Talking to your kids about sex is terrifying.
KIDS ASK A LOT OF QUESTIONS.
Kids are supposed to be curious and ask questions, that’s part of healthy child development. Of course, just because it’s normal doesn’t mean it’s easy to answer them! Birds & Bees offers simple, practical strategies to help you tackle the talk and become the loving authority on this topic.
Featured Video Speakers:
The Birds & Bees founder, Mary Flo Ridley (pictured left), has been passionately sharing this message all over the world for 30 years. Mary Flo and her husband Dave have been married for 40 years, they have three married children, and eight grandchildren. After growing up in El Paso, Mary Flo graduated from SMU. She loves playing with her grandchildren, baking, and traveling!
Megan Michelson (pictured right) joined Mary Flo at Birds & Bees almost 6 years ago to help bring this message to a new generation of parents. Megan was born and raised in Dallas, Texas and graduated from Baylor University. Before diving in to the world of sex education, Megan was a middle school teacher. She and her husband Blake have been married for 12 years and have three young kids. She's in the trenches of motherhood... so happy and so tired!
FAQs
What is the Birds & Bees Conference?
A Christ-centered conference equipping individuals to learn how to open lines of communication, with children of all ages, about sex, life, and relationships. Participants will have large group times led by church staff and video-driven teaching. Individuals will also participate in small group sessions.
When is the conference?
Friday, October 23: 6:00–8:30 PM
Saturday, October 24: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Who is the conference for?
The conference is designed for parents & caregivers of toddlers through 18-years-old.
Do I need to register?
Pre-registration is recommended, but walk-ins are welcome. Register HERE!
How much does it cost?
The conference is FREE!
Will childcare be provided?
Yes. Childcare registration is $5 per child. Registration will collect information about each child, including their age and any special needs or food restrictions.
Will food be provided?
Yes! Children’s registration includes snacks and lunch. Adults may purchase an optional Chick-Fil-A lunch ($7 & $9 options, Saturday Only) or adults may bring their own lunch. Please note: lunchtime is only 45 minutes if you plan to leave to grab something. Dietary restrictions and food allergies can be noted during registration as snacks will be provided.
Do I need to attend both days?
Attending the whole event is recommended so families can participate fully in the conference.
How do I register?
Registration will be available through the church website. Pre-registration is encouraged to help us prepare for meals, childcare, and small group assignments.