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#27 Emergency Contraception
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06/09/20 • 21 min
In this episode Anne talks with Family Planning Victoria Dr Sara Whitburn and pharmacist David from Woodhouse Grove Pharmacy about emergency contraception. Emergency contraception is used to prevent pregnancy if no contraceptive protection was used, if the condom broke, or if a contraceptive pill was missed. It's yet another important part of the sexual health conversation parents and carers can have with their young people. Dr Sara talks about how emergency contraception works and David talks through the process of purchasing this at a pharmacy.
Resources:
We have information on the FPV website about contraception. 1800myoptions is a Victorian service which compiles information about sexual health choices and service providers. The Royal Women’s Hospital for information about asking a pharmacist for Emergency Contraception. The Museum of Contraception and Abortion provides some historical context to ending or preventing pregnancy.
#26 PrEP and PEP
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05/22/20 • 13 min
10/29/19 • 26 min
In this episode, we interview Fiona Katauskas.
Fiona is a cartoonist, author and illustrator. She is the artist behind The Amazing True Story of How Babies are Made, a popular book that has been animated into a three-part series for families and schools.
Fiona has created a funny, accurate and inclusive narrative as a way to guide a conversation about how babies are made. Family Planning Victoria have endorsed the resource and we have seen first hand how classrooms of students react to its humour and honesty in such a positive way. In this episode we talk about the creative process of writing and animating this story and the reactions it has had.
The Amazing True Story of How Babies Are Made is available in bookshops, and at Kmart. Online bookstore here. The animated series in 3 parts has it’s own webpage amazingbabies.tv. This is where to find the animations, extra family resources and teacher toolkit.
For more information about us go to fpv.org.au.
#17: Going to the doctor
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10/14/19 • 21 min
In this episode, we talk to FPV’s Nurse Educator Sam Read.
Young people often ask questions about sexual health information and seek information about how to protect their privacy. Sam talks about what it takes for a young person to get themselves to the doctor. What age can someone see a doctor on their own? Does a parent have to know if a young person has been prescribed contraception? What even is Medicare and the My Health record? Enjoy!
Family Planning Victoria is one of several sexual health clinics available in Melbourne. There are other sexual health service providers in Melbourne and in capital cities as well as General Practitioners.
Resources:
Links for Medicare transfer forms. Information about my health record.
The Better Health Channel and Headspace have great information about young people and going to the doctor.
Vic Youth Law has legal information about sex and the law.
For more information about us go to fpv.org.au.
09/29/19 • 28 min
In this episode, we interview Miller Soding from Minus 18.
Minus 18 is an Australian youth driven network for LGTBIQ young people. They run events, workshops and provide advocacy resources. Minus 18 is an agency that young people might know about through school.
In this discussion, Miller answers questions about the type of work Minus 18 do and why it is so important. She also talks about some logistics of events that parents and carers might want to know about if they have a young person attending an event. Enjoy!
For more information about Minus 18 go to their website. They provide information for young people, created by young people that explains the whole rainbow, including past and future events. Have a look at their social media platforms here: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and twitter.
For more information about Family Planning Victoria go to fpv.org.au
#25 Sexually Transmissible Infections
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05/08/20 • 15 min
In this episode Dr Suzanne Pearson from FPV talks through Sexually Transmissible Infections (STI's). Learning about STI's is part of gaining an understanding of sexual health. Suzanne talks about the effect of STI's when they are not diagnosed and the availability of treatment. Also, the importance for young people to be confident to ask for testing and being able to discuss testing status with sexual partners.
Resources:
See the FPV website about Sexually Transmissible Infections. Rosie Respect & Scarleteen are websites for young people providing information about sex and relationships, including information about STI’s. A GP or sexual health clinic such as Family Planning Victoria will have information on services for testing and treatment.
#15: Consent
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09/15/19 • 19 min
In this episode, we speak with FPV educator Kit about consent.
When do young people start to learn about consent? What should adults say about it? What does consent mean in a sexual relationship? What does the law say about consent? What does FPV say about consent in classes? Enjoy!
Family Planning Victoria are based in Victoria and the age of consent laws we reference in this episode are Victorian laws. Please be aware that laws vary from state to state and internationally.
Some resources we use in class to talk about consent include:
Consent for Kids. Consent is like a cup of tea.
Vic legal aid consent and the law
For more information about Family Planning Victoria go to fpv.org.au
#24 Contraception
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04/23/20 • 24 min
In this episode Dr Lona Brown from Family Planning Victoria talks about contraception. This is an important part of our secondary school sex education.
Lona talks through up to date information about contraception, including efficacy, cost and privacy.
It's important for young people to have this information, so they are able to be responsible for their own sexual health and support their sexual partners.
Resources:
See FPV website about contraception. 1800myoptions is a Victorian service which compiles information about sexual health choices and service providers. Jean Hailles for Women’s Health also has information. The Museum of Contraception and Abortion for some historical context to pregnancy prevention.
#23: The Pleasure Agenda
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04/01/20 • 13 min
In this episode, FPV Chief Executive Officer, Claire Vissenga talks about pleasure. One of the most common reasons for people to choose a sexual relationship is the pursuit of pleasure. Yet discussions of pleasure are left out of curriculum and policy. Claire talks through FPV’s approach to this discussion and its importance.
Resources listed in the podcast:
World Health Organisation definition of sexual health. Research and recommendations about Sexuality Education see the UNESCO International technical guidance on sexuality education: an evidence-informed approach. Scarleteen has articles for young people on sexual health and sexual pleasure. Information about FPV school programs including resources and lesson plans go to the schools portal on the FPV website.
More information about FPV @ fpv.org.au. Contact us directly at [email protected].
#51 Breast Awareness with Pink Hope
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12/13/21 • 16 min
In this episode CEO of Pink Hope, Sarah Powell talks about the importance of breast awareness. Pink Hope is a preventative health hub designed to connect and inform people about cancer risk. Young people frequently ask questions about breasts during puberty. So, what could we tell them about breast cancer risk?
Resources:
See Pink Hope for more information www.pinkhope.org.au . Find information on family history and cancer at the Cancer Council. For more information about FPV @ fpv.org.au.
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How many episodes does Doing ‘IT‘ have?
Doing ‘IT‘ currently has 72 episodes available.
What topics does Doing ‘IT‘ cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Society & Culture, Podcasts, Relationships and Sexuality.
What is the most popular episode on Doing ‘IT‘?
The episode title '#33 Early Years' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Doing ‘IT‘?
The average episode length on Doing ‘IT‘ is 21 minutes.
How often are episodes of Doing ‘IT‘ released?
Episodes of Doing ‘IT‘ are typically released every 20 days, 17 hours.
When was the first episode of Doing ‘IT‘?
The first episode of Doing ‘IT‘ was released on Apr 8, 2019.
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