In this episode, Saleema talks with educator, coach and author Lindsay Sealey about preteens and teens. As CEO of Bold New Girls, Lindsay shares her insight on the social and emotional development of young people and how we can best support the

Teaching Kids Good Habits Using Growth Mindset

Sep 26th, 2021 36m 24s

In this episode Saleema talks to Ginny Chiu, an educator and parent who teaches young people to set goals, create routines, be organized and be independent and motivated learners...not to mention have fun! They talk about Growth Mindset, which

My preteen has developmental disabilities. How can I talk to them about sexual health? (Part 2)

Aug 29th, 2021 28m 18s

In this episode (Part 2 of 2), Saleema talks to Jessica Wollen, a sexual health educator specializing in teaching kids (and their adults) with disabilities. They talk about how we can convey positive messages about sexuality and relationships t

My preteen has developmental disabilities. How can I talk to them about sexual health? (Part 1)

Aug 15th, 2021 22m 43s

In this episode (Part 1 of 2), Saleema talks to Jessica Wollen, a sexual health educator specializing in teaching kids (and their adults) with disabilities. They talk about how we can convey positive messages about sexuality and relationships t

How can I talk to my preteen about gender identity and sexual attraction?

Jul 4th, 2021 13m 42s

How we express our gender is part of our identity. There are so many words we can use to describe our gender identity. For example, people may identify as cisgender, transgender, non-binary, gender fluid or agender to name just a few. How can p

What do preteens really want to know?

Jun 27th, 2021 23m 26s

Sexual health and empowerment educators Saleema Noon and Julie Prodor dive deep into 10 anonymous questions preteens frequently ask. What’s the best way to tell someone you don’t like the language they’re using? How do you tell your best friend

How can I get beyond the old school puberty talk with my preteen?

Jun 20th, 2021 17m 14s

For the most part, parents know it’s important that kids know how their body changes during puberty and are up for the challenge. Sexual health and empowering educators Saleema Noon and Julie Prodor start their conversation with one of the most

How can I help my preteen make sense of what they see online?

Jun 13th, 2021 20m 32s

Sexual health and empowerment educators Saleema Noon and Julie Prodor talk about what media literacy means and looks like for preteens. How can parents help their preteens make sense of what they see and hear in the media? Knowing that kids are

How do I get past my preteen’s eye rolls?

Jun 6th, 2021 16m 43s

Sexual health and empowerment educators Saleema Noon and Julie Prodor tackle a million dollar preteen parenting question: How can I get past my preteen’s eye rolls when I try to start a conversation with them? Parents tell us all the time that

How can I talk to my preteen about gender stereotypes?

May 30th, 2021 14m 56s

Where do I even start when talking to my preteen about gender stereotypes? Sexual health and empowerment educators Saleema Noon and Julie Prodor dive deep into gender stereotypes and give parents tips on communicating about them with their pret

How can I be my preteen’s go-to person for questions?

May 23rd, 2021 11m 38s

On the first episode of Growing Up Game Plan: The Podcast, sexual health and empowerment educators Saleema Noon and Julie Prodor tackle questions from parents about being their preteen’s go-to resource. What if a preteen asks a question and a p

Welcome to Growing Up Game Plan: The Podcast

May 15th, 2021 56s

Hi there! I’m Saleema Noon. I'm a sexual health and empowerment educator based in Vancouver, Canada. Welcome to Growing Up Game Plan: The Podcast. Growing Up Game Plan is a six week online masterclass for preteens on being more confident, more

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