I have a 9 year old who has been full of questions about her body. Does anyone have a good way of explaining these things? And when is the best time? I don't want to tell too much too soon.
2007-01-02 02:51:30 · 20 answers · asked by kmom901 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
If she's asking, she's ready.
Check with the school nurse, first, to see what they've already taught.
Answer her questions honestly, but also ask questions back.
Have her tell you what she knows, and you can correct it, and fill in some blanks.
2007-01-02 02:53:53 · answer #1 · answered by phamy76 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since the age of menarche is going down, you may want to think of doing this sooner rather than later! It would be a shame for her to start her period without being informed. There are some sweet and funny children's books on the subject. One has the words: I'm Growing Hair In Funny Places as part of the title. Sorry, I don't know the rest of it. Ask your local librarian or school nurse for some resources. Good luck.
2007-01-02 03:04:32 · answer #2 · answered by bandit 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The age or time at which you should talk to your child about puberty is dependent on your child invidually. It's also dependent on their maturity level. I suggest that you figure this one out on your own because everyone is different, some kids might not even need an in-depth talk.
However, if you do decide that it is time... I'd suggest just being open and honest. Cut the crap and be straightforward and just be friends with your kid.
2007-01-02 02:56:52 · answer #3 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be honest with her. If she's asking questions, she's ready to know. Answer her questions as best as you can, and keep your answers on topic with her questions.
If you are having trouble approaching the topic, local health clinics usually have educational material you can take home to get the conversation going in a constructive way. The local library should also have some good materials as well.
My parents were always open about sex education. And I am very grateful they were.
2007-01-02 03:07:16 · answer #4 · answered by nmtgirl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think if she is asking questions she is ready.....i started puberty when i was 9....and my mom didn't give me the talk to i was scared because i had no idea what was happening to me...i think you could talk to a doctor about some good ways to explain puberty to her and maybe look for books she can read or that you can read with her just so she wont be scared when she does start changing.....good luck
here is a site i found hope it helps
2007-01-02 02:59:36 · answer #5 · answered by first time mommy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I remember very clearly being taught about that in 4th grade...thats about 9 years old, right?? She needs to be told now, especially if shes already asking about it. Ya know, some girls even start their periods at about 9 or 10 years old now. You wanna make sure she knows what shes in for escpecially when it comes to that! Check out the links below for some info. www.kidshealth.org may even be something you and your daughter can read together...? Good Luck!
2007-01-02 03:07:31 · answer #6 · answered by Aubrey 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a pair of really good books called "What is happening to my body?" One is for boys and one for girls. They are wonderful! Solid, unbiased facts that open the door to free conversation between parent and child.
Buy your daughter the book and let her look through it. Then offer to look through it with her or answer any questions. You'll get a lot of great help from that book. There is nothing better than the truth.
2007-01-02 03:02:33 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Now is the time because it will happen soon. Most schools also give the "changing bodies" talk in 5th grade but many girls are starting before that.
2007-01-02 06:21:05 · answer #8 · answered by KathyS 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They should cover it in school around that time, no? It's good to let them explain, then talk about it with your children, in case they had any questions in school but were too embarassed to ask. Also, consult your Pedeitrician, I'll bet they'll have a lot of info for you about how to talk to your child about this subject.
2007-01-02 02:55:02 · answer #9 · answered by eric_aixelsyd 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the time to start is the moment they first ask be honest never lie children believe everything you tell them and lies can end in very traumatic experience
basically answer any questions they ask if your unsure of an answer tell them that you don't know but will find out most questions are very basic when coming from children and don't need big long explanations and children don't want big explanations
but above all DON'T LIE
2007-01-02 03:45:31 · answer #10 · answered by zzumette 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋