Ellen Friedrichs, Author at Everyday Feminism

4 Ways Parents Can Battle How Society Hypersexualizes Their Children

By Ellen Friedrichs | July 12, 2016

“#1. Understand the difference between healthy sexuality and sexualization.” We know we live in a hypersexual world, but how do we approach that in our parenting?

5 Questions About Alcohol and Consent You’re Too Afraid to Ask, Answered

By Ellen Friedrichs | May 22, 2016

A group of young people drinking white wine together outdoors.

“What if they’re BOTH drunk?” Got questions about drinking, sex, and consent? Here are your answers.

6 Reasons To Drop The Myth That Women Who Have Lots of Sex Are ‘Insecure’

By Ellen Friedrichs | April 12, 2016

Have you fallen for this myth? Insecurity is a factor in some women’s sexual choices, but it’s not a universal motivator – and here’s why we really need to challenge this idea.

4 Ways Adults Can Be Allies to Teen Parents

By Ellen Friedrichs | March 31, 2016

Portrait of four happy pregnant women are looking at the camera.

Research shows that we’ve got to change the tone of the conversations we’re having about teen parenthood. Here’s how you can support young families.

The Facts About Teen Pregnancy That Every Adult Should Know

By Ellen Friedrichs | February 26, 2016

An adult is pointing their finger at a teen as the teen, shrugging their shoulders with a concerned expression.

It can be hard to support a pregnant teen if you think they’re making a bad or uninformed decision. Here’s the truth many adults are missing – they’ll help you offer the right kind of support.