The Parenting Conversation Most of Us Avoid

The Parenting Conversation Most of Us Avoid

From The Mama's Den by Black Love Podcast Network

May 11, 2026 · 49 min

About this episode

The episode features a conversation about how to discuss bodies, boundaries, and sex with children of all ages.

This is one of those conversations every parent needs to hear...so we had to RUN IT BACK. Certified sex educator, intimacy expert, and bestselling author Shan Boodram joins the Mamas for an honest, hilarious, and deeply informative conversation about how to talk to our children about their bodies, boundaries, consent, crushes, and sex—without fear or shame. From toddlers touching themselves to teenagers navigating their first relationships, Shan walks us through what healthy sexual development actually looks like at every age and explains why giving kids the correct language for their body parts can be one of the most powerful ways to protect them. The Mamas also get personal, sharing their own experiences with purity culture, parenting teenagers, and the very real tension between wanting to keep our children safe while preparing them for healthy, loving relationships. Whether you’re raising toddlers, tweens, or teens, this episode is packed with practical guidance, unforgettable laughs, and the kind of information many of us wish our own parents had. Trust us: save this episode, send it to your partner, and share it with every parent you know. ____ The Mama’s Den is on tour…

People in this episode

Hosts: Ashley, Codie, Mela

Guest: Shan Boodram

Topics covered

  • parenting
  • sexual education
  • boundaries
  • consent
  • healthy relationships
  • purity culture

Keywords

  • parenting
  • sex education
  • children
  • boundaries
  • consent
  • healthy relationships
  • purity culture

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Black Love Podcast Network

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