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Parents and Carers supporting Parents and Carers: An RSE resource to empower and build confidence 

In 2024, Brook’s first ever Parent and Carer Participation Advisory Group formed and they instantly found their mission: to help other parents and carers feel confident in talking to their own children about changing bodies, feelings and puberty. Here they…

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Why we need to talk to teens about heavy periods

In this blog Lara Steele, Brook’s Digital and Marketing Coordinator talks about Brook’s work with BritSPAG to raise awareness of heavy periods among teens. Heavy periods are common among teenagers…

What to do if you think your teenager is in an abusive relationship

Something feels off. Your teenager has become quieter lately, maybe they spend less time with friends, or their partner is constantly messaging to check where they are. You can’t quite…

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How to answer “Where do babies come from?”

Talking about where babies come from can make even the most confident parents freeze. If your child asks, it can be hard to know what’s appropriate to say or where…

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Masturbation and Children: What’s Normal, and How to Talk About It

When it comes to talking about sex and growing up, masturbation is often the topic that makes parents pause. You might wonder, “Is it normal for my child to touch…

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How to keep your children safe online

For Sexual Health Week we’re exploring how being Chronically Online is influencing our attitudes and behaviours around sex and relationships. In this blog, Kate Jervis, Brook’s Head of Data and Analysis and…

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Asking AI About Sex and Relationships: What Parents and Professionals Need to Know

In this blog, Education and Wellbeing Specialists Katie Cicco and Juliette Graham explore how AI can help young people learn about sex and relationships and explain the key risks parents,…

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Teen Dating: Tips for Parents

In this blog, Dr Harriet Heath, Education and Wellbeing Specialist in Wales, talks about how to navigate your teen’s first time dating. “They grow up so fast”. It’s a phrase…

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How to talk to your child about consent

Consent is a topic we often get asked about at Brook, and many parents worry about how to broach this topic with their children. In this blog, Nicola Rowe, a Brook…

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How to prepare for awkward conversations about sex and relationships

For #SHW24, we’re exploring the links between sexual health and mental health. In this blog, Bethany Frost uses her experience as a parent, teacher, and Brook Education and Wellbeing Specialist…

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RSHE: Would proposed age limits put students at risk? 

The Government’s draft RSHE Guidance imposes age limits on certain RSHE topics. Nikki Oni, 17, is a Brook Participation Advisory Group member. In this blog, she talks about her experience…