Is it okay to show 7-Year-Old “Real Life” Pictures of Bodies, Sex And Birth? Hi Amy! My seven-year-old boy is VERY interested in sex! I don’t see any signs of anxiety in him, but have to admit that I feel anxious about the fact that my seven-(!)-year-old is so curious about it. It’s hard not […]
Girl Won’t Keep Her Clothes On
How do we encourage our daughter to dress more appropriately without making her self-conscious about her body? Hi Amy – My wife and I have appreciated your brilliant parenting advice over the years. We’re stumped about a new topic. Our 7yo daughter is not big on wearing clothes around the house. She usually sleeps in […]
Self Pleasure & Your Preschooler – What To Do When it Happens
It’s completely normal for little kids to explore their bodies and touch their privates. Self-pleasure (masturbation) is one of the ways children learn about sexuality. And guess what? It feels really, really great! Young kids touch their privates because it feels good. That’s it. It’s relaxing, self-soothing and feels lovely. It is not bad, shameful […]
Helping Elementary Kids Navigate Crushes & Peer Pressure
How do I help my elementary school tween navigate crushes, peer pressure and other social stuff? Hey Amy! Do you have any resources regarding talking with kids who are in elementary school tween phase and navigating the social stuff around crushes? Our school just had a pretty significant collective issue with this around a group […]
8 And 10-Year-Old Boys Might Be Rubbing Privates
What To Say To Stop It Hi Amy! I just listened to your expert series via Amy McReady’s website. I have two boys who are 8 and 10. Occasionally, I hear them say, “Let’s lay on top of each other (fully clothed).” I am worried they are rubbing their privates on each other. What do […]
