Do you have pet names for your kids genitals, or do you advocate that they learn the proper names for their private bits at an early age? Personally, Im working on teaching Melody the proper bits. Right now she refers to the whole thing as her butt. Knowing and being comfortable with using the proper terminology can help especially if someone inappropriately touches them, and can make it very clear if theyre not coming to you with the information, but instead going to a teacher or a daycare provider to tell them what happened. Theyre more easily understood if they use terminology that anyone can understand. Its also important to have good touch, bad touch talks and/or make it clear where people are and are not allowed to touch them ONLY with consent. If they dont want to be touched by someone, no matter where it is, it shouldnt be forced on them, period. I shared an article awhile back about family members forcing hugs and kisses on little girls. I dont remember the exact article, but it made it clear that it isnt okay to teach your children that they need to allow other people to give them hugs and kisses or touch them without their permission or when theyre reluctant. It doesnt make them stingy or rude or mean - it just means they dont want to be touched and thats okay.
Posted on: Sat, 25 Jan 2014 14:20:14 +0000
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