is it normal for a 4 yr old to talk about and/or think about sex.
2006-06-30 10:51:11 · 16 answers · asked by KMMT ^_^ 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
it's a she!
2006-06-30 10:55:29 · update #1
it's not my child! It's a family member!
2006-06-30 10:59:01 · update #2
How can he help not thinking and talking about sex. It is emphasized everywhere on television and so forth. He probably does not understand all of what he is hearing but he will repeat everything that comes into his ears. The worst thing would be to get angry and tell him that sex is bad. That starts a lifetime of trouble. There is some very good information out there that will help you to talk to your child about sex even at his age. He will find out about sex sooner rather than later and it is best that he learns it from his parents(s) instead of from others who might not have the same set of values or the right information to give him. Try starting with the article at
2006-06-30 11:05:55 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 8⤊ 2⤋
So this child has found out about something new, and you're wondering if its natural for a naturally inqusitive creature to be curious about it? *LOL*
Be frank, but not graphic, with the kid. (with the parents permission, of course)
Parents should always be honest about anything-- including sex and drugs-- from an early age. Kids are finding crack needles in playgrounds these days. They can see what's on TV, magazines, billboards... sex is everywhere. The child will find out one way or another... wouldn't you rather it be from family?
2006-06-30 19:24:17 · answer #2 · answered by MamaBear 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wouldn't say it's "the usual" 4-yr old conversation, but then you have to consider the environment this child is in and what they watch on TV.
2006-06-30 17:55:37 · answer #3 · answered by Starr 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really isnt all that normal for children that young to talk or even know about sex....being curious about their bodies is normal...but talking/thinking about sex is not.....I would be seriously concerened as to where the child learned about sex...it could be a possible child abuse case (molestation?)
2006-06-30 18:13:45 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First how long has this been going on. Does he/she get attention when they talk about it. Maybe they are doing it because everyone pays attention to them when they do.
Do you think they understand what they are talking about or just repeating what they heard?
I would play it very "low key" (it's not normal). Let them know what is appropriate to talk about. Try to change their interest and "reward" them with your attention when they talk about something else.
2006-06-30 18:00:05 · answer #5 · answered by Gregory B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
she probably has seen this happening or heard others talking about it. i think its normal as long as she doesnt take it farther than just talking. someone needs to sit down with her and tell her thats not something that she should be talking about.
2006-06-30 19:14:16 · answer #6 · answered by ~Tan~Lines~ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its not normal but if her parents told her about maybe its fine to them but if she learned it from some where else its not fine and all and u should have this checked out.
2006-07-01 00:44:20 · answer #7 · answered by damn_that_chick_thick17 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would have to ask if that child is being messed with because no at that age they shouldn't know about sex unless they see it or if they are being involved in it.
2006-06-30 22:15:45 · answer #8 · answered by lkng4lv14892@verizon.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say that he is being exposed to something he shouldn't be. Toddlers aren't usually aware of sex unless they've been exposed to it.
2006-06-30 17:56:21 · answer #9 · answered by maigen_obx 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
um no she should not be talkin about sex or even thinking about it she needs a shrink and shame on whoever taught her that
2006-06-30 18:47:32 · answer #10 · answered by mommyof3 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋