May 6, 2025

Ep. 114: What If You Suspect Abuse? How to Keep a Child Safe – with Shalon Nienow, MD

Ep. 114: What If You Suspect Abuse? How to Keep a Child Safe – with Shalon Nienow, MD
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Worried something might be wrong—but not sure what to do? Learn to recognize the signs of abuse in kids. If you ever feel uneasy about a situation, you don’t need proof to take action—just a gut feeling is enough. Learn how to report suspected abuse, when to speak up, and how your concern could make all the difference in keeping a child safe. 

 

Resources:

Childhelp: 1-800-4-A-CHILD - 1-800-422-4453. 

childhelphotline.org 

rainn.org for sexual abuse support 

Or stopitnow.org, which is a great site with resources for families and educators. 

 

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Tea and Consent 

My Body Belongs to Me 

 

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