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Life Kit: Parenting

How to talk to kids about sex, bodies and consent

Feb 5, 2024
Explore how to talk to kids about sex, bodies, and consent, promoting healthy body awareness and confidence, fostering understanding and consent, shifting to a positive approach in sexual education, and encouraging kids to explore and appreciate their bodies.
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Quick takeaways

  • Teaching children accurate names for their private parts is crucial for proper sex education, ensuring they understand and feel comfortable with their bodies.
  • Introducing consent and boundaries through everyday interactions helps kids learn to communicate desires confidently and understand mutual respect.

Deep dives

Using Accurate Terminology for Body Parts and Sex Education

Teaching children accurate names for their private parts is crucial for proper sex education. Parents are advised to use factual and concise language when discussing anatomy with kids, ensuring they understand and feel comfortable with their bodies. This approach aims to normalize discussions about sexuality and eliminate misconceptions from an early age.

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