The Sex Talk You Are Avoiding

The Sex Talk You Are Avoiding

From Conscious Parenting Your ADHD Child by Stacey Yates Sellar

June 8, 2026 · 14 min · Season 2 · Episode 11

About this episode

This episode provides parents with guidance on how to discuss sex, bodies, and consent with their children in the context of early exposure to pornography.

The conversation every parent dreads - the internet is already having with your kids. In this episode, we tackle one of the most uncomfortable but essential topics for modern parenting: how to talk to your children about sex, bodies, and consent in a world where pornography reaches them long before you do. From the realities of early exposure to practical ways to start the conversation, this is a direct, honest guide for parents who want to stay in the picture. What You’ll Discover - The Reality of Early Exposure : Why the average age kids first see porn is now 11, how it happens, and the damaging messages it teaches about bodies, intimacy, and expectations. - How to Actually Start the Talk : Practical strategies for lowering the bar, naming your own discomfort, using helpful resources, and keeping the conversation ongoing rather than one big awkward moment. - Consent for Neurodivergent Kids : Why consent needs earlier, more concrete teaching for ADHD and autistic children, with real examples of building those skills through everyday moments. Kids are going to learn about sex one way or another - the question is whether it comes from distorted online content or from a trusted…

People in this episode

Host: Stacey Yates Sellar

Topics covered

  • sex education
  • parenting
  • consent
  • ADHD
  • neurodiversity
  • pornography

Keywords

  • sex talk
  • parenting advice
  • children and sex
  • consent education
  • ADHD parenting
  • neurodivergent kids
  • pornography exposure

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