Boys can grow so fast, it can take your breath away. Or their growth can proceed more slowly, confusing or even frustrating them. Talking to our boys about puberty is hard to do, for both mothers and fathers. But supportive conversations are vital to them—even when they seem like they don’t want or need to talk. We can help.

Learn about male anatomy, puberty, body changes, emotions, and more! Turning Teen offers interactive pediatrician-developed educational workshops that are fun, modern, and medically accurate!

For boys 8+ (who haven’t started puberty yet or are in the early stages) and their parent/trusted adult

Turning Teen, founded by Dr. Lisa Klein and Dr. Carrie Leff, helps families talk openly about puberty, bodies, and sex. Our programs, led by medical and mental health professionals, provide accurate, age-appropriate information to make these conversations more comfortable for kids and their caregivers.  

Dr. Jessica Reggi is Chicagoland’s Turning Teen board-certified pediatrician. She practiced clinical pediatrics throughout Chicago for about eight years before transitioning to nonprofit leadership. She is passionate about the intersection of health and education and has facilitated trainings about vaccines, vaping, and more for school districts, community organizations, and health champions across the country.