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Parenting Unfiltered: When To Have “The Talk" with Alicia Crespin

Season 13, Ep. 33

We sat down with The Tea: The Talk author Alicia Crespin for a candid chat about navigating those tricky (and often awkward) conversations with our kids. From puberty to relationships to the questions that catch us completely off guard, Alicia shares her wisdom on how to approach “the talk” with confidence—and maybe even a little humor. The Tea: The Talk isn’t just a parenting book; it’s a thought-provoking collection of stories from over 30 women, spilling the tea on their pasts. Because when we break the silence on stigmatized topics, we can empower the next generation. Known for her no-nonsense approach to tough conversations, Alicia is on a mission to make sure the next generation is the best one yet. For more on Alicia find her at https://www.aliciacrespin.com and  @spilltheteawithalicia and head over to Amazon to get a copy of “The Talk”.


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