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For tweens of all gender identities ages 10 to 14 and their trusted caregivers, Body hair. Changing friendships, feelings, and fluids. The tween years can be awkward and confusing--but with enough information and an open mind, you can thrive! Growing into You! has all the facts you’re looking for and more. For example, did you know that;.;.;. By the founder of Sex Positive Families, a groundbreaking education platform dedicated to shame-free, inclusive conversations about bodies and sexuality, Packed with essential information, conversation starters, surprising facts, fun activities, and more, you’ll find plenty to take into the real world with you. After all, growing into you is a journey--so it’s time to embrace curiosity, ask questions, and treat your body with respect and care!
About the author
Melissa Pintor Carnagey (she/they), LBSW, is the founder of the online education platform Sex Positive Families and the creator of the Growing Into You!™ puberty workshops. As a Black, Puerto Rican, and Mexican sexuality educator, social worker, and parent, she believes that all children deserve holistic, comprehensive, and shame-free sexuality education. Melissa lives in Austin, Texas, with their family.
Brianna Gilmartin enjoys creating work that is full of silly and imaginative fun and reflective of quieter moments of life, as well as more emotional work that studies the human condition, human emotions, and our need for human connection.
Summary
According to Melissa Pintor Carnagey, being a sex positive family means that honest conversations and education about these topics are treated as a healthy part of growing up. Growing Into You! sets that foundation, and offers icebreaker ideas for bringing up tricky conversations with caregivers.