Tag Archives: parenting advice

What is sexualization anyway?

Posted on January 22, 2013 by

Since this blog has attracted a lot of new readers lately, I thought it was important to go back and revisit the idea of sexualization. I talk about it a lot, but new readers may be wondering, “Exactly what is … Continue reading →

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Fight the Power: Children and Adolescents as Consumer Activists

Posted on April 30, 2012 by

Using social media and word of mouth, adolescents and caring adults can work together to fight for their rights and advocate against companies that put a bulls-eye on their childhood. Continue reading →

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Be the Change

Posted on March 16, 2012 by

After my last couple of posts about gender stereotypes forced on girls and boys, one of my readers, Phillip, made a great point. He said that the best way to help kids see that they can follow their own path, … Continue reading →

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Positive Pick: Redefine Girly

Posted on June 3, 2011 by

I’ve written lately about some not so great products and messages, about how media aimed at children tends to do some heavy-duty gender stereotyping. Boys are shown as being aggressive and loud while girls are passive or shopaholic drama queens. … Continue reading →

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Standing up for Children: Hardy Girls Healthy Women

Posted on May 11, 2011 by

Several recent research studies have confirmed the fact that our children are being bombarded with sexualized and gendered messages. A recent study (McCabe, Fairchild, Grauerholz, Pescosolido, & Tope, 2011) examined the representation of males and females in children’s books across … Continue reading →

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SPARK a Movement: Talking back to Candies

Posted on May 4, 2011 by

I love this post on the SPARK Summit blog called Candies, Hear Us Now? | SPARK a Movement. In reaction to Candie’s sexualized ads, they encourage all of us to get on Candie’s website, where the company is hosting a new … Continue reading →

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Baby Bratz: Sexualized Toddlers and Other Misplaced Sexiness

Posted on April 22, 2011 by

This week I’m reposting some of my reader’s favorites with new tips and ideas. I also think that this recent article Has raised awareness not just about the inappropriate sexualized products that are being marketed to children, but the fact … Continue reading →

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Birthday Parties: Gifts, Manners, and Spa Diva Princess Cocktail Limo Parties

Posted on April 20, 2011 by

April 12th, 2011 | Author: melissa This week I’m cross posting from some of my favorite friends in the blogosphere. This post was written by Melissa Wardy, owner of Pigtail Pals. Melissa is a mom and activist who believes that we … Continue reading →

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Sexy, Super Skinny and Searching for Love: The Kids are Watching WHAT?!

Posted on April 18, 2011 by

A study just released by the Institute on Gender in Media echoes the research that I and Beauty Redefined do, but could be shocking for many readers who haven’t spent their free time critically analyzing kids’ media options! And we’re not talking about pop culture choices you’ve never heard of – we’re referring to the most popular G-rated movies and TV shows from Disney, Fox, Nickelodeon, you name it. Read on to find out what the kids are watching, how it may be affecting them, and what you can do to make a difference for good in a media-filled world in need of light! Continue reading →

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Protect this House: Who Will? Females as Objects vs Agents

Posted on April 4, 2011 by

Are females primarily agents in their own lives or objects to fulfill the needs in the lives of others? This question was brought forward very strongly to me recently when my nine-year-old daughter, after having silently observed several billboards and … Continue reading →

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