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Empowering Children: Body Autonomy and Consent
This chapter explores the essential topic of teaching children about body autonomy and consent, emphasizing the importance of listening to their feelings in physical interactions. It discusses the societal pressures that may lead children to override their comfort for the sake of pleasing adults and offers practical strategies for parents to support their child's understanding of consent. The conversation highlights the role of shared parental responsibility in fostering a safe environment for children to express their needs and boundaries.