1. Start early - don't wait until you think your child is having sex, talk to them way before. However, it's never too late. Even if they are pregnant or already have a child, talk to them about preventing a second unintended pregnancy.
2. Share your values with them - don't be afraid that they are going to think you are uncool or too old fashioned, tell them what your values about sex and dating are and tell them what your expectations of them are. If you don't tell them, how are they supposed to know?
3. Don’t blurt “the talk” out – Use television shows or their friends’ relationships to bring up the subject of dating, relationships, and sex. Ask them questions like, “Do you think Melissa is old enough to have a boyfriend?” or “What do you think about that show, Teen Mom? Some people think it glorifies being a teen mom. What do you think?”
Lastly, it’s natural for kids to run away from conversations about sex and it’s natural for parents to try their best to stay away from the conversation as long as possible. However, they need to know, so if you are not able to talk to your kids about these issues, make sure they have someone else to talk to. The important thing is that they have the opportunity to talk, listen, and learn about the dangers and consequences of being sexually active!
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