Erin Levitas Foundation

09/04/2026

When someone says they'll teach their kids about body safety "when they're older."

We're going to beat this dead horse until it's not a controversial thing to teach a 2 year old what consent means. No apologies.

Waiting until they're older isn't protecting them, it's giving harmful patterns more time to take root. The earlier kids learn about boundaries, autonomy, and respect, the earlier they know how to spot when something's off and how to treat their peers right.

So yeah, we'll keep bringing this up. Every. Single. Time.

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09/03/2026

Right alongside the backpacks and school supplies, here's what we're prepping this year:

1. "Your body belongs to you." Say it often, so it sticks.

2. Real names for body parts, not nicknames. Clear language keeps kids safe and confident.

3. You can change your mind at any time, even if you already said "yes".

4. Practice saying "no" out loud.

5. Remind them it's always okay to tell you anything.

This isn't a scary conversation. It's a five-minute one, and it belongs on the list.

09/02/2026

09/01/2026

I am not sure what words are words anymore.... 😅

08/28/2026

If your toddler is grabbing their private parts in public, take a breath, this is completely normal. It's not a red flag, it's a body safety teaching moment.

Watch to learn how!

08/28/2026

Kids are paying attention to how we react, even before we say a word. If we want them to keep coming to us, we have to make it safe to do so. These testimonies are real. And they're a starting point, not a verdict. 🌼

08/25/2026

Ok real talk, consent isn't "the talk" you have in middle school. It's a hundred tiny moments way before that.

Skipping the hug with grandma. Real words for real body parts. Asking before you dress them. That's it. That's the work.

Doesn't feel like a big deal in the moment... which is exactly why it works.

Swipe for 5 things we're calling kinda chic 👀 and be honest, which one are you already doing?

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08/20/2026

I didn't know how to start the "body safety" conversation with my kid either. This book made it so much easier, it hands you the exact scenarios to talk through together.

Comment BOOK and we'll send you the link.

08/19/2026

Drop "TEACHER TALK" in the comments to learn how to bring Teacher Talk to your school community. 🧡✏️🍎📓

Your PTA isn't just for parents. And Teacher Talk isn't just for teachers.

And the best part? It's completely free.

Teacher Talk is a free course designed for every adult who works with young people, coaches, social workers, troop leaders, youth group leaders, nannies, religious organizations, and yes, teachers too.

Because preventing sexual harassment in your school community isn't a one-person job. It takes every adult who shows up for kids.

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08/18/2026

The question: "How can I help my high schooler (age 15, male) recognize the signs of an unhealthy relationship and feel comfortable coming to me?"

The short answer? The body safety conversations you started years ago need to evolve with your teen.

Here's what most parents miss: Your 15-year-old isn't avoiding these conversations because they don't trust you. They're navigating a world where relationship dynamics are everywhere, social media, friend groups, media they consume, and they need you to help them decode what's healthy vs. what's harmful.

The conversations shift from "your body, your choice" to "what does mutual respect actually look like in practice?" From teaching them to set boundaries to helping them recognize when someone else is crossing theirs.

Prevention education doesn't stop when kids grow up. It grows with them.

These aren't one-time talks. They're ongoing conversations that meet your teen where they are, and remind them you're a safe place for the hard stuff.

Comment PROGRAMS to learn how our framework supports age-appropriate prevention conversations from toddlers to teens.