As if parenting is not challenging enough and then puberty rears its head. As parents, we have more control than you may think. We may not be able to control the fact that they are growing up but we do have the opportunity to make the journey an enjoyable experience.
Puberty happens slowly.
More than anything, your child needs someone in their life to cheer them on and adults they love and respect to guide them through this time with sensitivity. Talking with your child about their changing body doesn’t need to be awkward. That’s why we’ve put together a variety of workshops aimed at helping you increase your child’s confidence about their growing and developing body.
“My daughter loved the workshop. She is now a lot more comfortable to talk to me about puberty.”
For Families
Girls chat
Years 4-6 girls and their mother or care giver (90 mins)
Before puberty hits is the ideal time for parents to strengthen the relationship before your child moves into the teen years. This workshop is designed for daughters and their mums to spend time chatting about their girlhood journey with honesty and a sense of humour. Not only do we cover the essentials of learning about puberty and periods and getting to know our bodies but we cover some of the challenging social and emotional topics like friendships, body image and the media. Whether you have started the puberty chat or tossing up how to, this is a perfect opportunity for some girl time!
Boys chat
Years 4-6 boys and their parent or care giver (90 mins)
A fun workshop designed to support boys to gain confidence to chat about puberty. Not only do we cover the essentials of learning about puberty but we cover some of the challenging social and emotional topics like body image, friendships and effects of the media. Whether you have started the puberty chat or just tossing up how to, this is a perfect opportunity to build positive connections and open the lines of communication.
Intro to puberty chat
Years 4-5 students and their parent or caregiver (60 mins)
Not sure how to start the puberty chat? Talking about puberty doesn’t need to be feared. In today’s modern world children are bombarded with images and messages about bodies and relationships. It’s important parents start chatting early and offer children the opportunity to ask questions and learn about their bodies from a trusted and loving source. This workshop is the perfect way to start the conversation. A guided and gentle introduction to puberty changes.
Bodies & babies chat
Years 5-8 students and their parent or care giver (90 mins)
A supportive workshop that sensitively guides children to gain an age appropriate understanding of changes in the reproductive system i.e. sperm production and the menstrual cycle. With their parents they are supported to learn about fertilisation and stages of pregnancy, as well as respectfully acknowledging laws and values around sexual intercourse.