you
You
YOU
your
Your
to
To
the
The
THE
• Meg Meeker, MD – Raising Strong-Willed TeensA strong-willed teen will fight every step of the way as they push boundaries.
• It’s a battle but as the parent, you must win.It’s okay to feel awkward talking to your kids about sex!
• It would be weird if you didn’t.
• Are you unsure of how to talk to your kids about sex?Does it feel so awkward you avoid it like the plague?Are you afraid you’ll say the wrong thing and give your kids the wrong idea about sex?Do you worry that your kids will be traumatized and won’t want to ask you questions down the road?Do you feel like you have no idea what is age-appropriate to tell your kids?Are you concerned that your kids are getting the wrong information at school and from their friendsDoes it feel like all the information out there is too liberal or not in line with your values?Talking to your kids about sex is difficult, uncomfortable and awkward.
• It is for every parent.You are not alone in feeling this way.I know it would be easier to just skip this part of parenting altogether and pretend your child does not need to hear about sex from you.If you don’t teach your kid about sex, someone else will.Establishing an open dialogue with your children about sexuality is essential in teaching them correct principles and helping them respect their bodies.Especially in today’s world, where promiscuity, perversion, and misinformation are EVERYWHERE!Good news— you already have the answers your kids are looking for.I hear from my 13-year-old patients that they think if they don’t have sex by the end of high school, something is wrong with them.They don’t know that sexting isn’t OK.