I believe you deserve to feel confident about keeping your kids safe.

The same way you buckle your child into their seatbelt without second-guessing it. You have the information. You have the action plan. That knowledge gives you confidence and peace of mind.That's what I want for you when it comes to protecting your children from sexual abuse.

Here's the truth most people don't want to talk about:

Child sexual abuse is prevalent. But, it's also PREVENTABLE!

And parents who aren't educated about prevention are at greater risk. Not because they don't love their children fiercely.

But because no one taught them what to look for or how to start these conversations.

I know this because I lived it.

On both sides.

My story started with panic.

My oldest son was four years old, about to attend summer day camp. I didn't know everyone at the daycare. I didn't know if the teen volunteers were safe. And I hadn't taught my child how to tell me if something went wrong or if someone made him uncomfortable.

I had so many fears. I felt powerless.

So I started researching abuse prevention. At first, I felt empowered. Finally, I had tools. Finally, I had language.

But then something unexpected happened.

The learning triggered me. Hard. Suppressed memories from my own childhood surfaced. Suddenly, I wasn't just a mom trying to protect her son. I was a survivor, finally acknowledging what had happened to me.

Teaching my kids body safety while managing my own anxiety? It was one of the hardest things I've ever done.

But here's what I discovered:

Healing takes time. It requires courage.

And that courage? It builds resilience.

I went from anxious, nervous, and panicked to calmer, more confident, and prepared.

Not overnight. Not perfectly. But steadily.

My oldest is now 14.

He understands consent. He knows how to use his voice. He feels safe telling me when something feels off.

And I have peace of mind knowing I've created a safer environment for him and my other two children.

I'm no longer just a survivor. I'm a thriver.

And I want the same for you.

Whether you're a survivor yourself or simply a parent who wants to be proactive, you're in the right place.

My approach is simple but powerful. I call it the 50/50 Framework:

50% is teaching kids safety skills
50% is teaching the adults around our kids about body safety and family rules

Because real protection happens when we create a safer community of adults around our children.

I help parents go from unprepared and anxious to informed and confident so they can dramatically reduce the risk of abuse.

A few things you should know about me:

I'm a mom of three. A wife, daughter, and sister. I was born in El Salvador and grew up in New York in a strict, Latino household with a whopping dose of misogyny and dysfunction.

Doing this work has helped heal the women around me and strengthened my family in ways I never imagined.

I'm a fierce advocate for child rights and survivor rights.

I'm not perfect. I've made mistakes raising my kids. But I've learned from each one, and I share those insights openly so you don't have to figure it all out alone.

I love this work. Even on the challenging days. Because seeing parents, caregivers, and children become empowered? That's the greatest gift that keeps on giving.

When I'm not working, you'll find me playing board games with my kids, hiking, taking photos (one of my early career loves), swimming, ice skating, or dancing.

My Work & Credentials...

I'm a child sexual abuse prevention educator and specialist. I'm also the founder of CONSENTparenting™, host of the AboutCONSENT™ podcast, and creator of CONSENTwear™.

Through my work, I've helped thousands of parents move from fear to empowerment through workshops, programs, and content across multiple platforms.

My Instagram community has grown to over 180,000 engaged followers who are committed to creating safer homes and communities for children.

But my favorite place to be is over on Substack, and I invite you to connect with me there!

Speaking & Advocacy

I'm a 2x TEDx speaker, having presented on dismantling rape culture (2021) and creating consent culture (2022) at TEDxOneonta.

I'm a Co-founder of the Brave Movement to End Childhood Sexual Violence and Co-founder of the Survivors Council of Canada.

Training & Certifications

I'm certified in the Canadian Centre for Child Protection® COMMIT TO KIDS® Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Training Program and am an Authorized Facilitator of the Stewards Of Children® Training by Darkness to Light®. I'm also a Certified Practitioner of the Conscious Parenting Coaching Method® from Dr. Shefali Tsabary's CPCM Institute.

Podcast & Upcoming Books

On the AboutCONSENT™ podcast, I interview experts in mental wellness, trauma, and fellow survivors/thrivers. Notable guests include Alyssa Milano and Amanda Mustard, and the show continues to grow with dedicated listeners seeking knowledge and community.

I'm currently working on two books set to release in 2027 and 2028: a prevention guide for parents and a children's book series about secrets.

Watch My TEDx Talk

My second TEDx talk on the topic of Consent, Kids & Culture, where I talk about what consent really is and how it interplays in our day-to-day lives.

September 2022

In 2023, I was named a Verywell Mind 25 Mental Health Champion Honoree for my work in centering the healing journey of parents with lived experience.

As a daughter of a survivor and a sister of a survivor, I come at this work with a history of compassion and understanding for what parents face when doing this prevention work.