Description
Raising a tweenage daughter is no easy task. That’s why Dr. Lisa Sistrunk, human development professional and motivational speaker has released her debut book, “Her 12th Year: She’s not so little anymore” to guide parents as they tackle hard to discuss conversations like sex, drugs, self-love, menstrual cycles, friends, driving, and even spirituality with their daughters, ages 10 to 15.
When Dr. Lisa’s daughter, Kamaria, was 12 years old, she would have weekly conversations to prepare her for the journey into womanhood. The book is written with those notes in mind from a parent’s perspective. Tweenage girls can also find value in the book as they read the “Kamaria stories” sections to know that they aren’t alone as they grow, develop, and mature into young women.
According to Kamaria, “As a tween, I thought these conversations were HIGHLY awkward and uncomfortable, especially the one about sex… However, as I grew into my teen, and then young adult, years, I knew there was nothing I couldn’t tell my mother.”
Sharee Silerio –
“Like most dad’s, sex was a difficult topic. Interestingly, I had no issue discussing physical development/ personal hygiene (i.e. menstruation). Although I understand what they need to know, coming up with the right words stumped me.” – Will Johnson, Ph.D., Girl Dad
Sharee Silerio –
“In this new and open society, I don’t know if I find dating difficult to discuss or just so different. My daughter has been approached by boys as well as girls when it comes to dating, so I have to be careful and not judge someone else’s daughter or even my own daughter.” – Dr. Jewanna Smith Wilkins, Mom of a 14-yr-old
Sharee Silerio –
“This is a wonderful resource and will help many girls on their journey to young womanhood. Parents don’t know what they don’t know to talk about.” – Coach Sharolyn Payton, Leadership and Human Development Professional, Lead Consultant – Payton Place Consultants
Sharee Silerio –
“I would recommend this book, as a helping guide, to the mothers or caregivers who struggle having conversations with their daughters about deep topics. It’s a great mother/daughter book to read going into middle school and also going into high school.” – Jelissa Hardy, Mom of 13-yr-old, Founder Producing Her Advocate & Spokesperson for Single Moms
Sharee Silerio –
“The book is easy to read and I felt it was relatable on all of the topics. I really like the way you defined the issue, gave a real-life experience, and then gave encouragement or guidance to handle the topic.” – Priscilla Harris, Sr Consultant