When should parents start talking to their kids about sex, puberty, consent and online safety? According to parenting expert Gen Muir, the answer is simple: yesterday.

In this special Chris & Amy Podcast episode, Gen joins Amy Gerard and Chris Page for an honest, practical and judgment-free conversation about one of parenting’s most uncomfortable topics. Gen explains why the traditional “birds and bees talk” often fails, why ongoing conversations are far more effective, and how parents can create an environment where kids feel safe asking difficult questions.

The discussion explores the realities of raising children in a digital world, including the shockingly young age many kids are first exposed to pornography, the impact it can have on developing relationships, and how parents can help children navigate consent, body education and healthy relationships.

Gen also shares her own parenting experiences, discusses how families can approach conversations around IVF, donors and different family structures, and offers practical advice for becoming what she calls an “askable parent” someone children trust when they need guidance most.

If you've ever wondered whether you're having the right conversations with your kids, this episode is essential listening.

⏱️ Chapters

00:00 – Why This Is A Conversation Every Parent Needs To Have

01:00 – Gen Muir’s Famous Advice: “You’re Already Too Late”

04:00 – Why The One Big Birds & Bees Talk Doesn't Work

05:00 – How Amy, Chris & Gen Learned About Sex Growing Up

07:00 – Talking To Kids About Different Ways Families Are Created

08:45 – Amy’s Son Discovers Where Babies Really Come From

10:20 – The Best Way To Start Difficult Conversations With Kids

11:15 – The Alarming Reality Of Children's Exposure To Pornography

13:20 – How Parents Can Become “Askable”

14:20 – Devices, Internet Access & Protecting Kids Online

15:15 – Teaching Consent From A Young Age

17:00 – How Porn Can Shape Unrealistic Expectations About Relationships

18:05 – Gen’s Final Advice For Nervous Parents

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🔗 Hosts

Amy Gerard
🌐 www.amygerard.com.au
📸 @amy.gerard

Chris Page
📸 @chris_page83

Special Guest – Gen Muir
📸 @connectedparentingau

Executive Producer – Mathew Eggleston
📧 matheweggleston@arn.com.au
📸 @eggoau