Tuesday, January 8, 2008

Teach your child values early

Here is some tips I found while surfing the net about educating your kids early regarding sex. I thought they really made sense.

Source: http://www.poconorecord.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080106/NEWS/801060312

Start early. Once kids hit the teen years, their friends and the media can take over as their source of information. Talking to kids early, before outside influences take over can help to keep the trust and communication lines open. Go to your kids to talk about sex; don't wait for them to come to you. Hearing sensitive topics from a reliable source is better than hearing it on the streets or TV. Values need to be included in the conversation, and that may not be the case if it is from an outside source. Make sure that your kids know that you believe in an open environment. Make sure that they know that they can come to you with any questions or concerns that might arise in their lives and that you have unconditional love for them. Teach your children what you value and what your morals are.

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