How I Approached the Sex Subject With My Child
This is too important a discussion to not have. I just sat down each of my kids and told them the truth.
The Major Points I Made
How reproduction works and ways to prevent babies and sexually transmitted infections. I also let them know what I expected of them. Yet, I stressed that if they made different choices, I would still be here to support and respect them.
Advice
- Your kids need to know what your values are, so hopefully, the follow suit. Plus, they need to know that they can come to you with questions.
How Old Was Your Child When You Had the Sex Talk?
My daughter was 11. My sons were 12.
What Questions Did Your Kids Ask You?
A whole bunch! Surprisingly, most were about the topic of birth control.
How Were You Feeling During the Sex Talk?
Matter of fact! I looked at this talk like a business meeting - one that demanded my utmost attention and sincerity.
What Surprised You the Most? Any Regrets?
I don't have any major regrets. Maybe I could have been more versed on contraceptive methods (I was by the time I had the talk for the third time). Overall, I knew that this was important to do and looked at it as another one of my responsibilities of raising smart, independant adults.
