Consent and Communication: Building Healthy Relationships
From Young & Healthy by Cincinnati Children’s
February 20, 2026 · 27 min · Season 6 · Episode 113
About this episode
This episode discusses the importance of consent and communication in building healthy relationships, particularly for children and adolescents.
The topic of consent can feel tricky to navigate, but it’s a conversation that should start early and continue often. On the newest episode of the Young & Healthy podcast, Ashley Cremeans, a social worker with the Mayerson Center for Safe and Healthy Children at Cincinnati Children’s, sits down with host Kate Setter to explore how consent can be discussed across different ages and stages of development. Ashley discusses how families can approach conversations about consent during adolescence, reinforcing that consent is ongoing, can be withdrawn at any time and applies in many everyday situations. She offers practical guidance on helping children identify trusted adults and confidently communicate their boundaries — from playtime to physical affection and beyond. Ashley also dives into the complexities of teen relationships, including situations in which consent cannot be given. She explains consent laws within the tri-state area, equipping parents and caregivers with the knowledge they need if deeper conversations arise. This episode provides tools to help kids stay safe and feel empowered. Be sure to tune in and share it with your friends and family. Full Transcript and…
People in this episode
Host: Kate Setter
Guest: Ashley Cremeans
Topics covered
- consent
- communication
- healthy relationships
- adolescence
- boundaries
- teen relationships
Keywords
- consent
- communication
- healthy relationships
- adolescence
- boundaries
- trusted adults
- teen relationships
- consent laws
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Cincinnati Children’s, Mayerson Center for Safe and Healthy Children
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