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Here are expert tips for starting the conversation, plus the best books for every age when it comes to helping kids understand the birds and the bees. Talking about sex with your kids doesn't...
What should kids call their private parts? How do I explain where babies come from? Should I give my child a heads up about puberty? When should we have the "big talk"? Get age-appropriate tips for talking with your child about sex.
When your child is eight or nine, it’s time to start talking about puberty. Kids need to know about the changes that happen to everyone, like growth spurts, pimples, body odor & sweating, oily hair & skin, arm & leg hair thickens, armpit & pubic hair, and hands & feet grow bigger and longer.
Keeping in mind the different answers needed for each age group, what you actually talk about will vary greatly depending on the child’s age. What you say, specifically, will also vary greatly depending on your own values, cultural beliefs, religious beliefs and personal experiences.
There are no pat answers to help you discern when is the time is right for anything from potty training, to talking about the birds-and-bees.
When should you start talking about the birds and the bees? Earlier than you might think. Medically Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD on August 31, 2006. Written by Louanne Cole Weston, PhD. Book...
From recognizing signs of curiosity to using age-appropriate language, learn how to foster a safe environment for open dialogue. Discover practical tips to help build trust and prepare your child for healthy understanding of relationships and emotional connections.
How to Have The Birds and Bees Talk. 1. Initiate. Many doctors recommend teaching kids about their bodies at age four or five. Parents usually panic at an early age, but the earlier you start, the better it gets with time. Research has shown us that children at this age have a very healthy curiosity about how their bodies work.
Children may begin to ask questions about where babies come from around age five or six. This doesn’t need to be an anxiety-filled discussion; keep answers simple and straightforward, without going into too many specifics.
While there isn’t a universal “right age” to have this talk, it’s generally wise to start with age-appropriate conversations early on. Observation is key . If your child is starting to ask questions about where babies come from or showing curiosity about their body, it’s go-time.