The Habit Coach with Ashdin Doctor Redefining Sex Education for Kids with Anju Kish
Jun 5, 2024
In this discussion, Anju Kish, a certified Sexuality Educator, emphasizes that sex education for children goes beyond the mechanics of sex. She advocates for open communication about topics like consent, body safety, and puberty, starting from a young age. Anju highlights the importance of teaching children to assert their boundaries and fostering trust with parents. Exploring the need to break taboos around puberty and female experiences, she encourages informed dialogue that supports healthy transitions into adulthood.
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Early Sex Education
- Start sex education early and teach children the correct names for all body parts, including genitals.
- Discuss privacy, boundaries, and consent from a young age to establish a foundation for future conversations.
Safe and Unsafe Touch
- Use "safe touch" and "unsafe touch" instead of "good touch" and "bad touch" to avoid confusion.
- An unsafe touch can sometimes feel good, making the old terminology misleading.
Discussing Puberty
- Introduce puberty to children by comparing their bodies to an adult's, noting differences like height, hair, and voice.
- Frame the discussion around natural changes that occur with age.