The Resilient Kid

Discover the power of resilience with "The Resilient Kid" podcast, where Ashley Costello, a seasoned psychotherapist and the visionary founder of The Resilient Kid, delves into insightful conversations aimed at empowering children and families. With Ashley's wealth of expertise in child psychology and her passion for nurturing resilient mindsets, each episode offers invaluable guidance on navigating life's challenges. From practical strategies to inspiring stories, "The Resilient Kid" podcast equips listeners with the tools to foster resilience, emotional well-being, and confidence.

The Resilient Kid is a kids podcast hosted by The Resilient Kid - By Ashley Costello, with 95 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

The Resilient Kid - By Ashley Costello hosts The Resilient Kid, a kids show with 95 episodes published.

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  Episode #12

  S11E12 - Let's Actually Talk About Sex For 16+

  Aug 18, 202621 minS11

  Let's Actually Talk About Sex The Resilient Kid Podcast | Season 11, Episode 10 "Your body belongs to you. Your desire is not shameful. Healthy sex is mutual, communicative, and good for everyone involved." WHAT THIS EPISODE IS ABOUT The final and most direct episode of Season 11. For young people aged 16+, we talk honestly about what sex is, healthy sex, pornography, contraception, STIs, readiness, consent and making choices that feel right for you. For parents: please listen before sharing with your teenager. It is explicit in places and intentionally so. ⚠️ LISTENER GUIDANCE For young people aged 16 and over . Includes direct discussion of sex, pornography, contraception and STIs. If you are under 16, Episodes 7, 8 and 9 are made for you. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Age Guidance and Intent 01:04 Season Finale Setup 01:54 What Sex Really Is 03:42 What Healthy Sex Looks Like 06:37 Porn vs Reality 10:21 Contraception Basics 14:31 STIs and Testing 17:02 First Time and Readiness 19:05 Season Takeaways 20:42 Wrap Up and Resources QUICK REFERENCE Healthy sex: both people genuinely want to be there, can stop at any time, communicate, and know that both people's pleasure and wellbeing matter. Pornography: a performance, not a guide to real bodies, consent, pleasure, intimacy or what is "normal". Contraception: condoms are the only contraceptive method that also helps protect against STIs. Other options include the pill, implant, coil, injection and emergency contraception. STIs: many have no obvious symptoms. Testing is free and confidential, condoms reduce risk, and most STIs can be treated. RESEARCH & FURTHER READING Natsal: https://www.natsal.ac.uk/ Brook: https://www.brook.org.uk/ NHS Contraception: https://www.nhs.uk/contraception/ NHS Sexual Health: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/sexual-health/find-a-sexual-health-clinic SH:24: https://sh24.org.uk/ SUPPORT Rape Crisis: 0808 500 2222 | https://rapecrisis.org.uk/ Childline: 0800 1111 | https://www.childline.org.uk/ CEOP: https://www.ceop.police.uk/ LISTENERS' LOUNGE https://www.theresilientacademy.co.uk/lounge USEFUL LINKS Newsletter: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/240667/93026367927485942/share Book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1739302605 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresilientkid YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theresilientkid957 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ashley-costello Website: https://www.theresilientacademy.co.uk

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  Episode #11

  S11E11 - Consent: What It Actually Means 13+

  Aug 13, 202623 minS11

  Consent, Pressure & Staying Safe Online “Consent is not the absence of a no. It is the presence of a yes.” This episode is for young people aged 13 and over. It talks honestly and directly about consent, relationships, pressure, online safety, intimate image sharing and sextortion. It is designed to help young people recognise what a genuine yes looks like, what pressure can sound like, what to do if something online starts to feel wrong, and where to get help. For parents: this is a good episode to listen to first, then share with your teenager or use as the starting point for a conversation. What consent means Everyone involved genuinely wants to be there. Nobody is being pressured, guilted or worn down. A yes should be real, enthusiastic and freely given. Anyone can change their mind at any time. Yes to one thing is not yes to everything. Yes once is not yes always. Pressure can sound like: “If you really liked me, you would”, “Everyone else does it”, “You said you would” or “We’ve been together long enough.” Pressure is not consent. Online consent & sextortion Sending an intimate image does not give anyone permission to share it. Sextortion is when someone uses an intimate image, or the threat of sharing one, to demand money, more images or something else. It is a crime and it is not your fault. If this happens: do not pay, do not send more images, do not delete the messages, tell a trusted adult immediately and report it. CEOP: https://ceop.police.uk/ Childline: https://www.childline.org.uk/ | 0800 1111 Revenge Porn Helpline: https://revengepornhelpline.org.uk/ | 0345 6000 459 Internet Watch Foundation: https://www.iwf.org.uk/ If something has already happened If you were pressured, manipulated, someone did not stop when you wanted them to, or you are being threatened with an image, you do not have to deal with it alone. Tell a parent, teacher, trusted adult, coach or another safe person. You are allowed to ask for help. Rape Crisis England & Wales: https://rapecrisis.org.uk/ | 0808 500 2222 NSPCC: https://www.nspcc.org.uk/ | 0808 800 5000 The Survivors Trust: https://thesurvivorstrust.org/ Brook: https://www.brook.org.uk/ Listeners’ Lounge Find more resources here: https://www.theresilientacademy.co.uk/lounge Useful Links Website: https://www.theresilientacademy.co.uk Newsletter: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/240667/93026367927485942/share Book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1739302605 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/resilientkiduk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresilientkid LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/resilientkid YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theresilientkid957 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ashley-costello The Resilient Kid Podcast | Season 11 — The Parent in the Room

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  Episode #10

  S11E10 - Hey, This Is For You: Girls

  Aug 6, 202627 minS11

  This episode is spoken directly to girls aged 10–13 in language that treats them like the capable, curious, real people they are. It explores female puberty honestly and without embarrassment, covering breast development, body hair, vaginal discharge, periods in detail, the correct names for female anatomy including the vulva and clitoris, masturbation and self-exploration, emotional changes, body image, social media, consent and personal boundaries. It answers the questions many girls have but are often too afraid to ask, reassuring them that what they are experiencing is normal. For parents: listen first, then share. Listen together on a journey, or simply leave it quietly on a device. However it reaches her, it is worth getting there. This episode is designed to support the conversations you are already having at home, not replace them. Listener Guidance This episode is suitable for young people aged 10+. It contains age-appropriate discussion of puberty, periods, vaginal discharge, the vulva, vagina, clitoris, masturbation, emotions and body confidence. There is no explicit sexual content. Episode Timestamps 00:00 Welcome 01:00 Your body is not a problem 03:00 Understanding puberty 07:00 Periods explained 12:00 The things nobody tells girls 15:00 Bodies, boundaries and body image 17:00 Final reassurance 18:00 Outro Quick Reference Puberty usually starts between the ages of 8 and 13. Breast buds, body hair, growth spurts, skin changes and vaginal discharge are all normal parts of development. Periods usually happen every 21–35 days, last 3–7 days and are often irregular when they first begin. Pads, tampons, period pants and menstrual cups are all valid options. Big feelings are normal too – your brain is still developing. Find More Resources Listeners' Lounge https://www.theresilientacademy.co.uk/lounge Inside you'll find the research behind every episode, companion podcast episodes, downloadable resources, recommended books, handouts and practical tools to help you continue the conversation at home. Useful Links Newsletter https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/240667/93026367927485942/share A Parent's Guide to Raising a Resilient Kid https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1739302605 Website https://www.theresilientacademy.co.uk YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theresilientkid957 Spotify Podcast https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ashley-costello Facebook https://www.facebook.com/resilientkiduk Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theresilientkid LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/resilientkid Pinterest https://za.pinterest.com/resilientacademy Teachers' Guide Waitlist ashley@theresilientkid.co.uk The Resilient Kid Podcast | Season 11 – The Talk Produced by Chantelle Venter at https://websitefae.com/ The Resilient People | Trading as The Resilient Kid and The Resilient Teen.

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  Episode #9

  S11E9 - Hey, This Is For You Boys - Age 10-13

  Jul 30, 202615 minS11

  "What is happening to you is normal. All of it." WHAT THIS EPISODE IS ABOUT This episode is for boys aged 10–13, spoken directly to them in honest, age-appropriate language. We talk about puberty, what is happening to the body, why it happens, and the things many boys are never warned about, including erections, wet dreams, masturbation, emotions, body changes and what to expect as they grow up. Parents are encouraged to listen first, listen together, or simply share the episode with their son. However you do it, the aim is to make these conversations easier. ⚠️ LISTENER GUIDANCE Suitable for young people aged 10+. This episode includes age-appropriate discussion of puberty, erections, wet dreams and masturbation. It contains no explicit sexual content and is designed to support healthy, shame-free conversations. ⏱️ EPISODE TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Welcome and age guidance 01:00 Puberty is normal 03:00 What changes during puberty 07:00 Erections, wet dreams and masturbation 10:00 Feelings, emotions and the teenage brain 12:00 Bodies, boundaries and online content 15:00 Final thoughts QUICK REFERENCE Puberty usually starts between ages 9–14. Testosterone causes physical and emotional changes. Growth spurts, body hair, voice changes and spots are all normal. Erections and wet dreams are a normal part of puberty. Emotions often feel bigger because the brain is still developing. Talking to a trusted adult really helps. RESOURCES For young people: Childline – 0800 1111 – https://www.childline.org.uk Brook – https://www.brook.org.uk For parents: Listen to Season 11 Episode 2 – Growing Up Boy for the parent version with additional research and guidance. FOR PARENTS Keep conversations relaxed. Let your son know you're available for questions without putting pressure on him to talk immediately. You don't need to have all the answers—being open and willing to listen is what matters most. USEFUL LINKS Website: https://www.theresilientacademy.co.uk Newsletter: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/240667/93026367927485942/share Book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1739302605 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theresilientkid YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theresilientkid957 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ashley-costello The Resilient Kid Podcast | Season 11 – The Parent in the Room

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  Episode #8

  S11E8 - Let's Talk About Sex — The Parent Guide

  Jul 22, 202626 minS11

  ```html “How do I give them something I never had?” WHAT THIS EPISODE IS ABOUT This is the episode many parents have been both waiting for and quietly dreading. We follow Gemma, mum to a sixteen-year-old son and a thirteen-year-old daughter, who received almost no meaningful sex education herself. She was taught the mechanics of reproduction, but not what sex feels like, what healthy sex looks like, or how desire, pleasure, consent, and communication fit together. This episode explores what sex actually is beyond penetration and reproduction. It looks at why pleasure matters, why leaving it out can cause harm, and how parents can begin honest conversations with their teenagers, even when nobody had those conversations with them. Contraception, STIs, and pornography will each be explored in separate follow-up episodes. ⏱️ EPISODE TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 02:00 Gemma’s story 07:00 What sex actually is 13:00 Five tips for parents 16:00 Gemma talks to Tyler 20:00 The bigger picture 23:00 Closing thoughts RESEARCH & CONCEPTS What Sex Actually Is Professor Kaye Wellings leads the National Survey of Sexual Attitudes and Lifestyles. The research recognises sexual activity as a broad spectrum, including kissing, touching, oral sex, mutual masturbation, and penetrative sex. A definition focused only on penetration can leave young people without the language to understand their own experiences. Pleasure Matters Dr Emily Nagoski argues that sex education focused only on pregnancy, STIs, assault, and risk can teach young people that sex is fundamentally dangerous. Alongside safety and consent, young people need to understand that healthy sex is mutual, both people want to be there, both people’s pleasure matters, and either person can stop at any time. What Young People Want Research from the Sex Education Forum shows that young people want honesty, clear answers, and information about what healthy relationships and sexual experiences look and feel like, not only what they should fear. FIVE TIPS FOR PARENTS Broaden your definition: Sex is more than penetration. Include pleasure: Desire and enjoyment matter. Describe healthy sex: Mutual wanting, communication, checking in, and freedom to stop. Be honest about your own gaps: Saying, “I didn’t get this conversation either,” can build trust. Keep it ongoing: Small conversations are better than one big lecture. FURTHER READING Brook Sex Education Forum Natsal Internet Watch Foundation NHS Sexual Health Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski FIND THE RESOURCES Visit our Listeners’ Lounge YouTube: Add link Spotify: Add link USEFUL LINKS Join our newsletter A Parent’s Guide to Raising a Resilient Kid Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Spotify ⚠️ A NOTE ON THE STORIES Gemma and Tyler are composite characters , created from the experiences of many families who have asked the same question: How do I give them something I never had? The Resilient Kid Podcast | Season 11 Produced by Chantelle Venter at WebsiteFae.com ```

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