Ep. 099 — The Secret to Having an Effective & God-Honoring Sex Talk with Your Daughter with Dr. Juli Slattery (Authentic Intimacy)

In this special weekend edition of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, AHG Founder & Executive Director Patti Garibay sits down with Dr. Juli Slattery, clinical psychologist, author, speaker, and president/co-founder of Authentic Intimacy. Dr. Slattery is an expert on navigating the challenging terrain of discussing sexuality from a Christian perspective, and she shares invaluable insights on how to have an effective and God-honoring sex talk with your daughter. 

Join Patti and Dr. Juli as they delve into the often-dreaded "sex talk," emphasizing the importance of being proactive rather than reactive. Dr. Juli highlights the shocking statistic that the average age of a child's first exposure to pornography is just 10 years old, underscoring the urgency of addressing this topic early and thoughtfully. 

Listeners will gain an understanding of the founding story and mission of Authentic Intimacy, a ministry devoted to reclaiming God’s design for sexuality. Dr. Juli explains why parents often dread talking about sex and the baggage they bring to the table. She reveals the secret to productive, ongoing, and God-honoring conversations about sex with your daughter, offering practical tips for transforming difficult conversations into effective and meaningful ones. Additionally, she discusses why sexuality is a common battleground for spiritual warfare and why this topic is crucial to God. 

Dr. Juli provides actionable advice on having mini and many conversations about sexuality, ensuring that the dialogue is continuous, open, and guided by wisdom and inquisitiveness. This episode is a must-listen for parents seeking to navigate this sensitive topic with grace and confidence. 

Don’t miss this enlightening and empowering episode designed to help you raise Godly girls in a complex world. Tune in and be inspired to foster honest and God-centered discussions with your daughter. 

Learn more about Dr. Juli’s work with Authentic Intimacy at authenticintimacy.com  

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