Sex education often struggles to capture attention—students can be too shy to engage, and sometimes educators feel the same way. So, how do you meaningfully communicate the realities of parenting to teens who are navigating their own emotional rollercoasters?
One entertaining solution could be the Try Guys’ five-part series, where they dive into the world of motherhood. These guys don a heavy, 20-pound pregnancy belly, deal with messy diapers, and even tend to a fussy robotic baby. But the most eye-opening and downright hilarious moment comes when they undergo simulations of labor pain.
In this particular segment, the four men are connected to a machine designed to mimic the contractions of labor. Spoiler alert: it hurts—a lot! Each participant has electrodes placed on various parts of their body, including their abdomen, back, and, well, let’s just say they felt it all. They also receive some pretty graphic information about labor and C-sections, leaving them both shocked and enlightened.
During the simulation, all four of them resorted to the safe word “epidural” to signal a stop—something I might have done too, if I were in their shoes! They were fortunate not to learn that the anesthesiologist might be tied up in an emergency C-section, like I was.
As the video wraps up, one of the guys turns to the camera, visibly amazed, and declares, “Your mom is the toughest person in the universe. No matter who you are, your mom is tougher than you.” Then, they each express gratitude toward their moms. Even if the teens don’t walk away scared enough to take birth control seriously, at least they might develop a newfound appreciation for their mothers. That’s a win-win!
For further reading on pregnancy and home insemination, you can check out this excellent resource from the NICHD. And if you’re interested in at-home options, consider visiting Make a Mom, which offers a comprehensive guide to artificial insemination kits.
In summary, the Try Guys’ approach to sex education makes the topic more relatable and engaging, providing both humor and a glimpse into the realities of parenthood.