I want to tell you the story of a friend, of a mother, of a dreamer. By Genevieve Martínez García, PhD August 1, 2012 Iwant to tell you the story of a friend, of a mother, of a dreamer. Lisa* … Read More
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Lisa’s Story, Part II
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Bricks, Mortar, and Community: The Foundations of Supportive Housing for Pregnant & Parenting Teens
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Turning 40 and Still Dreaming Big!
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A Few Words on Awards
Healthy Teen Network’s annual award program is open for nominations! By Kelly Connelly May 17, 2012 “Don’t worry when you are not recognized, but strive to be worthy of recognition.” –Abraham Lincoln In a field full of people working passionately … Read More
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Talking About a Revolution
I want to start a revolution. I want young mothers to speak up and claim the honor, respect, and appreciation they deserve…and not just on Mother’s Day. By Deborah Chilcoat, MEd May 10, 2012 I want to start a revolution. … Read More
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S-ex E-ducator X-travaganza!
Today, April 6, 2012, I declare Sex- Educator Day! This is a thank you for all that you do to educate and eradicate all of those misconceptions around the most taboo topic: SEX! By Vanessa Geffrard April 6, 2012 The … Read More
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Cultural Norms When It Comes to “The Talk”
Research shows that parent-adolescent communication about sex can protect against risky sexual behaviors in teens. So what happens to those who, by cultural nature, do not receive such warnings? By Guest Author Saras Chung, MSW February 16, 2012 Know a … Read More
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Free Will for All?
Under the Affordable Care Act, employers who object to providing contraception do not have to pay for it, instead, insurance companies will be required to reach out to these employees and cover the cost of contraceptives instead of the employer. … Read More
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What’s in a Ribbon?
Do we need a ribbon to help support the cause of teen pregnancy prevention and supporting pregnant and parenting teens? Will a pervasive symbol help motivate people to support our cause? By Gina Desiderio February 8, 2012 Last week, the … Read More
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New Year, New You?
The first step in achieving your goals: Match your thoughts to your desires! And so, I ask you: Are you still on track to achieving your New Year’s resolutions? By Guest Author Clair Swinburn February 1, 2012 Are you still … Read More
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Teens Delivering Important Messages, Peer to Peer
At Community Healthcare Network’s Teens P.A.C.T. program in New York City, we provide teens with the tool to create and deliver important messages to their peers. By Guest Author Michele Perlman January 19, 2012 Research supports peer education: messages have a … Read More
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Seeking Validation: A Former Teen Parent’s Journey
I had my four children when I was 13, 15, 17, and 19 years old. As I grew up and raised my family, people would often ask, “How did you make it?” By Guest Blogger Todaé Charles January 10, 2012 Growing … Read More
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5 Ways to Become an Approachable Parent: Positive Parenting for Teen Sexual Health
A list of things parents can do to create an environment in which their teen feels comfortable coming to them with questions about sex! By Guest Author Sheila Overton, M.D., FACOG January 14, 2012 One of the top questions I’ve … Read More
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Not Under My Roof (Yet?)
In her new book, Amy Schalet portrays that Dutch parents tend to normalize adolescent sexuality while their American counterparts dramatize it. By Kelly Connelly December 22, 2011 “American girls are more than four times likely to become pregnant and more … Read More
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Failure to Increase Access to Emergency Contraception a Failure for All
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Healthy People 2020: What the New Indicators Mean for Our Work
Healthy People 2020 indicators provide national focus on a set of health issues affecting the United States. By Patricia Paluzzi, CNM, DrPH December 1, 2011 October 31st at the American Public Health Association (APHA) Annual Meeting, Dr. Howard Koh, Assistant Secretary … Read More
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The State of the Union in Teen Pregnancy Prevention
Yesterday, President Obama delivered his State of the Union address. So, what is the current state of teen pregnancy prevention? By Patricia Paluzzi, CNM, DrPH January 25, 2011 Yesterday, President Obama delivered his State of the Union address. The purpose of … Read More