Tough Topics

• Talking to Kids About Politics and Elections

  During election season, it can be hard for parents to help kids understand what they see and hear, but it’s important to try. Here are some tips.

• Talking to Kids About Race and Racism

  Race and the harmful effects of racism are common topics of conversation for some families. Other parents, though, might talk about racism and discrimination with their kids rarely, or not at all.To help put an end to racism, everyone has to take an active role, no matter who they are.

• Talking to Your Child About Periods

  Kids reaching puberty should already know what’s going to happen to their bodies. Here are some tips for talking to your daughter about menstruation.

• Talking to Your Child About Puberty

  Talking to kids about puberty is an important job for parents, especially because kids often hear about sex and relationships from unreliable sources. Here are some tips.

• Talking to Your Child About World Conflicts

  Talking with kids about violence and world conflict (like what’s happening in the Middle East and Ukraine) can be hard. Here are some tips.

• Talking to Your Kids About Alcohol

  As much as parents may not like to think about it, the truth is that many kids and teens try alcohol before it is legal for them to drink it. Here’s an age-based guide on how to talk to them about it.

• Talking to Your Kids About Drugs

  Help protect kids against drug use by giving them the facts before they’re in a risky situation.

• Talking to Your Kids About STDs

  Your kids need to understand how STDs spread and how to protect themselves. Here’s how to talk to them about sexually transmitted diseases.

• Taming Tempers

  Controlling outbursts can be hard for kids – and helping them learn to do so is a tough job for their parents. But just about every child can improve with the right coaching.

• Teaching Kids About Their Bodies

  Teaching kids about their bodies and what is private can help them develop healthy feelings about their bodies in age-appropriate ways.