Parents want what’s best for their children.
One proven way of helping our children make healthy and responsible decisions about sex is by having positive communication with them. We know it’s not always easy to talk about important topics like puberty, sex, sexuality, sexual orientation, and relationships.
We hope these pages give you the facts and tools you need to talk openly with your children about sex.
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As parents, we must meet all children’s needs until they learn how to take care of themselves.
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Knowing what information is age-appropriate for children is important when talking with your children about sex.
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For many of us, it's hard to talk about sex — especially with our own children.
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Puberty can be a challenging time for children and their parents. Families who know what to expect and who talk about puberty together will find this time easier.
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There are many websites, books, and other resources to help you talk with your children about sexuality — no matter if you’ve already begun talking with them and want help answering specific questions, or if you don’t know how to start the discussion.
- Teen Talk
- Tools for Parents
- Tools for Educators
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Did You Know ...
We are all sexual. We are sexual from the day we are born until the day we die.
