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Parents are still the primary source of sexuality education for their children. Becoming a safe and compassionate source of sexual health information for your child helps them build a foundation for understanding their sexual identity and what constitutes a healthy relationship. This section will help you learn about the importance of talking with your child and the stages of child development, so you feel better prepared to talk with your child. You'll also find tips on communication and keeping your child safe online.

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Talking to Your Children About Sex and Sexuality

Talking to Your Children About Sex and Sexuality Becoming a safe and compassionate source of sexual health information for your child is a task that s...

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Stages of Child Sexual Development: Ages 18 and Older

Even once your child is an adult, they may still have questions about parenting, relationships, childbirth or other topics.

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Stages of Child Sexual Development: Ages 13-17

Ages 13-17: TeenagersSexuality education is an ongoing and evolving discussion that changes as your child grows. Even once your child is an adult, the...

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Stages of Child Sexual Development: Ages 9-12

Ages 9-12: Pre-TeensSexuality education is an ongoing and evolving discussion that changes as your child grows. Even once your child is an adult, they...

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Stages of Child Sexual Development: Ages 6-8

Ages 6-8: Elementary SchoolA parent's role in their child's sexual development starts the day they are born. Sexuality education is an ongoing and evo...

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Stages of Child Sexual Development: Ages 3-5

Ages 3-5: PreschoolersA parent's role in their child's sexual development starts the day they are born. Sexuality education is an ongoing and evolving...

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Stages of Child Sexual Development: Ages 0-3

Ages 0-3: Infants and ToddlersA parent's role in their child's sexual development starts the day they are born. Sexuality education is an ongoing and ...

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Resources for Parents of Children with Autism

Puberty and relationships can have specific challenges for autistic youth. We gathered a list of resources to help autistic youth and their parents, families and caregivers feel more comfortable and confident.

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Talking to Children with Developmental Disabilities about Sex

Every person needs love and intimacy. It is a human right to express and receive affection and love and explore one’s sexuality. This is true for ch...

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Communication Tips for Parents

It's not easy, but it's important to talk with our kids about sex and sexuality. What makes it harder is that the conversation is more that one talk, ...

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Online and Media Safety

Online and Media SafetyAs children and youth spend more time online, it is important that parents talk about online safety. Sometimes it is easy to fe...

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