The Things We Must Say

You want to raise a good human. But are you ready to talk about the hard stuff?Parenting in today's world means more than providing food, shelter, and school. It means facing the conversations most people avoid - the ones about feelings, failure, sex, death, race, gender, money, friendship, identity, and shame. In The Things We Must Say, author and parenting guide P. Birg gives you a bold and beautiful blueprint for raising emotionally intelligent, morally grounded, and future-ready children - by talking to them with honesty, compassion, and confidence.
This book doesn't preach. It equips. Inside, you'll discover: How to talk to kids about emotions without shame How to explain death, loss, and grief at every age How to approach sex, consent, and body safety with clarity How to teach financial wisdom through real-life practice How to dismantle racism and build empathy from the ground up How to handle meltdowns, mistakes, and moments of disconnection What to say about gender, identity, and human diversity - even if you're unsure Why your voice matters more than anyone else's - and how to use it well Whether your child is 3 or 17, you'll find scripts, examples, deep insights, and real-world strategies to build trust, open communication, and lifelong connection.
This isn't just a parenting book. It's a call to courage - to say the things that matter most, when they matter most. Because when parents speak with love and truth, children learn to live with strength and purpose.