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In this episode, I sit down with Greta Eskridge, a second-generation homeschooler, former public high school teacher, and homeschooling mom of four. Greta is passionate about protecting children's innocence and combating the dangers of pornography in our increasingly digital world.

Throughout the episode, Greta shares her expertise on the importance of open communication with children about online safety, setting strict rules for internet use, and providing engaging alternatives to screen time. She discusses the alarming statistics surrounding children's exposure to pornography, with the average age of first exposure being around eleven years old, and emphasizes the need for parental vigilance and proactive measures to protect children from accidental exposure.

Join us as we delve into this critical topic and learn how parents can work together to keep their children safe, preserve their innocence, and cultivate meaningful connections in an increasingly digital age.

In this episode you'll hear about:

• Greta's expertise in protecting children's innocence and combating pornography
• The importance of protecting children's innocence
• Increasing accessibility of the internet and risks of early exposure to pornography
• The average age for first exposure to pornography is around eleven or younger
• Addressing accidental exposure and consequences of repeated exposure
• Children with self-control struggles are particularly vulnerable
• Strategies for protecting children
• Having honest conversations with children about pornography
• Encouraging children to seek a trusted adult when feeling curious or uncertain
• Redirecting children's responses and occupying their time with alternative activities
• Making non-screen activities attractive
• Creating enjoyable experiences with snacks and outdoor reading
• Online gaming risks
• Exposure to pornography and sexual predators while playing online video games
• The need for parental vigilance and setting strict rules
• Using a router to protect children under twelve from accidental exposure to pornography
• Resources for parents seeking tech help and guidance on discussing pornography with children
• Parents are not alone in addressing these issues

Links and Resources From Today's Show

• Why Should I Seek Occupational Therapy?
• Board Games to Teach Executive Functioning
• Executive Functioning Group from Homeschool OT
• Protect Young Eyes Website
• Decision-making and Executive Functions in Problematic Pornography Use
• 10 Amazing Resources for Talking to Kids About Porn
• Good Pictures Bad Pictures: Porn-Proofing Today's Young Kids Book
• How to Talk to Your Kids About Pornography Book
• Episode 11- Exploring Unique Learning Paths in Homeschooling with Amy Bodkin
• Episode 15- From Morning to Night: Incorporating Emotional Learning in Homeschool with Elizabeth Sautter
• Episode 19- Understanding Screen Time Effects on Children and Relationships with Victoria Dunckle