How to Talk to Your Teen About Sex (Without Making It Weird)

About this episode

This episode discusses how parents can effectively talk to their teens about sex to provide them with accurate information and build trust.

Many parents dread conversations about sex with their teenagers, but avoiding these discussions leaves teens vulnerable to misinformation from peers and pornography. In this episode, sexuality educator Amy Lang reveals how to approach sex talks as preparation rather than prevention—a crucial mindset shift that removes shame and builds trust. The core message: Your teen needs factual information about healthy relationships, consent, pleasure, and safety. Rather than warning them away from sex, help them understand what healthy sexuality looks like so they make informed decisions.

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Cam

Guest: Amy Lang

Topics covered

• sex education
• teen communication
• healthy relationships
• consent
• parenting

Keywords

• teen sex talks
• parenting teens
• sexuality education
• healthy sexuality
• consent
• pleasure
• safety

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