Help, My Kid Wants to Disappear: Talking to Your Tween About Puberty & Body Odor

March 1
20 mins

Episode Description

Episode Description:

Your tween came home from school looking like the floor swallowed them whole. Sound familiar? In this episode, Curtis and co-host RH — dad of grown-up kids and veteran of the puberty years — talk honestly (and hilariously) about what to do when your child is embarrassed about body changes and body odour. From the imaginary audience effect to car-ride conversations, deodorant strategy, and the legendary 'whole can incident,' this one is packed with warmth, laughs, and practical advice you can actually use.

In This Episode:

• Why puberty embarrassment is completely normal — and what the 'imaginary audience' effect means for your tween

• The side-by-side conversation technique that actually works (and why 'we need to talk' never does)

• How sharing your own awkward stories can be the most powerful thing you say

• Practical hygiene basics to go over with your kids — and why letting them choose their own products matters

• What to do when another kid says something unkind

• When to involve a doctor or school counselor

• RH's 'whole can of deodorant' incident — possibly the funniest thing we've ever heard

Resources Mentioned:

Full blog post: parentsupportcircle.com

Join the community: www.parentsupportcircle.com

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