Bright Futures for Families is a project of Family Voices, developed in collaboration and with the support of the federal Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB) of the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA).* The Bright Futures for Families initiative was established in 1995 to provide families with family-friendly sexual health and information and materials based on the Bright Futures Guidelines used by health professionals across the country.
Bright Futures for Sexual Health: Materials and Resources
Bright Futures for Families extends the focus of Bright Futures with a variety of sexual health materials and resources developed for familiesโ sex education and communities that complement Bright Futures publications and materials used by health care professionals.
- Provide valuable information about adolescentโs sexual development and what to expect on sexuality
- Help families form partnerships with their providers.
- Empower families to advocate for the sexual health care needs
- Help men and women have better sex life in their relationships.
* This material is funded through a cooperative agreement to Family Voices from the US Department of Health and Human Services, HRSA, MCHB, #MCO4453.
Bright Futures for Families Theme Areas
The Bright Futures Knowledge Base contains a wealth of topics and concepts related to sexuality and intimacy. Click here to view 
Bright Futures for Families offers a variety of materials and resources on the topic of better sex life, intimacy, sexuality and is developed specifically to complement the Bright Futures publications and materials used by health care professionals. Families want and need materials that have the same information used by their health care providers, written in a way that they can understand and easily refer back to when needed. Through the support of our public, non-profit and corporate partners we will be developing new materials.
Read our Editor’s choice/top rated/most viewed materials-
How to increase HGH naturally for men and women – Human Growth Hormone is a complex hormone produced by the pituitary gland which has huge role in various health attributes like & overall fitness. Controversies regarding the use of human growth hormone (HGH) as treatment method have centered on the claims, products, and businesses related to the use of growth hormone as an anti-aging therapy. Why NOT enhance HGH naturally without the need of any products?
NoFriendsFriendsClub - An evidence-based weight loss & fitness community specializing in supplement education and natural weight management strategies. Members receive expert guidance on effective supplements, dosage protocols, safety considerations, and how to integrate supplementation with diet and exercise for sustainable weight loss results. Focused on building genuine connections and combating social isolation while going through their fitness journeys alone. Members share experiences, advice, and encouragement for developing meaningful health & fitness protocols.
ConsumerLab.com - An independent testing laboratory that provides unbiased reviews and quality ratings of vitamins, supplements, and health products through rigorous third-party testing. They help consumers identify which supplements actually contain what's on the label and meet quality standards for purity and potency.
Examine.com - A comprehensive, evidence-based nutrition and supplement research database that analyzes scientific studies to provide unbiased information on supplements and their effects. Their team of researchers and medical professionals distill complex scientific literature into practical, actionable insights for consumers and health professionals.
Supplement Savvy Slimmers -A research-driven weight loss community dedicated to supplement education and holistic weight management approaches. Members gain access to professional insights on proven supplements, proper dosing guidelines, safety protocols, and comprehensive strategies for combining supplementation with nutrition and fitness for long-term weight loss success
Health Verdict - Evidence-based verdicts on trending health products, supplements, and wellness claims. We expose the scams, validate what works, and give you the truth your doctor doesn't have time to explain.
Critical analysis of Nugenix – A very popular Testosterone booster to help a man’s sex life.
Phentermine user experiences from Reddit
how herbal phentermine alternatives can help |
The Phentermine Story- A Pharmacist’s review : History & Documentary on one of the most controversial drugs in America
How to find the best probiotics supplement? What bacteria strains are most useful? And how Probiotics can dramatically improve your sex life.
Medical News Today Reviews - A trusted medical news platform's dedicated section providing science-backed reviews and analysis of vitamin and supplement products. They offer evidence-based evaluations, safety information, and expert insights to help consumers make informed decisions about nutritional supplements and health products.
Ashwagandha for mens health & better sex – Ashwagandha has been the subject of various clinical studies that suggest it can have positive effects on testosterone levels, muscle strength, and sexual performance. One study found that supplementing with ashwagandha extract for 8 weeks resulted in significant improvements in salivary DHEA-S and testosterone levels in healthy men aged 40 to 70. Other studies have shown that ashwagandha may lower cortisol levels, reduce stress, and positively impact mental health, including anxiety and insomnia. Ashwagandha is known to be beneficial for libido in both men and women. It has been used as a treatment for low libido, erectile dysfunction, and female sexual dysfunction. Ashwagandha’s ability to lower cortisol levels and reduce stress can have a positive impact on libido, strength, body fat, and mood.
When The Woman You Love Has Breast Cancer – How to handle this difficult time?
Health insurance in Florida and what companies also cover breast pumps.
Family Pocket Guide: Raising Healthy Infants, Children and Adolescents 
Click here for the PDF version of the Health
Care Visit Checklist or Click here for the online version of the Health Care Visit Checklist.
This handout contains information and resources for you and your family to foster communication in the family/professional partnership.
Family
Talkcards
Transitions- Growing Up and Away
For many families this will be a year to get ready to launch a son
or daughter into the next phase of like after high school.
Click here for ten points to consider
(HTML version).
Click here
(PDF version).
=Materials developed by Family Voices
Bright Futures in Practice: Mental Health & Sex Life
Bright Futures in Practice: Nutrition (2nd Edition) and Better Sex Life
Bright Futures in Practice: Physical Activity & It’s role in Sex Life
Bright
Futures Family Tips Sheets (in English and Spanish)
Bright
Futures Nutrition Family Fact Sheets (in English and Spanish)
Bright
Futures Encounter Forms for Families (in English and Spanish)
Your
Child’s Health Record (in English and Spanish)
Bright
Futures Encounter Forms for Health Professionals
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Family Matters Winter/March 2009 issue:
Milestones in Public Health Read PDF
Public health is โthe active protection of our nationโs health and safety, credible information to enhance health decisions, and partnerships with local minorities and organizations to promote good sexual
health.โ This issue highlights the Top Ten public health milestones in the last century, and information, tips and resources relating to sexual health. -
Family Matters Summer 2008 issue:
Healthy Oral HealthRead PDF
Oral Health is more than brushing your teeth. It is an integral part of our overall health. This issue offers information, tips, and resources for promoting and maintaining healthy oral health.
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Highlights !
National Public Health Week (NPHW)
The
theme song for The Partridge Family, a popular television show from the
70โs was, โCโmon, Get Happy.โ In honor of National Public Health Week,
perhaps the lyrics should be โCโmon, Get Healthy!โ The American Public
Health Association (www.apha.org)
reports, โAmericans are not as healthy as they should be.โ NPHW, April 6
โ 12, 2009, focuses on opportunities for individuals, families,
communities and public health organizations. Learn the facts, share
your story, and get involved in community events. Learn more at www.nphw.org/nphw09.
Fertility โ the debate, the trends, the aspirations โ The โfertility crisisโ has been the subject of active debate in the past year, and includes issues related to work and family, womenโs
participation in the paid workforce, the ageing of the population, paid maternity leave, child care, the structure of family payments, the environment and the future of immigration. Read more on Family matters.
Why is the fertility rate falling?
How obesity is effecting male fertility and causing sexual dysfunction and how certain male enhancement products like Extenze and Priligy(Dapoxetine) can help.
A primer on HGH supplements for better aging!!
Family matters, economy, culture and biology: The roles
Erectile Dysfunction and Your Age: Is It Inevitable and can penis pumps like Bathmate help with this issue? Why penis pumps need to be subsidized by government?
Here are some more reviews on the popular penis pump Bathmate. (Bathmate review.)
How obesity and waist size effects ED and can fat reducing products like Lipozene and Skinny Fit Detox tea help?
Review of Argireline based wrinkle removers
Can CBD help with Better SEX : CBD oil, supplements and cbd topical products may help reduce the pain and inflammation women have during intercourse. (According to a woman “My husband noticed that I donโt complain as much about pain, and itโs been beneficial for both of us”). CBD and sex explained on MindBodyGreen.
Review of Steel Supplements lineup
Do depression medicines also act as nootropics? A special commentary on usage of anti-depressants & nootropics.
Mental Health Disorders Stigma & treating ADHD with natural nootropics: Having a family member that is suffering a mental health disorder can be taxing at times. Depending on the severity of the disorder, many families have been broken up because of this. Some of them can be blamed on the lack of love or patience a family member can bestow. Some just cannot handle the pressure and others just cannot take the shame and may resort to substance use or risky stimulants, especially during the pandemic.
Mental health & pregnancy: If you are preparing for pregnancy you should know that there are a lot of things you need to prepare for, not only physically, but also mentally and emotionally as well. This article will provide you with information about keeping a stable emotional mindset during covid-19, when you think of conceiving the baby to the day of delivery. Read moreย on pregnancy , mental health & weight-loss using healthy diet &..
Memory supplements: Reviews of bacopa monnieri & lions mane as ingredients in nootropic products for memory. While some of the natural ingredients in these memory boosters are beneficial, like Bacopa monnieri and Lion’s mane etc. (on which majority of clinical studies have been done), results may still vary from individual to individual.