Teen girls struggle with the sense that they should look and act sexy for others. That they should please and perform for others, not expect to be pleased themselves. And it starts as early as toddlerhood when they’re praised for looking feminine. If you haven’t read it yet, I absolutely recommend Peggy Orenstein’s book, Girls and … Read more Girls Need to Know Sex Should be Pleasurable for Them Too
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My advice on how to help your daughter may surprise you.
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