In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Tracy Meyer—a psychology professor, mom, and longtime educator who’s spent over 20 years teaching young adults about sexuality, development, and the things lots of mothers forgot to mention.

We talk about the gaps in sex education, the myths still floating around, and how we can all do better—whether we’re raising kids or trying to understand our own bodies.

Here’s what we cover:

• What many young adults still don’t understand about sex and anatomy
• The surprising impact of using correct language for body parts early on
• How to start age-appropriate conversations about puberty and sex
• Why shame-free education leads to healthier kids (and adults)
• Resources we wish we had growing up

Dr. Meyer brings practical, thoughtful insight—with a good bit of humor—into how we can raise more informed, confident kids…even if we’re still learning ourselves.

About Dr. Tracy Meyer:

Dr. Meyer has been a psychology professor for over 20 years. She is married and has two children, a 17 year old daughter a12 year old son. Her research interests are in sexual harassment and gender microaggressions against women.

Resources and Links:

• It’s Not the Stork (book for children)
• Our Bodies Our Selves
• Planned Parenthood

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This episode is all about that wild ride known as coming of age. We dig into the physical changes, the unspoken questions, and the things that were forgotten to be mentioned.

Here’s what we explore:

• Our first memories of starting our periods
• What we were (and weren’t) told about our changing bodies
• How shame, silence, or support shaped those experiences
• Bras, pads, and navigating early body image
• Why creating open, shame-free conversations matters now
• How to show up for young people going through these transitions today

This conversation is about more than just puberty. It’s about how we understand and relate to our bodies, how that connection forms early on, and how we can make sure the next generation doesn’t feel alone in it.

If you’re a parent, a grandparent, an auntie, or someone who simply remembers feeling uncertain during those early changes, this episode is for you.

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*Information shared on this podcast is not medical advice. If you have a concern about your physical or mental health, please seek support from a proessional.

**Content warning: This episode mentions rape**

On this episode, we’re joined by our guest, Kandy Christensen, who shares her powerful personal journey—from being raised to comply, to reclaiming her voice and agency after years of silence, confusion, and trauma.

This conversation covers deeply personal and sometimes difficult ground, but we believe in naming it, talking about it, and healing out loud.

• What consent really means—and why it goes beyond “no means no”
• How silence, fear, and shame shaped our early sexual experiences
• The impact of growing up in a culture that rewards compliance over agency
• What it’s like to navigate sex and dating in a larger body
• The long-term effects of not feeling safe enough to say no
• Why personal power and sexual pleasure go hand-in-hand
• And how it’s never too late to reclaim your right to choose

We hope this episode makes you feel seen, supported, and never alone.

As always, resources are available at thingsmymotherforgottomention.com.

About Kandy:

Kandy Christensen is a crafter who loves textiles, every personality test she has taken says she is a knowledge seeker, she is an empath, she sometimes can be seen carrying a vintage camera and she lives with a free range bunny named Sweetie. She works in non-profit administration by day and by night she is a Life Coach.

Links:

Kandy’s Website

Instagram

Facebook

Find resources mentioned in this episode here.

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*Information shared on this podcast is not medical advice. If you have a concern about your physical or mental health, please seek support from a proessional.