The BCHS Health Promotion team are excited to host a parent and caregiver evening, open to all parents and carers from the City of Greater Bendigo. Our aim is to provide information and resources that will help you have ongoing chats with your child around puberty.

We will be talking about:

LGBTIQA+ information
Changes in puberty (physical, emotional, social)
Conception
Consent
Online safety
Pornography

headspace Bendigo HEY Diversity Worker Maree Dixon will be a guest presenter, and will be in attendance along with Health Promotion Officers to answer questions you may have on the night.

Supper will be available.

When: Wednesday 8th May, 6.30pm

Where: Quarry Hill Primary School. 25 Peel Street, Quarry Hill.

Registrations are free and essential.

Please feel welcome to get in touch with Steph Paddon on 5406 1347 or StephPaddon@bchs.com.au if you have any queries.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Who should attend this session?

Parents/carers of children of primary school age.

Can I bring my child?

Yes, as long as you are happy for them to learn about all of the content (including conversations about pornography).

Why should I attend this session?

Kids are full of questions, and they (or their peers) start going through puberty around age 8. This session can help you to be confident that you are giving them accurate and up to date information to support their development. Puberty education has changed a lot in the past few years so it is good to refresh your knowledge!

Why is there a section discussing LGBTIQA+?

Puberty can be a challenging time for everyone, but especially for young people who might start to identify as LGBTIQA+. This section will prepare you to support your young person with discussions in relation to LGBTIQA+.