Planned Parenthood of Southeast Iowa strives to make sure that individuals have access to accurate information regarding sexuality and sexual health. As parents, there are so many influences out there and PPSI knows that you are the best teacher when it comes to issues of sexuality. Please take some time to look at the links below for information about how to talk to your kids, parenting information, family involvement issues, and answers to many questions you or your children might have.
If you do not find what you are looking for, please do not hesitate to call the Education Department at 319.753.6209 x 115, or email the Education Director. PPSI has a resource library based in our Burlington clinic and we can help guide you in the right direction for the information you need.
Websites
Advocates for Youth
Information for both parents and teens on sexual health and sexuality. Includes tips on talking with your children.
Answer
An organization at Rutgers University dedicated to providing and promoting comprehensive adolescent sexuality education.
Campaign for Our Children
Information for both parents and teens on talking about sexuality.
Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy
Information for parents and teens on pregnancy prevention.
Go Ask Alice!
A question and answer site including information on relationships, sexuality, and sexual health.
National Parent Information Center
Research based information on parenting and family involvement in education.
Planned Parenthood Federation of America
Information on sexual health issues, parenting, and sexuality.
Planned Parenthood Federation of Amercia Tools for Parents
Facts and tools for talking openly with your children about sexuality.
SIECUS
A starting place for parents and teens to learn about sexuality issues.
Sexualtiy and U
A website with lots of information about sexuality and sexual health for parents, teens, and teachers.
Suggested Reading (14-18 years old)
Girltalk. Carol Weston, 1997.
The Go Ask Alice Book of Answers: A Guide to Good Physical, Sexual, and Emotional Health. Columbia University Health Education Program, 1998.
Changing Bodies, Changing Lives: A Book for Teens on Sex and Relationships. Ruth Bell and other co-authors together with members of the Teen Book Project,1988.
Suggested Reading (10-14 years old)
It's Perfectly Normal. Robie Harris with illustrations by Michael Emberly, 1999. (Tambien en espanol.)
The What's Happening to My Body? Book for Girls: A Growing up Guide for Parents and Daughters. Lynda Madaras and Area Madaras, 2000. (recommended for 8-15 year olds)
The What's Happening to My Body? Book for Boys: A Growing up Guide for Parents and Sons. Lynda Madaras and Area Madaras, 2000. (recommended for 8-15 year olds)
