***Trigger Warning:  This episode contains graphic discussion about sex crimes against children and we use appropriate anatomical terms and language throughout the episode. ***

Sadly, in the world we live in today, talking with your kids about sex and how babies are made isn't the most difficult conversation you need to have with them.  With the reality of sex crimes against children, and in a world where there are untold predators that prey on the most vulnerable, parents must also warn and prepare their children for potential dangers that can lurk most anywhere.  This week's guest, veteran sex crimes prosecutor, Stacey Honowitz, has had a front row seat for decades and has worked tirelessly to convict those who violate our children.  She has literally seen it all, including that fact that many parents don't have those difficult talks with their kids about the dangers that lurk out there.  She knows how necessary it is to talk with your kids about this and she wants you to know as well.  In fact, she has coined the term "parental malpractice" for the failure to prepare your kids for the potential situation where someone touches them improperly or worse.

Stacey shares some true crime details in this episode, as well as specifics on what you need to tell your kids.  She is also the author of three books, The Bully at School is Really Uncool, Genius With a Penis, Don’t Touch and My Privates are Private, all designed to help you have those necessary conversations with your children.  Don't commit parental malpractice.  Listen to this episode and help your kids stay safe!

SPECIAL BOOK GIVEAWAY!  We are giving away one copy of each of Stacey's three books this week.  If you would like to be a winner, simply share the BOOK GIVEAWAY post on Instagram to your Stories (you can find it on the @susanguthrie, @divorceandbeyond or @staceybhonowitz accounts) AND tag all three accounts!  Winners will be announced on Sunday, February 13, 2022!

More About Stacey Honowitz:

Hi. I’m a 33 year veteran sex crimes prosecutor . The real SVU.  have seen all cases including divorced parents that want custody so will allege criminal acts . I have appeared on tv for over fifteen years , authored articles , featured  in magazines and have been trying to make sex talk ( abuse ) main stream . I have prosecuted several high profile cases , including one that led to the Larry Nasser investigation . I have been in USA Today , quoted in People Magazine , The Washington Post , Ocean Drive, Glamour , The Boca Observer, Jewish Journal, Golden Beach Magazine , and South Florida Parents. 

Find out more about Stacey:  www.staceyhonowitz.com

Follow Stacey on Instagram @staceybhonowitz

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