The Kink Consultant Ep 15 – Sex-Ed, Kinks, and Being Open-Minded: A Conversation with My Vanilla Mom
Jan 23, 2025
Join a heartfelt conversation between a mother and daughter as they explore the evolution of sex education from conservative Ireland to open-minded England. They reveal how humor and acceptance shaped their unique bond, allowing for candid discussions about kinks and personal identity. Highlighting the impact of childhood experiences on adult desires, they also touch on societal changes regarding women and relationships. With laughs and insights, this engaging dialogue champions authenticity and the importance of supportive parenting.
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Parent Who Made Sex Safe To Talk About
- Angela describes wanting Amanda to know her options and feel no shame about sex as a mother.
- She deliberately made herself a safe person her daughter could come to with questions.
Sex Ed Was Largely Absent In 60s–70s Ireland
- Angela recalls nearly no formal sex education in 1960s–70s Ireland and learning from gossip and overheard adult talk.
- She remembers the pill's arrival as a shocking but ultimately liberating change for women.
Culture Shift Shaped Parental Openness
- Moving to England exposed Angela to more open conversation and mixed schooling, which shifted her views on sex and openness.
- Cultural context shaped her parenting approach and comfort discussing sex with her daughters.
