In this episode, Tammy and Tania unpack one of the most common questions parents ask: “How old is old enough to stay home alone?”

Together, they explore the developmental skills kids need before taking this step—things like emotional regulation, problem-solving, impulse control, and knowing what to do in an emergency. They also talk about age guidelines, legal considerations, red flags that a child may not be ready, and the small practice steps families can take to build confidence along the way.

Tammy and Tania share practical scripts, real-life examples, and gentle reassurance to help parents make this decision with clarity rather than fear. Whether your child is asking for more independence or you’re wondering if it’s time, this episode will help you navigate the transition safely and thoughtfully.

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Talking to kids about sex doesn’t have to be awkward—it can be one of the most empowering, protective, and connecting conversations you ever have as a parent. In this episode, Tammy sits down with sexual-health educator Amy Lang, M.A., to explore how we can raise children and teens who are informed, confident, and safe as they navigate their growing bodies, relationships, and identities.

Together, they unpack the “how” and “when” of these essential conversations—from the toddler years through the teen years—and share practical language parents can start using today.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

* Why knowledge builds safety and confidence — and how preparing kids for healthy relationships is more effective than trying to prevent behavior.

*What to teach at each age and stage — including body boundaries for preschoolers, consent for early school age, and porn literacy for tweens and teens.

* How to start (and keep) the conversation going — using real terms like vulva, penis, and clitoris to normalize and protect.

* How to align these talks with your family values — whether you emphasize abstinence, faith-based guidance, or open sexual education.

* Special insights for neurodivergent youth — how to use concrete visuals, repetition, and supportive structure to help all kids feel in control of their changing bodies.

* How to make your home a safe headquarters — including simple “scripts,” what to do if your child sees porn, and how to model calm, shame-free conversations.

Ultimately every parent is trying to reach these deeper goals and this episode will help you get there: Helping kids grow up comfortable in their bodies, be clear about consent, and confident coming to you with questions.

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To find out more about how to support neurodivergent kids, click here

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In this powerful conversation, Tania sits down with Jonathan Alderson to challenge two of the most persistent myths about autism: the “five-year window” and the “myth of ritual.” Together they unpack the damaging idea that meaningful progress in autism must happen before age five, replacing it with hope, science, and lived experience that affirm growth across the lifespan. They also explore how so-called “rigid rituals” often serve a vital purpose in creating predictability, safety, and regulation.Jonathan shares a compassionate, neurodiversity-affirming lens that helps parents and educators see these behaviors as communication, not pathology. This episode is a reminder that autistic development is not bound by time and that honoring ritual can be an act of respect, not resistance.

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Book: Challenging the Myths of Autism: Click here

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