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How Many Kids Does Jessica Biel Have? Find Out As Actress Shares How She Told Sons 'The Truth' About Periods
Actress Jessica Biel recently shared a heartfelt moment as she opened up about discussing menstruation with her sons. Read her recent conversation about educating her kids on reproductive health.
The popular American actress Jessica Biel shares parenting tips! Gearing up for her new book release, A Kids Book About Periods, the 42-year-old Candy actress answered fan questions on social media this Thursday.
An anonymous Instagram user asked, “How do you discuss periods with your sons?” Biel, who has sons Silas, 8, and Phineas, 3, with husband Justin Timberlake, replied with a selfie video, admitting it's a topic she's still navigating.
Jessica Biel's honest approach to parenting
"I may not have all the answers, but I believe in honesty. I just tell them what's happening with me and how I feel," said the 7th Heaven star in the clip.
"I try to explain it truthfully, providing real, anatomically correct information that's not too overwhelming for them," she continued.
The Sinner actress Jessica Biel mentioned she's progressing gently with her boys while being honest with them.
"I'm not keeping it a secret from them. I use real words and provide accurate definitions for terms related to reproductive health. I want them to feel informed and comfortable discussing these topics," the Primetime Emmy Award nominee concluded
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Jessica Biel reflects on the menstrual awareness gap in family planning
The actress remembered being in her 30s, ready to start a family, and realizing she didn't understand her own menstrual cycle, finding it surprising and concerning.
In a recent interview with PEOPLE, Biel discussed her intention to use her book to break the stigma surrounding the topic for younger readers.
"I've always believed it's important to make talking about periods normal. As a parent, writing this book felt like a natural way to start this conversation with kids," she told PEOPLE.
The educational book was made with the help of PERIOD., a nonprofit working to end period poverty and stigma through education and advocacy.
A Kids Book About Periods will be on shelves starting May 7 and can be pre-ordered from various book retailers.
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