2007-03-24 08:31:30 · 7 answers · asked by Mz. CeCe ;) 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
I started talking to my kids honestly at birth so that I wouldn't feel uncomfortable and they wouldn't feel uncomfortable.
Just tell your child the truth. yeah it feels good but it is better between two people who truly love one another. The chances are greater to contract a STD if you have multiple sex partners. Give them the options of Birth Control that are available.
Tell them how to avoid getting into a situation they are not ready for to use double dates, to try not to be put in a situation where it would be easy for things to go to far.
Tell them how to cool off a situation if they feel it is going farther than they want it to, Practice what you are going to say before you talk to your kid the more comfortable you are the more likely your kid will contribute to the conversation.
Explain that some people don't and wont date people they know have been sexual.
If there is an older male cousin brother or sister, include them in the conversation so that the child wont feel like they are on the spot. They can also add a lot of input and give the child a second person to go to if necessary.
The most important thing is to talk to your child make sure he or she knows what to do and knows that you want them to come to you if and when they make the decision so that you can get them the protection they need.
You can pick up pamplets from the health department and from planned parent hood to look over and read befor you have the conversation. You need to be prepared to answer any and all the questions your child has.
2007-03-24 09:11:32 · answer #1 · answered by angie 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
By being honest and age appropriate. A young child does not need to know as many details as a high schooler. I let my daughters know that feelings are normal. we discussed how sex is meant to be shared and cherished not handed out freely. we also talked about the consequences of unprotected sex, stds and kids. they have seen their cousin alter her life plans after an unexpected pregnancy. she had to drop out of college and move back home. now four years later she is almost done with her degree. best thing for your kids is to be honest and open. i am proud that my 15 year old still talks to me and plans to remain a virgin until marriage.
2007-03-24 16:18:49 · answer #2 · answered by MamaJ 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't unless they ask. Most parents don't know it, but they probably know everything already, from sex ed at school and the pervs in their grade.
2007-03-24 19:41:55 · answer #3 · answered by April 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
be truthful,explain the consequences of bad decisions,and the good things about sex.
2007-03-24 15:38:17 · answer #4 · answered by parkituse j 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
straight forward be open with you kids be thier "friend" and try to make conections as a teenager myself i know and me and my parents are very close so just try to be open and don't give up to everything your child wants stay stern but be a friend
2007-03-24 15:42:43 · answer #5 · answered by arabianprincess0624 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You be honest with them. Let them ask questions and let them know that if they do have questions, that they can come to you with them.
2007-03-24 15:38:25 · answer #6 · answered by ck1_k 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
wait till they ask and just tell them the truth!
2007-03-24 15:38:08 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋