For EDUCATORS & Youth Service Providers
Palo Alto Medical Foundation Teen Health
Health information, FAQs, and resources for teenagers compiled by the Palo Alto Medical Foundation.
Data and statistics about teen and unplanned pregnancy, adolescent sexual health, opinion polls, and sexual health education best practices.
Resources, research, and calls to action focused on helping young people make informed and responsible decisions about their reproductive and sexual health.
Health Connected for Youth Providers
We work with schools to ensure students receive high-quality sexual health education starting from puberty. Contact us to bring us to your school or learn more about our training and technical assistance for education professionals.
Resources for parents and community members about sex education in California.
A toolkit for community members to use to bring quality sex ed to your school.
California Healthy Kids Resource Center
Comprehensive collection of reviewed health education materials for use by teachers, administrators, university faculty, LEA staff, and other professionals who work with preschool through 12th grade students in school settings and after-school programs. Curricula available on loan at no cost to schools and organizations within California.
Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States (SIECUS)
Clearinghouse for information about sexuality education, including sample activities.
Comprehensive information about contraception. Created by Power to Decide.
A health question-and-answer internet resource produced by Alice! Health Promotion at Columbia University. Go Ask Alice! provides readers with reliable, accurate, accessible, culturally competent information and a range of thoughtful perspectives so that they can make responsible decisions concerning their health and well-being.
Sex education by teens and for teens. Sex, Etc. features teen-produced sexual health stories, FAQs, resources, and forums.
Information about sex, relationships, and contraception is geared towards helping teens make informed decisions for their futures. Created by Power to Decide and Unplanned Pregnancy.
Planned Parenthood Info for Teens
Articles, educational videos, and online chat tools for teens with questions about sexual health, sexuality, pregnancy, and relationships.
Inclusive, comprehensive, and smart sexuality information and help for teens and 20-somethings.
FOR YOUNG PEOPLE, PARENTS, & CAREGIVERS
Explore a wide range of resources on sexual health, relationships, mental health, and more. Whether you’re looking for information about your body, gender identity, or need help navigating tough situations, these vetted sources offer guidance, support, and answers to your questions.
Takes the awkwardness out of sex ed. Real info in fun, animated videos that give you all the answers you want to know about sex, your body, and relationships.
Family Planning, Access, Care, and Treatment Power To Decide (Family PACT)
A California program that provides eligible young adults with free, comprehensive family planning services. Enter your zip code on their website to find the closest provider in your area.
Reliable, objective, straightforward sexual health information for young people. The site by MTV was developed in collaboration with the Kaiser Family Foundation, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and others.
My Health, My Info / en Español
Take action to ensure your health services are kept confidential at your pediatrician or doctor’s office.
Planned Parenthood / en Español
Articles, videos, quizzes, and online tools for teens with questions about sexual health, puberty, identity, relationships, and pregnancy.
Sex ed for the real world: Inclusive, comprehensive, supportive sexuality and relationships info for teens and emerging adults.
Sex education by teens, for teens, featuring sexual health stories, FAQs, videos, and forums to learn more and get involved. Subscribe to receive their teen-produced magazine at home or school.
Information, videos, games & quizzes about sex, relationships, and contraception. Created by The National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy to help teens make informed decisions about their futures.
Sex education by teens, for teens, featuring sexual health stories, FAQs, videos, and forums to learn more and get involved. Subscribe to receive their teen-produced magazine at home or school.
Palo Alto Medical Foundation provides health information on a variety of teen health topics. Explore articles that can help you figure out how to make good decisions.
An online hub for teen-friendly sexual and reproductive health information and resources, featuring youth-generated blogs and videos. Developed by the California Family Health Council to improve the health of young people in California.
Learn the facts about sexual health with articles about puberty, menstruation, infections, and just about everything else you want to know, for guys and girls.
Your Health, Your Rights / en Espanol Teen Source
All about California teens’ rights around sexual and reproductive healthcare services.
All-Options Talkline / 1 (888) 493-0092
Free, confidential, and supportive space for people to talk about experiences with pregnancy, parenting, abortion, and adoption.
Exhale / 1 (866) 4-EXHALE (439-4253)
After-abortion counseling, resources, and referrals through non-judgemental support and respectful listening.
The National Center for Youth Law answers questions about teens’ legal rights and responsibilities related to pregnancy and parenting in California.
Walk in Our Shoes / en Español
Learning about other people can help you understand that they’re still a lot like you — they’re just on a journey in different shoes.
Get the facts about mental health issues and take action to feel better. A collaboration of mtvU and The Jed Foundation to promote public dialogue about mental health and connect students to resources.
Help anytime, for any reason. Read stories and articles about health, identity, emotions, and relationships. A service of Australia’s yourtown Art Union.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline / en Español / 1 (800) 273-TALK (8255)
Free 24/7 lifeline for people in crisis, as well as confidential support and mental health resources for you and your loved ones.
Crisis Text Line / text HOME to 741741
Free 24/7 support and information for anyone in any type of crisis. A live, trained Crisis Counselor will help you move from a hot to a cool moment.
California Youth Crisis Line / 1 (800) 843-5200
Free 24/7 help for any youth in crisis. Statewide emergency response tool provided by the California Coalition for Youth.
The Trevor Project / 1 (866) 488-7386 / text START to 678678
Free 24/7 lifeline for LGBTQ+ youth. Trained counselors are available to talk by phone, text, or chat.
Your Life Your Voice / 1 (800) 448-3000 / text VOICE to 20121
Free 24/7 support from counselors by phone, text, email, or chat. It’s OK to ask for help. Check out these tips to help with tough situations.
Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Education Network (GLESN)
GLSEN works with educators, policymakers, community leaders, and students to address anti-LGBT behavior and bias in schools. Check out their toolkits to help support your school’s GSA!
Resources to help teens navigate their gender identity at school or home, with their doctor, and even their friends.
Counseling, education, youth groups, and support for LGBTQ+ young people in the SF Bay Area. Free, confidential, drop-in support groups are held in Mountain View, Redwood City, and Palo Alto.
San Francisco’s Center for LGBTQ+ Youth builds community and inspires positive social change through education enhancement, career training, health promotion, and leadership development.
Teaching youth to challenge everyday instances of homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia. Learn all about privilege, how to become an ally, and quiz yourself on respectful communication. Created by Canada’s LGBTQ+ Youth Initiative
A national storytelling campaign spotlighting remarkable stories of transgender young people.
An ongoing photojournalism project that captures the incredible diversity and uniqueness of LGBTQ+ youth in the United States.
Information, games, quizzes, and tools to help teens recognize, avoid, and prevent dating violence.
LoveIsRespect / en Español / 1 (866) 331-9474 / text LOVEIS to 22522
Free 24/7 hotline for victims and survivors of human trafficking. Speak to a trained professional about your needs, options, and available resources.
Stories, information, tips, and resources for youth to help prevent sex trafficking.
Human Trafficking Hotline / en Español / 1 (888) 373-7888 / text BEFREE to 233733 Jasmine Strong
Free 24/7 hotline for victims and survivors of human trafficking. Speak to a trained professional about your needs, options, and available resources.
Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN) / en Español / 1 (800) 656-HOPE (4673) That’s Not Cool
Free 24/7 confidential hotline and chat services provided by the National Sexual Assault Hotline. RAINN is the largest anti-sexual violence organization in the nation.
Free 24/7 crisis line, sexual assault counseling, and support groups for anyone who has been affected by sexual violence. San Mateo County’s leading center for healing and violence prevention.
We also recognize parents and caregivers’ vital role in shaping young people’s perspectives and supporting their journey. Below are some of our favorite resources to support children and their families. We recommend previewing each resource to ensure it’s a match with your family’s values.
Let’s Talk About Body Boundaries, Consent, and Respect
by Jayneen Sanders (ISBN 9781925089189)
It’s Not the Stork! A Book About Girls, Boys, Babies, Bodies, Families and Friends
by Robie Harris (ages 4-8) (ISBN 9780763633318)
by Cory Silverberg & Fiona Smyth (ages 4-7) (ISBN: 9781609804855)
Who Has What? All About Girls’ Bodies and Boys’ Bodies
by Robie H. Harris (ages 4-7) (ISBN 9780763629311)
You-ology: A Puberty Guide for Every Body
by Melisa Holmes, MD, FACOG; Trish Hutchison, MD, FAAP; Kathryn Lowe, MD, FAAP (ISBN 9781610025690)
The Care and Keeping of You: The Body Book for Younger Girls (American Girl Wellbeing)
By Valorie Schaefer & Josee Masse (ISBN 9781609580834)
by Deborah Roffman (ISBN 9780738215082)
Sex Positive Talks To Have With Kids
by Melissa Pintor Carnagey (ISBN 9798693011991)
Sexuality and Relationship Education for Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders
by Davida Hartman (ISBN 9781849053853)
How to Talk to Your Kids about Pornography
by Dina Alexander (ISBN 9780986370847)
This Is So Awkward: Modern Puberty Explained
by Cara Natterson, MD & Vanessa Kroll Bennet (ISBN 9780593580950)
by Michelle Icard (ISBN 9780593137529)
Increasing family communication about sexual development.
Resources and support groups for LGBTQ+ youth and their families.
(Centers for Disease Control) Adolescent health, STIs, and more.
www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/parents
Resources, and tips on communicating with your kids.
Advancing legal and lived equality for LGBTQ families.
Support and sexual health education for young people with disabilities and their families.
Inclusive education, coaching, and resources to raise sexually healthy children.
News and advice on gaming and online safety.
Supporting families as they navigate the challenges and possibilities of raising kids in the digital age.
Nemours Children’s Health information and advice.
American Sexual Health Associate (ASHA) offers parents tips to gain comfort in discussing sexual health with youth.
It’s Perfectly Normal: Changing Bodies, Growing Up, Sex, Gender, and Sexual Health
by Robie H. Harris (ISBN 9781564021595)
It’s So Amazing! A Book about Eggs, Sperm, Birth, Babies, and Families
by Robie H. Harris (ISBN 9780763600518)
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Puberty- and Shouldn’t Be Googling: For Curious Boys
by Morris Katz and Amelia Pinney (ISBN: 9781950587131)
Celebrate Your Body (and Its Changes Too!) The Ultimate Puberty Book for Girls
by Sonya Renee Taylor and Bianca I. Laureano (ISBN 9781641521666)
Sex is a Funny Word: A Book about Bodies, Feelings, and YOU
by Cory Silverberg & Fiona Smyth (ISBN 9781609806064)
by Ferne Bowe (ISBN 9781739637835)
Short animated videos on a range of puberty and sexual health-related topics.
An original YouTube series hosted by Lindsay Amer that explores intersectional and LGBTQ+ topics.
www.sutterhealth.org/pamf/health/preeteens
Health information relevant to kids 8-12.
Health information for kids of all ages from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
An entertaining and educational YouTube series about sexuality and healthy relationships for youth, ages 9-12.
Social Stories and Resources for teaching children with special needs about puberty.
For EDUCATORS & Youth Service Providers
Palo Alto Medical Foundation Teen Health
Health information, FAQs, and resources for teenagers compiled by the Palo Alto Medical Foundation.
Data and statistics about teen and unplanned pregnancy, adolescent sexual health, opinion polls, and sexual health education best practices.
Resources, research, and calls to action focused on helping young people make informed and responsible decisions about their reproductive and sexual health.
Health Connected for Youth Providers
We work with schools to ensure students receive high-quality sexual health education starting from puberty. Contact us to bring us to your school or learn more about our training and technical assistance for education professionals.
Resources for parents and community members about sex education in California.
A toolkit for community members to use to bring quality sex ed to your school.
California Healthy Kids Resource Center
Comprehensive collection of reviewed health education materials for use by teachers, administrators, university faculty, LEA staff, and other professionals who work with preschool through 12th grade students in school settings and after-school programs. Curricula available on loan at no cost to schools and organizations within California.
Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States (SIECUS)
Clearinghouse for information about sexuality education, including sample activities.
Comprehensive information about contraception. Created by Power to Decide.
A health question-and-answer internet resource produced by Alice! Health Promotion at Columbia University. Go Ask Alice! provides readers with reliable, accurate, accessible, culturally competent information and a range of thoughtful perspectives so that they can make responsible decisions concerning their health and well-being.
Sex education by teens and for teens. Sex, Etc. features teen-produced sexual health stories, FAQs, resources, and forums.
Information about sex, relationships, and contraception is geared towards helping teens make informed decisions for their futures. Created by Power to Decide and Unplanned Pregnancy.
Planned Parenthood Info for Teens
Articles, educational videos, and online chat tools for teens with questions about sexual health, sexuality, pregnancy, and relationships.
Inclusive, comprehensive, and smart sexuality information and help for teens and 20-somethings.