i don't even fluff the truth up any . they ask , i tell , no BS .
2006-11-02 03:25:03 · 15 answers · asked by jsjmlj 5 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
as young as possible . as soon as they can understand . the question doesn't matter .
2006-11-02 03:32:26 · update #1
as long as its a age appropriate answer, the truth and all, but words and answers chosen carefully, I think its a good thing.
2006-11-02 03:27:05 · answer #1 · answered by shrimpseys 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The truth is always a good idea. Daddy used to say that the nice thing about telling the truth is that it's the only story you'll ever have to remember.
That said, be careful what truths you tell you kids. Not because they can't handle it or won't understand it. Be careful what truths you tell your kids because incredible stories and secrets (be they real or just perceived) are the currency of childhood relationships. What you tell your kids will get passed around their school quicker than a cold germ.
Guaranteed.
2006-11-02 11:44:19 · answer #2 · answered by Christina D 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Its great!
my mum is a doctor and brought us up telling us the truth about everything and not only did that not lead to us being statistics it also lead to us being able to make rational and mature choices by a very early age.
Doing it tactfully will ensure your children dont lose their innocence too early but telling them how it is will prepare them for the Big Bad World, and also the beautiful things that will come and that they deserve, especially if they are female or from a minority group.
2006-11-02 11:30:34 · answer #3 · answered by Nokuthula M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was a single dad, and I always told my kids the truth about everything. I didn't sugar coat anything. About not having money for Christmas, about losing a job, mot having enough mone for many things, about grandparents being sick or passing. I learned early on kids are not dumb, when something is going on they know. They worry a lot less, and they like they are part of the process of dealing with any situation when they know whats going on around them. And they learn how to deal with problems as adults. My kids are grown now, and they often tell me the appreciated my being honest with them when they were kids.
2006-11-02 23:45:16 · answer #4 · answered by bonobo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm all for it.I tell my children the truth when they ask things.How ever I tell them the age appropriate truth. What I mean is When my 4 year old son asked me how I got the baby in my tummy I told him the truth.I just left out the gory details.
2006-11-02 13:06:30 · answer #5 · answered by blue_eyed_brat78 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think you should lie to your kids, but at a young age I try to be careful how I explain things. In a way they can understand, but not get upset. I believe if you lie to your kids, and they find out the truth, they might not believe you anymore.
2006-11-02 12:12:50 · answer #6 · answered by purpledragonflyjrh 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on several factors such as their age and what the truth is. I'm not saying to lie to them, but that some things may not be age appropriate or even of any concern to them.
2006-11-02 11:28:32 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it's fine as long as you don't go too far with it. Just answer the question with out a lot of detail, if they need more, they will ask. They are pretty easy to satisfy with answers, depending on their age, and as long as you have optomistic views and are not racist, sexist etc.
2006-11-02 11:31:33 · answer #8 · answered by dogriver 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thats what I do. Some people think its bad but I won't lie to my kids. If its a question they are to young to know the answer, I tell them that when they are older I'll answer it.
2006-11-02 11:28:28 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's probably okay. Just be sure to only answer what they are asking, and don't go beyond their curiosity. They'll have more questions in due time. No need to overwhelm them.
2006-11-02 11:27:18 · answer #10 · answered by ifyousaysooooooooooo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋