision for kids-- with Dr Cara Natterson & Vanessa Kroll BennettSend us a textEp 167: I was lucky enough to be a guest on "This is So Awkward" hosted by the amazind, smart and funny duo, Dr Cara Natterson and Vanessa Bennett" and I thought my audience would enjoy hearing this conversation as well. In this episode we talk about winter illnesses, vaccine anxiety, common injuries, travel tips with children and more! This is So Awkward is a fantastic podcast---I recommend checking it out for more on puberty, tweens and teens! Also, this podcast is coming out as Los Angeles has been dealing with unprecidented fire...
2025-01-1447 min
TILT Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenDr. Cara Natterson & Vanessa Kroll Bennett on Modern Day PubertyI’ve got a question for you: What’s your relationship with puberty? You know, that inescapable part of every human’s experience, marked by body changes, emotional swings, awkward stages, and more? Personally, I don’t look back on my journey through puberty with whole lotta fondness. Yet, being that it IS part of every child’s development process, puberty is something that we as parents and actually any adult supporting children are going to want to deeply understand so we can help our kids navigate it in a way that preserves their sense of self-worth, body confidence, and emotio...
2025-01-0944 min
ON BOYS PodcastMale Puberty Starts Sooner Than You ThinkModern male puberty starts sooner than you think. Boys today may enter puberty as early as age nine. That’s why your 10-year-old’s mood swings might actually be linked to these new hormonal shifts. As Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett point out in their book, This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained, the first sign of puberty often comes with a slamming door.Why Parents Miss the First SignsMany parents aren’t ready for male puberty. Early physical changes can be subtle, and they usually appear just as boys begin seeking...
2025-01-0241 min
Slate ConversationsRevisiting Modern Puberty, ExplainedWe’re always getting questions about puberty. And even if we’re not dealing with a question explicitly about puberty, it seems like this topic always finds a way to come up anyway… like in last Thursday’s episode, for example.And puberty is always in the news – just this year, the NIH published research about precocious puberty caused by chemicals in personal care products. And Harvard researchers developed an existing theory that socioeconomic factors might be linked to an early onset of puberty, too.So we thought this might be a...
2024-10-2830 min
Slate CultureRevisiting Modern Puberty, ExplainedWe’re always getting questions about puberty. And even if we’re not dealing with a question explicitly about puberty, it seems like this topic always finds a way to come up anyway… like in last Thursday’s episode, for example.And puberty is always in the news – just this year, the NIH published research about precocious puberty caused by chemicals in personal care products. And Harvard researchers developed an existing theory that socioeconomic factors might be linked to an early onset of puberty, too.So we thought this might be a...
2024-10-2833 min
Slate Daily FeedRevisiting Modern Puberty, ExplainedWe’re always getting questions about puberty. And even if we’re not dealing with a question explicitly about puberty, it seems like this topic always finds a way to come up anyway… like in last Thursday’s episode, for example.And puberty is always in the news – just this year, the NIH published research about precocious puberty caused by chemicals in personal care products. And Harvard researchers developed an existing theory that socioeconomic factors might be linked to an early onset of puberty, too.So we thought this might be a...
2024-10-2833 min
Slate AdviceRevisiting Modern Puberty, ExplainedWe’re always getting questions about puberty. And even if we’re not dealing with a question explicitly about puberty, it seems like this topic always finds a way to come up anyway… like in last Thursday’s episode, for example.And puberty is always in the news – just this year, the NIH published research about precocious puberty caused by chemicals in personal care products. And Harvard researchers developed an existing theory that socioeconomic factors might be linked to an early onset of puberty, too.So we thought this might be a...
2024-10-2830 min
Slate HealthRevisiting Modern Puberty, ExplainedWe’re always getting questions about puberty. And even if we’re not dealing with a question explicitly about puberty, it seems like this topic always finds a way to come up anyway… like in last Thursday’s episode, for example.And puberty is always in the news – just this year, the NIH published research about precocious puberty caused by chemicals in personal care products. And Harvard researchers developed an existing theory that socioeconomic factors might be linked to an early onset of puberty, too.So we thought this might be a...
2024-10-2830 min
Care and Feeding | Slate's parenting showRevisiting Modern Puberty, ExplainedWe’re always getting questions about puberty. And even if we’re not dealing with a question explicitly about puberty, it seems like this topic always finds a way to come up anyway… like in last Thursday’s episode, for example.And puberty is always in the news – just this year, the NIH published research about precocious puberty caused by chemicals in personal care products. And Harvard researchers developed an existing theory that socioeconomic factors might be linked to an early onset of puberty, too. Plus, our friends at Well, Now just published their own episod...
2024-10-2830 min
Slate NewsWell, Now: Puberty is Starting Earlier and Lasting Longer. Why?Puberty is changing, and we’re not talking about developing Adam’s apples and growing hair in new places.It starts earlier and lasts longer.Regardless of when this necessary stage of life starts, youth and their adults need support going through it.On this week’s episode of Well, Now puberty expert Vanessa Kroll Bennett discusses the biggest ways puberty has changed for today’s youth and how best to navigate it. She’s co-host of the podcast This Is So Awkward with Dr. Cara Natterson and co-author of This Is So Awkwa...
2024-10-2751 minSlate Daily FeedWell, Now: Puberty is Starting Earlier and Lasting Longer. Why?Puberty is changing, and we’re not talking about developing Adam’s apples and growing hair in new places.It starts earlier and lasts longer.Regardless of when this necessary stage of life starts, youth and their adults need support going through it.On this week’s episode of Well, Now puberty expert Vanessa Kroll Bennett discusses the biggest ways puberty has changed for today’s youth and how best to navigate it. She’s co-host of the podcast This Is So Awkward with Dr. Cara Natterson and co-author of This Is So Awkwa...
2024-10-2351 minSlate ConversationsWell, Now: Puberty is Starting Earlier and Lasting Longer. Why?Puberty is changing, and we’re not talking about developing Adam’s apples and growing hair in new places.It starts earlier and lasts longer.Regardless of when this necessary stage of life starts, youth and their adults need support going through it.On this week’s episode of Well, Now puberty expert Vanessa Kroll Bennett discusses the biggest ways puberty has changed for today’s youth and how best to navigate it. She’s co-host of the podcast This Is So Awkward with Dr. Cara Natterson and co-author of This Is So Awkwa...
2024-10-2348 minSlate HealthWell, Now | Puberty is Starting Earlier and Lasting Longer. Why?Puberty is changing, and we’re not talking about developing Adam’s apples and growing hair in new places.It starts earlier and lasts longer.Regardless of when this necessary stage of life starts, youth and their adults need support going through it.On this week’s episode of Well, Now puberty expert Vanessa Kroll Bennett discusses the biggest ways puberty has changed for today’s youth and how best to navigate it. She’s co-host of the podcast This Is So Awkward with Dr. Cara Natterson and co-author of This Is So Awkwa...
2024-10-2348 min
Slate BooksWell, Now: Puberty is Starting Earlier and Lasting Longer. Why?Puberty is changing, and we’re not talking about developing Adam’s apples and growing hair in new places.It starts earlier and lasts longer.Regardless of when this necessary stage of life starts, youth and their adults need support going through it.On this week’s episode of Well, Now puberty expert Vanessa Kroll Bennett discusses the biggest ways puberty has changed for today’s youth and how best to navigate it. She’s co-host of the podcast This Is So Awkward with Dr. Cara Natterson and co-author of This Is So Awkwa...
2024-10-2348 min
Slate CareersWell, Now: Puberty is Starting Earlier and Lasting Longer. Why?Puberty is changing, and we’re not talking about developing Adam’s apples and growing hair in new places.It starts earlier and lasts longer.Regardless of when this necessary stage of life starts, youth and their adults need support going through it.On this week’s episode of Well, Now puberty expert Vanessa Kroll Bennett discusses the biggest ways puberty has changed for today’s youth and how best to navigate it. She’s co-host of the podcast This Is So Awkward with Dr. Cara Natterson and co-author of This Is So Awkwa...
2024-10-2348 min
Slate Gender and SocietyWell, Now: Puberty is Starting Earlier and Lasting Longer. Why?Puberty is changing, and we’re not talking about developing Adam’s apples and growing hair in new places.It starts earlier and lasts longer.Regardless of when this necessary stage of life starts, youth and their adults need support going through it.On this week’s episode of Well, Now puberty expert Vanessa Kroll Bennett discusses the biggest ways puberty has changed for today’s youth and how best to navigate it. She’s co-host of the podcast This Is So Awkward with Dr. Cara Natterson and co-author of This Is So Awkwa...
2024-10-2348 minSlate CultureWell, Now: Puberty is Starting Earlier and Lasting Longer. Why?Puberty is changing, and we’re not talking about developing Adam’s apples and growing hair in new places.It starts earlier and lasts longer.Regardless of when this necessary stage of life starts, youth and their adults need support going through it.On this week’s episode of Well, Now puberty expert Vanessa Kroll Bennett discusses the biggest ways puberty has changed for today’s youth and how best to navigate it. She’s co-host of the podcast This Is So Awkward with Dr. Cara Natterson and co-author of This Is So Awkwa...
2024-10-2351 minSlate AdviceWell, Now: Puberty is Starting Earlier and Lasting Longer. Why?Puberty is changing, and we’re not talking about developing Adam’s apples and growing hair in new places.It starts earlier and lasts longer.Regardless of when this necessary stage of life starts, youth and their adults need support going through it.On this week’s episode of Well, Now puberty expert Vanessa Kroll Bennett discusses the biggest ways puberty has changed for today’s youth and how best to navigate it. She’s co-host of the podcast This Is So Awkward with Dr. Cara Natterson and co-author of This Is So Awkwa...
2024-10-2348 min
The Perimenopausal Mamas PodcastEpisode 245: Understanding Early Puberty: Potential Causes, Risk Factors and Concerns
In this episode, Dr. Lisa and Dr. Toni talk about the growing concern around early puberty in kids. Many are going through puberty earlier than ever and this can have a significant effect on their physical, mental and emotional development, especially for girls. Listen in for more info and some tips on how to prepare yourself and your kids for puberty, as well as setting your kids up for a lifetime of hormonal well-being.
In today’s episode, we cover:
What it means for your kids to be going through puberty
The difference between early puberty an...
2024-10-1044 min
Today, ExplainedPuberty hits different nowKids are going through puberty earlier, and scientists think they have found another reason why. Pediatrician Dr. Cara Natterson and puberty educator Vanessa Kroll Bennett explain why it should also change the way we talk about puberty. This episode was produced by Haleema Shah, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Miles Bryan, engineered by Rob Byers and Andrea Kristinsdottir, and hosted by Noel King. Transcript at vox.com/today-explained-podcast Support Today, Explained by becoming a Vox Member today: http://www.vox.com/members Cover art for "This is so Awkward" by Cara Natterson, MD and Vanessa Kroll Bennett. Image published...
2024-10-0426 min
Today, ExplainedPuberty hits different nowKids are going through puberty earlier, and scientists think they have found another reason why. Pediatrician Dr. Cara Natterson and puberty educator Vanessa Kroll Bennett explain why it should also change the way we talk about puberty.This episode was produced by Haleema Shah, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Miles Bryan, engineered by Rob Byers and Andrea Kristinsdottir, and hosted by Noel King.Transcript at vox.com/today-explained-podcastSupport Today, Explained by becoming a Vox Member today: http://www.vox.com/membersCover art for "This is so Awkward" by...
2024-10-0424 min
On Health for WomenThis is So Awkward: Supporting Teens through the ‘New Puberty’Of all the stages in life, most women tell me they’d least want to revisit—it's puberty. If you're reading this, you survived it too. And while you likely have some fond memories, you also remember the awkward body changes, the anxiety of getting your mom to buy pads or tampons to avoid the dreaded checkout counter, the stress around your emerging—or non-emerging—breasts, acne, and the confusing wave of new feelings that came with your growing sexual awareness.Our teens today are facing a different kind of puberty—a reality that’s markedly different from what we...
2024-08-311h 10
No Guilt Mom | Overcoming Mom Guilt, Parenting Tips, & Self Care for MomsFrom Mood Swings to Milestones: 4 Tips to Supporting Your Child Through Modern Puberty with Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll BennettToday, we're unraveling the tangled web of puberty, which seems to be hitting kids earlier and lasting a lot longer than ever before. Yep, it's not your imagination – puberty is now a decade-long marathon! 🏃♀️We’re joined by Dr. Cara Natterson, a pediatrician and New York Times bestselling author of ten books including The Care and Keeping of You series, and Vanessa Kroll Bennett, a national bestselling author and puberty educator. Listen in as we explore why today’s kids are entering puberty younger and the impacts of high-achievement culture, chronic stress, and even environmental f...
2024-08-1352 min
Parenting Teens Unfiltered with Cat & NatMaking Puberty Positive with Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll BennettWelcome to the NEW podcast all about parenting teens with Cat & Nat. Each week we are going to go over topics that you need to know and bring an expert to break down an important topic. New episodes every Monday, subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts.We have a bunch of kids going through puberty so we asked the million dollar question, at what age do we start talking about the ins and outs of puberty with our kids? Experts Cara Natterson, MD pediatrician and New York Times bestselling author and Vanessa Kroll Bennett, puberty...
2024-07-0848 min
Cat & Nat UnfilteredParenting Teens Unfiltered: Making Puberty Positive with Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll BennettWelcome to the NEW podcast all about parenting teens with Cat & Nat. Each week we are going to go over topics that you need to know and bring an expert to break down an important topic. New episodes every Monday, go subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts.We have a bunch of kids going through puberty so we asked the million dollar question, at what age do we start discussing puberty with our kids? Experts Cara Natterson MD, pediatrician and New York Times bestselling author and Vanessa Kroll Bennett, puberty educator and writer sat down wi...
2024-07-0848 min
Momster no moreMondays Motivational Bonus Book - This is So Awkward by Cara Patterson and Vanessa Kroll BennettIn the Motivational Monday Bonus Book episode of the MOMster No More podcast, the hosts discuss the book "This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained" by Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett. This book tackles the complexities of modern puberty, offering insights and practical advice for parents navigating this challenging phase with their children.Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett aim to demystify puberty by addressing key questions such as when puberty starts and ends, why kids experience sudden changes like body odor, and how parents can effectively respond to their teens' surging hormones. They emphasize the...
2024-06-031h 08
How To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Talk to Kids about Puberty with Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll-BennettThe post How to Talk to Kids about Puberty with Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll-Bennett appeared first on Dr Robyn Silverman.
2024-05-2100 min
The Drew Barrymore ShowVanessa Kroll Bennett and Cara Natterson on How Important "Big Mouth" Is for Teaching About Puberty
"This is So Awkward” authors Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett are talking all about puberty and taking audience questions about how to address it!
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2024-04-2124 min
The Visible VoicesGrowing Up: Insights on Puberty with Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll BennettIn today's episode I speak with a witty and sharp duo: Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett. We talk about puberty and parenting. They are the award winning authors of This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained and the podcast hosts of The Puberty Podcast.
Cara Natterson MD is a pediatrician, consultant, and NYTimes bestselling author. She's also the co-founder and CEO of Order of Magnitude a company dedicated to flipping puberty positive.
Vanessa Kroll Bennett is a puberty expert, writer and entrepreneur who helps adults navigate uncertainty while supporting the kids they love. President of Co...
2024-04-0438 min
Parenting TranslatorPuberty Has Changed. How to Talk About It, with Puberty Podcast's Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll-BennettLet's talk about the awkwardness of puberty. Things have changed since we were going through it, and most of us want to be much more open with our children than our parents are with us. But how do we do that without confusing them further or embarrassing them?Today, we're joined by Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll-Bennett from the Puberty Podcast to discuss the importance of open communication, using accurate terminology, and teaching kids about consent. We also highlight the impact of social media on body image and self-perception during puberty, and the need f...
2024-03-1339 min
Mindful Mama: Raising Kind, Confident Kids Without Losing Your Cool | Parenting Strategies For Big Emotions & MoreModern Puberty Explained - Cara Natterson, MD and Vanessa Kroll Bennett [455]Kids are starting puberty these days earlier than ever before—with the average age of onset at 8-9 in girls and 9-10 for boys! This means that we want to start thinking about those tricky conversations earlier than later. How DO we talk about kid’s bodily and hormonal changes? Cara Natterson, pediatrician, and Vanessa Kroll, puberty educator come on the podcast to talk about their new book, “This Is So Awkward.”ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast ), global speaker, number 1 bestselling author of “Raising Good Humans” and “Raising...
2024-03-1248 min
Velvet's Edge with Kelly HendersonSex Education (The Edge)Kelly and Chip welcome author of This Is So Awkward and host of Spilling the Pubertea, Vanessa Kroll Bennett, to talk about how to have the tough conversations with our youth about their bodies and sex. According to Vanessa, the conversation starts way earlier than you would think. She gives tips and examples on practice convos and also discusses what our current systems miss when it comes to sex education. Vanessa also leads workshops with pre-teens and teens educating them on their bodies, sex and more. Socials: @vanessakrollbennett Book: This Is So Awkward Podcast: Spillin...
2024-02-2353 min
Extra Shot with Alisha Fernandez MirandaExtra Shot 208: The Puberty PodcastersIt doesn't matter if you're 14 or 40-something: talking about puberty can be awkward. Thankfully, we have guides in the form of Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett - hosts of THE PUBERTY PODCAST and authors of the bestselling THIS IS SO AWKWARD: MODERN PUBERTY EXPLAINED - to help us navigate tricky conversations. Join Alisha, Cara and Vanessa as they discuss making mistakes as moms, why humor can help any situation and why puberty doesn't, in fact, have to be awkward after all. Buy THIS IS SO AWKWARD here. Hosted on Acast. See...
2024-02-2028 min
Getting Open with Andrea MillerHow to Get Moody Kids to Talk to You ft. Puberty Experts Vanessa Kroll Bennet & Cara NattersonPuberty Experts Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett (Hosts of the Puberty Podcast) join us to discuss important parenting topics like: how parents can get their kids and teens to talk to them, how kids connect with each other and their parents, and we even get into their parenting HOT TAKES - today on The Open Relationships Podcast Chapters: 00:00 - The Open Relationships Podcast 03:08 - ALL PARENTS Need To “Lecture Less AND Listen More” 06:15 - How To Ask Better Questions 11:00 - Do Kids Feel Isolated? 16...
2024-01-3046 min
Getting Open with Andrea MillerHow to Get Moody Kids to Talk to You ft. Puberty Experts Vanessa Kroll Bennet & Cara NattersonPuberty Experts Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett (Hosts of the Puberty Podcast) join us to discuss important parenting topics like: how parents can get their kids and teens to talk to them, how kids connect with each other and their parents, and we even get into their parenting HOT TAKES - today on The Open Relationships Podcast Chapters: 00:00 - The Open Relationships Podcast 03:08 - ALL PARENTS Need To “Lecture Less AND Listen More” 06:15 - How To Ask Better Questions 11:00 - Do Kids Feel Isolated? 16:30 - How Many Friends Do Kids Need? 19:10 - How Do I Connect With A Teena...
2024-01-3046 minON BOYS PodcastModern Male Puberty is AwkwardModern male puberty starts earlier than you think.It may start as early as age 9 in boys – which means that the mood swings you’re seeing in your 10-year-old son could well be puberty-related. After all, as Cara Natterson & Vanessa Kroll Bennett write in their book This is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained, “The very first sign of puberty in most kids is a slamming door.” Most parents of boys aren’t prepared for male puberty. (And may be in denial when the first signs start appearing.) The earliest physical symptoms of male puberty aren’t obvious & typical...
2024-01-2541 min
Psychologists Off the ClockPuberty Is Awkward with Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll BennettCara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett provide a comprehensive roadmap for all things puberty-related.
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TranscriptsPuberty Is Awkward with Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll BennettCara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett provide a comprehensive roadmap for all things puberty-related.
2024-01-1000 minPsychologists Off the Clock337. Puberty Is Awkward with Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll BennettPuberty can be a very confusing and transformative time, full of physical and emotional changes that can be both exciting and challenging to navigate. As your children go through this phase, they may need your support and guidance more than ever. Joining us for a conversation all about all things puberty are Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett, the coauthors of national bestseller, This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained. If you are the parent of children who are approaching or already going through this time of rapid growth and development, Cara and Vanessa's science-based explanations, compassionate and realistic...
2024-01-101h 03Psychologists Off the Clock337. Puberty Is Awkward with Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll BennettPuberty can be a very confusing and transformative time, full of physical and emotional changes that can be both exciting and challenging to navigate. As your children go through this phase, they may need your support and guidance more than ever. Joining us for a conversation all about all things puberty are Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett, the coauthors of national bestseller, This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained. If you are the parent of children who are approaching or already going through this time of rapid growth and development, Cara and Vanessa's science-based explanations, compassionate and realistic...
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Cat & Nat UnfilteredModern Puberty Explained with Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll BennettWith a million questions surrounding puberty, we brought in experts Cara Natterson MD, a pediatrician and New York Times bestselling author, and Vanessa Kroll Bennett, a puberty educator and writer. Together, they host The Puberty Podcast, run Order of Magnitude, the leading brand dedicated to flipping puberty positive and they wrote the book 'This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained'. Perhaps their biggest cred, however, is that between them, they parent six teens. Check out Cara and Vanessa on Instagram and TikTok @spillingthepubertea.Want our podcasts sent straight to your phone? Text us the word "Podcast"...
2023-12-1817 min
CBS Mornings on the GoKurt & Wyatt Russell on Sci-Fi Show "Monarch: Legacy of Monsters" | Say She She's Unique "Discodelic" Sound
The shock victory of Geert Wilders, the long-time face of the Netherlands' far-right movement, is the latest indication that Europe as a whole may be lurching to the right. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports from Italy on the reasons behind the continental shift.Megha Mohan, BBC World Service gender and identity correspondent, travels to Malawi where she speaks with former first lady Michelle Obama, human rights lawyer Amal Clooney and philanthropist Melinda French Gates as they launch their ambitious joint project to tackle the issue of underage girls being sold off as child brides in Africa.
2023-11-2838 min
CBS Mornings on the GoKurt & Wyatt Russell on Sci-Fi Show "Monarch: Legacy of Monsters" | Say She She's Unique "Discodelic" SoundThe shock victory of Geert Wilders, the long-time face of the Netherlands' far-right movement, is the latest indication that Europe as a whole may be lurching to the right. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports from Italy on the reasons behind the continental shift.Megha Mohan, BBC World Service gender and identity correspondent, travels to Malawi where she speaks with former first lady Michelle Obama, human rights lawyer Amal Clooney and philanthropist Melinda French Gates as they launch their ambitious joint project to tackle the issue of underage girls being sold off as child brides in Africa.
2023-11-2834 min
Totally Booked with ZibbyCara Natterson, MD & Vanessa Kroll Bennett, THIS IS SO AWKWARD: Modern Puberty ExplainedZibby interviews Cara Natterson, MD, and Vanessa Kroll Bennett, authors of THIS IS SO AWKWARD: MODERN PUBERTY EXPLAINED. They discuss their motivation for writing the book, aiming to empower parents, teachers, and other adults in guiding kids through puberty. The book covers more than typical puberty topics, delving into sports, eating behaviors, and mental health. Zibby praises the book's comprehensive approach and its usefulness in her own parenting. Both authors emphasize the importance of open, judgment-free conversations with kids about puberty and its challenges. The interview concludes with their advice for co-authoring a book and the unique challenges and...
2023-11-2733 min
Where Parents Talk: Evidence-based Expert Advice on Raising Kids TodayUnpacking Modern Puberty
This week on Where Parents Talk radio on 105.9 The Region, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Dr. Cara Natterson, pediatrician and Vanessa Kroll Bennett, puberty educator, about modern puberty.
2023-11-1128 minWhere Parents Talk: Evidence-based Expert Advice on Raising Kids TodayUnpacking Modern Puberty
This week on Where Parents Talk radio on 105.9 The Region, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Dr. Cara Natterson, pediatrician and Vanessa Kroll Bennett, puberty educator, about modern puberty.
2023-11-1128 min
Your New Life BlendVanessa Bennett, Author, Entrepreneur & Puberty ExpertHow does one become a Puberty Mogul? Accidentally, according to Vanessa Bennett - but also on purpose, by raising four kids and caring deeply about how to support their growth, development, self-knowledge and self-esteem. Vanessa is the co-author of This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained and co-host of "The Puberty Podcast," both with pediatrician Cara Natterson, and is the President of Order of Magnitude, a puberty stage-of-life company to solve the pain points while empowering kids and their adults. In this episode of "Your New Life Blend," Vanessa talks to host Shoshanna Hecht about jumping in as an...
2023-11-0726 min
What Fresh Hell: Laughing in the Face of Motherhood | Parenting Tips From Funny MomsAsk Amy: When Did 5th Grade Get So Rough?Is fifth grade way more complicated than it used to be? A listener wrote in to ask:"Is it just me or is 5th grade rough? Is it just my 5th grader and his classmates, or are others experiencing this too? Weird friend drama, lots of emotions, being teased (but in a friendly way?)... It’s a lot. Please tell me I’m not alone!"The average 5th grader is in the 10- to 11-year-old range, and as Vanessa Kroll Bennett and Dr. Cara Natterson recently explained to us, that's become a reasonable age for pube...
2023-11-0605 min
ParentData with Emily OsterLet’s Talk Puberty: Supporting our kids through the cringeIt’s time to make things awkward! Our journey through puberty is mercifully over, but we’ve still got to help our kids through it… and it may not be what we remember. Pediatrician Dr. Cara Natterson and journalist Vanessa Kroll Bennett, authors of “This is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained,” are here to dive headfirst into the surprising complexities of the endocrine system and how to stay close to our kids as they navigate today’s journey of adolescence.
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2023-11-0250 min
The Drew Barrymore ShowVanessa Kroll Bennett and Cara Natterson, MD on Helping Kids Feel Safer During Puberty
“This is So Awkward” authors pediatrician Dr. Cara Natterson and Puberty Educator Vanessa Kroll Bennett are talking about their new book and why they wrote it. They’re also taking audience questions about parenting and talking through puberty with teens. Comedian and author Reggie Watts is joining Drew and Ross Mathews at the news desk to cover stories like Stanley Tucci’s TikTok viral breakfast pasta recipe and the hilarious deal breaker a woman used to avoid a second date. Reggie is also telling them about his memoir inspired by time spent in Montana.
To lear...
2023-10-2627 min
Peace at Home Parenting PodcastThe Awkward Transition: Navigating Puberty with ConfidenceThe onset of puberty in girls is associated with a drop in self-esteem. And the big change can be complicated for boys and kids all along the gender spectrum. Join Peace At Home teacher Amy Alamar, EdD as she conducts an inspiring interview with puberty experts Cara Natterson, MD and Vanessa Kroll Bennett. Together Cara and Vanessa host “The Puberty Podcast” and just authored the new book, “This is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained.” If your child is approaching puberty or even already there, don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the physical and emotional changes kids go through...
2023-10-1832 min
This Is the AuthorS8 E38: Cat Bohannon, Jacqueline Woodson, and Vanessa Kroll BennettIn this episode, meet researcher Cat Bohannon, children’s writer Jacqueline Woodson, and puberty expert and writer Vanessa Kroll Bennett. Press play to hear how these authors radically celebrate the human experience, from the processes of the human body to the relationships we share with each other.
Eve by Cat Bohannon
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This is So Awkward by Cara Natterson, MD and Vanessa Kroll Bennett
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2023-10-1717 min
KQED's ForumNew Book, 'This is So Awkward,' Helps Families Navigate Modern PubertySlamming a bedroom door is one of the first signs a young person is entering puberty. Then come the physical changes, first periods, wet dreams, acne, mood swings and many other shifts. But, today’s young people are experiencing puberty in different ways than their parents’ generation. It starts sooner and lasts longer, making a complex stage of life even more challenging. The authors of a new book, “This is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained,” will join us to lay out how puberty has changed and how families can navigate this tricky time in kids’ lives.Guest...
2023-10-1656 minCare and Feeding | Slate's parenting showModern Puberty ExplainedOn this episode: Jamilah Lemieux is joined by Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett, authors of This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained. They explain how puberty has changed over the last few decades, what these shifts mean for today’s kids, and how caregivers can guide these young adults through this transition. If you want to check out more of Cara and Vanessa’s wonderful advice, they also host The Puberty Podcast. Recommendations: Elizabeth: Clubhouse Games (Nintendo Switch) Zak: Taco Cat Goat Cheese PizzaJamilah: You Are So...
2023-10-1633 minSlate BooksMom & Dad: This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty ExplainedOn this episode: Jamilah Lemieux is joined by Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett, authors of This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained. They explain how puberty has changed over the last few decades, what these shifts mean for today’s kids, and how caregivers can guide these young adults through this transition. If you want to check out more of Cara and Vanessa’s wonderful advice, they also host The Puberty Podcast. Recommendations: Elizabeth: Clubhouse Games (Nintendo Switch) Zak: Taco Cat Goat Cheese PizzaJamilah: You Are So...
2023-10-1633 minSlate HealthMom & Dad: Modern Puberty ExplainedOn this episode: Jamilah Lemieux is joined by Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett, authors of This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained. They explain how puberty has changed over the last few decades, what these shifts mean for today’s kids, and how caregivers can guide these young adults through this transition. If you want to check out more of Cara and Vanessa’s wonderful advice, they also host The Puberty Podcast. Recommendations: Elizabeth: Clubhouse Games (Nintendo Switch) Zak: Taco Cat Goat Cheese PizzaJamilah: You Are So...
2023-10-1633 minSlate AdviceMom & Dad: Modern Puberty ExplainedOn this episode: Jamilah Lemieux is joined by Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett, authors of This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained. They explain how puberty has changed over the last few decades, what these shifts mean for today’s kids, and how caregivers can guide these young adults through this transition. If you want to check out more of Cara and Vanessa’s wonderful advice, they also host The Puberty Podcast. Recommendations: Elizabeth: Clubhouse Games (Nintendo Switch) Zak: Taco Cat Goat Cheese PizzaJamilah: You Are So...
2023-10-1633 min
Raising Good HumansS3 Ep 41: How To Talk (And Not Talk) About Body ImageIn this week's episode, we delve into some conversations that can be awkward if we're not prepared, including what to do when friends or relatives comment on our kids' changing bodies. We explore how commenting on our kids' bodies can affect their self-image, even when we don't intend to do so. Our guests Vanessa Kroll Bennett and Dr. Cara Natterson, hosts of The Puberty Podcast, bring their expertise and insights to the forefront, offering a fresh perspective on the challenges of navigating evolving bodies. They are co-authors of the terrific new book This Is So Awkward! Modern Puberty Explained...
2023-10-1437 min
What Fresh Hell: Laughing in the Face of Motherhood | Parenting Tips From Funny MomsFresh Take: Vanessa Kroll Bennett and Dr. Cara Natterson on PubertyThese days, early is normal for puberty onset—and early is REALLY early. That means kids whose brains might not match the way they look, and parents who are freaking out about how to bring these delicate matters up in conversation.
Help is here! Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett, co-hosts of The Puberty Podcast and co-authors of the new book This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained, offer clear explanations (for parents and kids both!) and ways to start talking.
Margaret, Amy, Vanessa, and Cara discuss:
How puberty has changed in the pa...
2023-10-1340 min
The Flexible NeuroticHormone Stew…Puberty & “Second Puberty”!EP 95: OMG! Do just hearing the words hormones and puberty make you cringe? I know, me too! And my kids are 17 and 19. How about taking a midlife woman with her own raging hormones and mix it with her teens’ hormones, that’s called full hormone stew. Do you want to hear all the latest research nuggets on puberty mixed with real life stories from two puberty experts who also happen to be midlife moms too? Want to hear about the “new puberty” ? Why does puberty with our kids feel different from the puberty we remember? And, how has social media ch...
2023-10-121h 16
Explore New Worlds, Free Audiobook Are the Golden PearlsThis Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained Audiobook by Cara NattersonListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 670764
Title: This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained
Author: Cara Natterson, Vanessa Kroll Bennett
Narrator: Cara Natterson, Vanessa Kroll Bennett
Format: Unabridged
Length: 13:45:20
Language: English
Release date: 10-10-23
Publisher: Random House (Audio)
Genres: Non-Fiction, Health & Wellness, Psychology, Parenting
Summary:
NATIONAL BESTSELLER • The ultimate guide for adults helping tweens and teens navigate the rollercoaster of puberty.
“An accessible, enjoyable, and detailed road map for addressing even the most delicate topics with confidence and compassion.”—Lisa Damour, PhD, author of Untangled, Under Pressure, and The Emotional Lives of Teenagers
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2023-10-101h 45
Embrace Your Day With A Breakthrough Full Audiobook.This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained by Vanessa Kroll Bennett, Cara NattersonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/670764to listen full audiobooks.
Title: This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained
Author: Vanessa Kroll Bennett, Cara Natterson
Narrator: Vanessa Kroll Bennett, Cara Natterson
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 13 hours 45 minutes
Release date: October 10, 2023
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 3
Genres: Mental Health & Psychology
Publisher's Summary:
NATIONAL BESTSELLER • The ultimate guide for adults helping tweens and teens navigate the rollercoaster of puberty. “An accessible, enjoyable, and detailed road map for addressing even the most delicate topics with confidence and compassion.”—Lisa Damour, PhD, author of Untangled, Under Pressure, and The Emotional Lives of Teenagers Almost everything...
2023-10-101h 45
Middle School Walk & TalkThis is So Awkward - Seeing the Humanity in Puberty with Special Guests Cara Natterson & Vanessa Kroll BennettCo-hosts Phyllis and Jessica are joined by some very special guests, the authors of the highly anticipated book, This is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained. And boy do we dig into puberty in this exciting episode!The most jaw-dropping fact about modern-day growing up is how much earlier it begins. Today’s kids enter puberty an average of two years younger than their parents did. In fact, it’s not uncommon to hear about kids riding their first wave of hormonal surges three, four, or even five years sooner than the people raising them.The secon...
2023-10-1042 min
Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Raising Tweens & Teens139: This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained with Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa BennettSo what’s really happening when kids go through puberty? Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Bennett join the Ask Lisa podcast to talk about their new book This is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained. The conversation takes a deep dive into the research on puberty and tackles key questions: When does puberty start and end? Why do kids suddenly smell bad, and how do we help? What’s the best way to respond to teens’ surging hormones? How do we support late bloomers? And more!
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2023-10-1057 minListen to Best Full Audiobooks in Self-Improvement, Parenting TipsThis Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained by Vanessa Kroll Bennett, Cara NattersonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/670764to listen full audiobooks.
Title: This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained
Author: Vanessa Kroll Bennett, Cara Natterson
Narrator: Vanessa Kroll Bennett, Cara Natterson
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 13 hours 45 minutes
Release date: October 10, 2023
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Parenting Tips
Publisher's Summary:
NATIONAL BESTSELLER • The ultimate guide for adults helping tweens and teens navigate the rollercoaster of puberty. “An accessible, enjoyable, and detailed road map for addressing even the most delicate topics with confidence and compassion.”—Lisa Damour, PhD, author of Untangled, Under Pressure, and The Emotional Lives of Teenagers Almost everything about pube...
2023-10-101h 45
Listen to Best Free Audiobooks in Self-Improvement, Parenting TipsThis Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained by Vanessa Kroll Bennett, Cara NattersonPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/670764 to listen full audiobooks. Title: This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained Author: Vanessa Kroll Bennett, Cara Natterson Narrator: Vanessa Kroll Bennett, Cara Natterson Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 13 hours 45 minutes Release date: October 10, 2023 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Parenting Tips Publisher's Summary: NATIONAL BESTSELLER • The ultimate guide for adults helping tweens and teens navigate the rollercoaster of puberty. “An accessible, enjoyable, and detailed road map for addressing even the most delicate topics with confidence and compassion.”—Lisa Damour, PhD, author of Untangled, Under Pressure, and The Emotional Lives of Teenagers Almost everything...
2023-10-1010 minAccess Essential Full Audiobooks in Health & Wellness, Mental Health & PsychologyThis Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained by Vanessa Kroll Bennett, Cara NattersonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/670764to listen full audiobooks.
Title: This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained
Author: Vanessa Kroll Bennett, Cara Natterson
Narrator: Vanessa Kroll Bennett, Cara Natterson
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 13 hours 45 minutes
Release date: October 10, 2023
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 3
Genres: Mental Health & Psychology
Publisher's Summary:
NATIONAL BESTSELLER • The ultimate guide for adults helping tweens and teens navigate the rollercoaster of puberty. “An accessible, enjoyable, and detailed road map for addressing even the most delicate topics with confidence and compassion.”—Lisa Damour, PhD, author of Untangled, Under Pressure, and The Emotional Lives of Teenagers Almost everything...
2023-10-101h 45
That's Total Mom SenseDr. Cara Natterson & Vanessa Kroll Bennett: Making Puberty Less AwkwardCara Natterson, MD is a pediatrician and New York Times bestselling author; Vanessa Kroll Bennett is a puberty educator and writer. On the show, we talk about having the sex talk with kids of all ages, how to prepare for adolescence which begins much earlier now, and how we keep open lines of communication as parents.Meet My Guest:
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2023-10-0556 min
The Second ShiftHow to Survive Your Child During Puberty With Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll BennettIf you're a parent of a pre-teen or teenager, you won't want to miss this candid conversation with guests, Dr Cara Natterson, and Vanessa Kroll Bennett, leading voices in adolescence and puberty. They are the hosts of The Puberty Podcast and authors of the new book, "This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained."Navigating the choppy waters of puberty can be a daunting experience, filled with questions, uncertainty, and yes, plenty of awkward moments. But fear not, curious and occasionally stressed-out parents; Cara and Vanessa are here to lend their expertise, wit, and a dash of hu...
2023-10-0448 min
Full-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenTPP 343: What You Need to Know About Modern Day Puberty, with Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll BennettI’ve got a question for you: What’s your relationship with puberty? You know, that inescapable part of every human’s experience, marked by body changes, emotional swings, awkward stages, and more? Personally, I don’t look back on my journey through puberty with whole lotta fondness.Yet, being that it IS part of every child’s development process, puberty is something that we as parents and actually any adult supporting children are going to want to deeply understand so we can help our kids navigate it in a way that preserves their sense of self-worth, body confi...
2023-10-0347 minFull-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenTPP 343: What You Need to Know About Modern Day Puberty, with Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll BennettI’ve got a question for you: What’s your relationship with puberty? You know, that inescapable part of every human’s experience, marked by body changes, emotional swings, awkward stages, and more? Personally, I don’t look back on my journey through puberty with whole lotta fondness.Yet, being that it IS part of every child’s development process, puberty is something that we as parents and actually any adult supporting children are going to want to deeply understand so we can help our kids navigate it in a way that preserves their sense of self-worth, body confi...
2023-10-0347 min
Ask RonnaWe're All in the Puberty Business with Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll BennettNow wait a minute. (Bryan) had a previous commitment, so he's unable to join us this week, but don't you worry. We've got a total woman power episode, pardon me. Joining us in The Carriage House are puberty experts Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett! They're the authors of the incredible new book THIS IS SO AWKWARD, the ultimate guide for adults helping tweens and teens navigate puberty. They're also the founders of Order of Magnitude, the first stage-of-life company focused on puberty and hosts of THE PUBERTY PODCAST. They even have their own line of c...
2023-10-031h 11
Calm the Chaos Parenting21 Expert Tips for Parents Who Are Barely Surviving the ChaosEPISODE 18: Ever wished you could go back and talk to your younger self and tell them everything you wish you’d known?Well, in this week's podcast, we’re going to do just that.In it, we asked 21 parenting experts the same question: What message do you have for parents who are struggling, who are where you were at the start of your journey?Because parenting is hard. And sometimes, it can feel like we can barely keep our head above water. These experts are here to offer you a life...
2023-08-0833 min
What's the Big Idea?Modern Puberty with Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll BennettIn which Dan talks about puberty--that rite of passage that many of us would sooner forget--and how for kids today it looks and feels so very different from a generation ago. He talks to Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett, hosts of the excellent Puberty Podcast and co-authors of the forthcoming book This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained. Dan, Cara, and Vanessa discuss the role adults play in the lives of adolescents, technology, the adolescent brain, and what schools are getting right and could do better. As always, I welcome comments and questions on Twitter, Threads, and...
2023-08-0457 minYour Child is Normal: with Dr Jessica HochmanEp 91: Everything you need to know about Puberty! with Cara Natterson MD & Vanessa Kroll Bennett, hosts of The Puberty PodcastSend us a textThis weeks's episode of Ask Dr Jessica is joined by the hosts of The Puberty Podcast, Dr Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett. In this episode we talk about all things relating to puberty! Often I find that talking about puberty can be awkward, but Dr Cara and Vanessa are so knowledgeable, funny, and honest--that they are paving the way to show us that these conversations don't have to be awkward. They offer great advice and tips --especially helpful to anyone who has tweens or teens. The Puberty Podcast weaves together sci...
2023-06-1942 min
Big Time AdultingHow to Talk to Young Kids about Awkward Shit: The Puberty PodcastToday we are joined by Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett who are the hosts of The Puberty Podcast, a riveting show that weaves together scientific research, parenting strategies, and hilarious stories to help guide adults who are raising kids through puberty. You might be surprised to learn that puberty begins for girls at 8 or 9 and for boys at 9 or 10! In this episode, we focus on body image and what to say and not say to our kids about their bodies. Caitlin seeks to understand how to set boundaries around clothing, nudity, and public displays of pleasure. We...
2023-06-1440 min
Sex Ed with DBParenting and Sex Ed with The Puberty Podcast Hosts Vanessa Kroll-Bennett and Cara Natterson
2023-04-041h 01
Sex Ed with DB: smart, science-backed sex educationParenting and Sex Ed with The Puberty Podcast Hosts Vanessa Kroll-Bennett and Cara Natterson In this episode, DB sits down with the hosts of The Puberty Podcast, Vanessa Kroll-Bennett and Cara Natterson. They discuss common questions and tips for parents to talk to their kids about bodies, puberty, and sex, including the importance of shame-free communication and regular conversations to break down stigma. --- Sex Ed with DB, Season 7 is Sponsored by: Lion's Den, Uberlube, Magic Wand, Future Method, and Freya. Get discounts on all of DB’s favorite things here! --- Follow Sex Ed with DB on: Instagram: @se...
2023-01-181h 01
Can We Talk?Episode 85: Teens and Mental Health in the (Post)PandemicTeens were already struggling before COVID. When the pandemic hit, things just got worse. In this episode of Can We Talk?, we speak with Vanessa Kroll Bennett, co-host of The Puberty Podcast, parenting writer, and mother of four, about teens and mental health—before, during, and after the pandemic—gender differences, and what caregivers and Jewish communities can do to help. We also hear directly from teens about how the pandemic affected them and how they're doing now.
This episode includes November Mist from Blue Dot Sessions.
2022-12-0520 min
Your Teen with Sue and StephPubertyWe've all gone through it. They're all going to go through it. So why aren't we prepared to tell them about it? Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Bennett, co-hosts of The Puberty Podcast, hold our hands so we can do better.In this episode, we cover:
How to feel prepared for your child's entrance into puberty
When do kids start going through puberty? Is it harder for kids to be early or late?
How do we tell our kids that there is no "normal?"
Is this stage hard for our kids? How do we help them i...
2022-03-1547 min