TV…Music…Friends…

These are all places where we hear (and learn, for better or for worse) about sex.

Why?

Because as you'll find in today's show, most parents don't have the courage to overcome the awkwardness and have that conversation with their children.

So whether it's at 7, 12, or 16 years old, there comes a time we will inevitably learn what sex is.

And if parents aren't the ones educating their children, then who's to blame when their kids make the same mistakes they did?

In today's show, you'll hear stories about these awkward conversations.

You'll also hear of ways you can go about having this conversation (or ongoing conversations) with your kids so that they can learn from you (and not leave it up the rest of the world to instill their views).

• The difference between the sex talk and sexuality
• The generational disconnect with the sexuality discussion
• The (astonishing) survey results of women who were asked if they had the sex talk with their parents (versus learning about sex elsewhere)
• The three factors that contribute towards whether a parent will have the sex talk with their child or not
• How to go about having "The Talk"
• How vulnerability plays a role in a sex talk
• Interesting places women have learned about sex
• How one woman has managed to keep the line of communication about sex open

• "You don't have to like everybody that likes you." -Anonymous Guest

• EP 11 – March Spotlight with SueB Zimmerman
• Dr. James Dobson on Twitter

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Today, we talk about a condition that 30 million people in the U.S. struggle with.

That's right, Girlienation, 30 MILLION.

It's a topic that proves how impressionable we are from a very young age.

Eating disorders are more common than people think…yet so difficult to spot at times.

It all starts with self-image. We all have that one body part that we feel self-conscious about. That disapproval drives us crazy, and we start looking for ways (healthy or not) to change it.

In this show, SueB Zimmerman a.k.a. The Instagram Expert joins us to talk about her entrepreneurial journey and shares (for the first time ever) her story about her battle with an eating disorder.

We are also joined by Claire Mysko, CEO of the National Eating Disorders Association, who shares some eye-opening facts about this devastating condition (along with ways to detect and treat it).

This episode is jam packed with valuable information, so make sure to listen 'til the very end.

• The Instagram Expert reveals how she turned negatives into positives in her life
• The CEO of the National Eating Disorders Association highlights the complexity of an eating disorder
• An interesting characteristic about people who struggle with eating disorders
• The factors that lead to the development of an eating disorder (and make it challenging to recover from one)
• Meaningful facts about eating disorders
• An inconspicuous way to tell if someone is bulimic
• Key signs you'll experience while going through bulimia
• The latest behavioral trends in eating disorders
• What orthorexia is (and why it may be affecting you or someone close to you)
• Prevalent symptoms to look for (according to National Eating Disorders Association)
• The recommended steps to get help with an eating disorder

• "We live in a culture that places a toxic emphasis on weight and perfection." Claire Mysko
• "I don't know any teenage girl that doesn't think about their body image at some point in their life." -SueB Zimmerman
• "We try to retrofit our body image into wanting to look like somebody else." -Nina
• "There's a social pressure for thinness." -Nina

• SueB Zimmerman on Twitter
• Check Out Sue's Program: Insta-Results
• Check Out Sue's Program: Ready, Set, Gram!
• NEDA on Twitter
• National Eating Disorder Association Helpline: 1-800-931-2237:

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In every relationship you have the good:

• The memories
• The kisses
• The intimacy

But you'll also have to deal with things that aren't as fun.

In this episode, we dive deep into one of them:

Chores.

Specifically, manchores.

It may not be the most fun topic to talk about, but if you want a relationship that works (and lasts) you'll want to pay close attention, Girlies.

You'll hear how different couples handle this obligation.

From who does what, what works, and what doesn't, you'll hear it all in this episode.

• The definition of a manchore
• The modernization of manchores in the 21st century
• The life adjustments that couples make (whether they're dating, engaged, or married) over time
• How you should enter a relationship
• The chores typically assigned to men (some of which you may not guess)
• The impact of chores on dating
• What manchores equate to (and why it's important to look at them this way)
• How people who are most happy in their relationships distribute chores

• "At each couple's house you will hear the tasks are divided or assigned. But there's an understanding between them that over the duration of the relationship the perceived effort should be similar."
• "It isn't a 50/50 thing when it comes to chores. It's a 100/100 thing."
• "Split the work according to your abilities, not gender."

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The first time you have sex is supposed to be a magical and romantic experience.

But in most cases, that couldn't be farther from the truth.

In fact, most women describe their first experience as uneventful and disappointing.

What's even worse isn't the temporary disappointment.

After the deed's been done, women are often left in a state of confusion that impacts their soul, mind, and spirit.

It's the kind of confusion that keeps you up at night, that causes you to lose focus, and starts to eat away at your heart.

If you've been there, this episode is for you.

• Every woman's fear, pain, or guilt from their first time experience
• What sex without commitment does to our psyche
• Why losing your virginity is a vulnerable experience
• What to expect if you're getting on birth control for the first time
• The fallacy of sexpectations
• Consequences of having sex before you're ready
• What goes on in your head vs reality when you're thinking about having sex for the first time
• How movies and TV shows shape our sexpectations
• What to expect of your first time experience
• The universal truth about sex

• "Sex doesn't equal love."
• "Virginity is precious. Treat it that way until you're ready."
• "Don't romanticize sex so much. Discuss the boundaries and the expectations."

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Each month we have to deal with the unavoidable:

Our ovens go into cleaning mode.

It's not optional, and we can't control it.

But what we can control is how we handle it.

And as the human race has evolved, so have the ways for us to accommodate our monthly visitor.

One of these options is pretty taboo, yet has many upsides to it.

That's right, Girlie, today's show is about menstrual cups, featuring menstrual cup diva, Bree Farmer.

It's a method that's often avoided, and often misunderstood.

But wait until you hear the many upsides to using a menstrual cup (and the dangers of using some of the more traditional methods).

• The environmental impact of disposable pads
• What the Toxic Shock Syndrome is (and how to prevent it)
• A unique advantage of the menstrual cup over disposable pads and tampons that can help your doctor identify potential health issues
• What expectations to have about the insertion process of the menstrual cup
• The anatomy of a menstrual cup
• How to pull out a menstrual cup (and a tip to make it easier on you)
• What to expect when you first start using a menstrual cup
• What happens if your menstrual cup gets stuck
• A brand to avoid (that can lead to itching, irritation, and even disease)
• Pros and cons of using a cloth pad
• A comparison of different menstrual cup options
• An interesting fact about menstrual cups and pregnancy
• The cost of menstrual cups vs other options

• "Your monthly cycle may feel like a runaway train. But I promise you it's not. You can tame this beast."

One week to save. Spring on the savings just in time for Spring Break, your spring cleaning and springing our clocks forward for Daylight Savings Time are upon us! Get your spring activities checklist together so you can stock up on everything to enjoy the season.

• Buy one, get one 50% off Swim styles for spring break & beyond
• Baby Care
• Save 20% on Rugs
• Dress your table up right. Buy one, get one 40% off regular-priced Tableware
• Save up to 20% on select Kitchen Appliances
• Save up to 20% on Patio Furniture, Lawn and Garden, Patio Accessories, and Outdoor Lighting

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You're keeping an eye out for The One, and you finally find him.

Or so you think...

He seems SO perfect, and you're already imagining what your futures together will look like.

You ignore the warning signs, until finally...

it happens.

Enough is enough, and you break up.

You can't get him off your mind, and one day he comes back (which you were secretly hoping he'd do).

But you say no, right?

Wrong.

You let him back in.

Not once. Not twice. Let's face it. Sometimes we leave that door wide open for him to come and go as he pleases.

Well, Girlie, you're not alone. This episode is for you.

• How relationships are like a test you didn't study for
• The three super-douchey things that men do when they're trying to get back with you
• How men's minds are like elephants (and how this can confuse the hell out of you if you don't know any better)
• What the Holiday Syndrome is
• The "Fool Me Twice" Tactic
• What a pioneer researcher on the biology of love says about heartbreak
• Advice about being friends with your ex on Facebook
• The danger of taking someone back after they've done you wrong
• What a sociologist says about why women go back to their exes
• The addictive part of sex that people don't talk about

• "If someone hurt you years ago, why would you give them an open invitation to do that all over again?"
• "There will be somebody else that will love you how you're supposed to be loved."
• "The best view comes from the hardest climb."
• "You can't be going back in history if you plan to live out your destiny."

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Nina works as the Founder of Girlcircle TV on YouTube, Keep it 100 Girl Podcaster, Lifestyle Writer, IT Consultant, and Author-to-Be of What Your Mother Didn't Tell You, But Your Girlfriend Did. Her services include motivational speaking and coaching.

What's wild and rough and a whole lot of fun?

Well, I'm sure you can come up with more than one answer.

But for the purpose of this episode, the correct answer is - your twenties.

Love them or hate them (or do both) - your twenties are some of the most defining moments of your entire life.

It's a time to live it up, while at the same time learning some of the toughest lessons you'll ever learn.

The good news is:

You don't have to have it all figured out.

Just wing it, Girlie, and find what clicks.

In this episode we talk about love, sex, dating, body, and health.

• Why your 20s are some of the most important years of your life
• The two simple words every 20-something should learn to say (to prevent you from coming across as self-deprecating)
• A book that everyone in their twenties should read
• The type guys you should say no to (including a type most normally say yes to)
• What it means to Dickmatize
• A unique piece of advice if you want to have kids (but not until your 30s)
• What not to do when you get Boo'd up
• What a normal pH range is (and how a high pH level lead to an unpleasant smell)
• Pro's and con's of using pantyliners
• What you should not compromise on when it comes to sex
• How dating is like being in a candy store
• Essentials of taking care of your body (that are not common sense when you're young)

• "Ninety percent of what you learn in college happens outside the classroom." - Guest
• "Not everyone in your life is meant to stay." - Nina
• "Don't wait to get picked. Pick your prey." - Nina
• "If you don't love yourself, you don't have the capacity to love or appreciate other women." - Nina
• "Breakups aren't failures. People outgrow each other and you've realized you know what you want, and you don't want to deny yourself any longer." - Nina
• "Not living long enough to have wrinkles is the bigger tragedy." - Nina

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If only our mothers knew all the embarrassment they could've saved us from growing up.

Girlie, you know what I'm talking about.

Those awkward moments when you first started noticing changes in your body.

That's right - puberty.

Often times, they leave it up to us to find out on our own.

The hard way.

Lucky for you, you're not alone.

From first bra's, to shaving, to underwear stories - this episode covers it all.

• How the ways women learn about periods have changed over time (you'll never guess how my mother learned)
• The top list of things our mothers didn't tell us (that will save you from going through the embarrassment that we did)
• Why one woman gets weirded out talking to her mom about relationships, dating, and sex (and how she plans to break this cycle with her daughter)
• What the Mother/Daughter Code is (and why it can be so frustrating)
• The moment I first realized I was going through puberty (and the awkward moments that followed)
• The right way to wipe (and why it's important)
• How a 19-year-old had to choose between her mother's old-school thinking or avoiding embarrassment

• "In my household, the only thing that gets passed down are cooking recipes and how to clean house."
• "Hearing more stories will allow you to make decisions based on loving who you are and accepting who you are."

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Girlie, we've all been there…

Or will be faced with this situation at some point:

Being the booty call.

To be honest, Drake makes it sound like a hell of a novel with his latest hit "Hotline Bling"…

But it isn't always fun, and each type of "Shituation" it causes is different – so today, I'm here to help you get prepared each one.

• What "hotline bling" is and how to spot it from a mile away
• The thing a guy is looking for when he rings your phone late at night
• The "ouch effect" that happens when a relationship doesn't work out (and the thing about our DNA that causes us to want to inflict pain on guys)
• Some hotline blings never go away (either way, don't be this type of girl)
• What to do if you're trying to get back at guy (trust me girlie, guys HATE this)

• "Hotline bling is when a ex boyfriend or girlfriend calls their ex and begs to be back with them or ask for love again." – Nina
• "Guys HATE silence. They can't deal." – Nina
• "When you decide to break up with your man chuck up the deuces and be gone with the wind." – Nina

• Drake – Hotline Bling

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Girlie, make sure you have your beats on for this one.

Why?

Because today's topic typically only comes around 12 times a year, but causes a big stir – regardless of your age.

That's right, we're talking about our periods.

I'm on mission to find out how many women over 35 really understand how their body works...

So put your headphones in and your knowledge to the test – because this is another on of those episodes you need hear...

But your mother probably never talked to you about.

• The root problem that causes a disconnect between what we're taught and reality
• Why what we learn in sex-ed doesn't register as we're growing up
• The feeling that makes you go from tippy-toe to "Usain Bolt"
• What happens when you don't "look before you stick"
• How to handle your man when you're on your period
• What the "The sticky test" is
• What your GYNO may not tell you on your first trip to the doctor
• Are you bleeding heavily? How to know and what to do
• What causes yeast infections (and an interesting way to prevent them)
• The secret way elevate the burning sensation of yeast infections (that involves one of your favorite breakfast foods)
• The thing your mother didn't tell you about avoiding a UTI when you're on your period

Hey Girlie, after today's show, you're going to want a special little bonus I've whipped up for you.

It's called "Handling Your Period – 5 Natural Alternative Resources To Help You Get Through The Toughest Part Of The Month".

Go here to access that now.

• "Always look before you stick." - Nina

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Nina works as the Founder of Girlcircle TV on YouTube, Keep it 100 Girl Podcaster, Lifestyle Writer, IT Consultant, and Author-to-Be of What Your Mother Didn't Tell You, But Your Girlfriend Did. Her services include motivational speaking and coaching.