How to Explain Wet Dreams Nocturnal emissions or “wet dreams” are a part of becoming a full grown male. Not for every kid, but for most, and the sooner you fill him in, the more likely he won’t think he wet the bed if it happens. Let him know by age 10 or so and […]
Mom Needs Help Explaining Why Boys Get Erections
He then asked me why it happens. and I froze. What should I have said?
How to Talk About: Sexting
Beginner Sometimes people will text or post naked pictures of themselves or other people. Your body is private and it’s not okay or safe to do this. Please tell me if you or one of your friends does this or sees a picture like this. You won’t be in trouble and I’ll make sure […]
How to Talk About: Swearing and Sexual Talk
It’s developmentally typical for kids test out potty talk, swearing and to talk about sex and sexual stuff with their peers. Some families have a “say anything” zone in the car. This allows kids to say anything they want without getting in trouble. It’s a great way to eavesdrop and find out what’s on their […]
How to Talk About: The Neighborhood Sex Offender
Thanks to the internet it’s easy to look up the neighborhood sex offenders. Knowing who they are, what they look like and the block they live on can be a good thing. Having this information, however, does little or nothing to protect your kids and goes a long way towards making you a paranoid freak. […]
