I am trying to find a way to discuss the birds and the bees with my 12 year old boy. Any suggestions?
I am trying to find a way to discuss the birds and the bees with my 12 year old boy. Any suggestions?
It has recently been brought to my attention that my son is getting up there in age and I have not yet had "the talk" with him. A bit more background here. I honestly don't know where or how to begin.
What do you think? How would you approach it? Have you had the talk with your child yet? How do you think you did?
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» The Talk ... Last Reply: 5 months ago by Scrivs.
Thank you for the feedback. The consensus seems to be, be direct and sure. This is what brought me here.
Now I am planning to set up a father son day. Have a bit of fun, talk about various things. I think I am going to ease him and myself into it. I was aware that this will be the first talk of possibly many. I am not scared, I just don't want to spook him. I have a habit of being too direct sometimes.
I learned that any awkwardness he might feel may be a result of my own malaise. Didn't even think about demonstrating proper condom use and a discussion about other methods of birth control might be in order, possibly as part of one to the subsequent talks. In one of my comments the subjects of peer pressure, the gravity of sex and being prepared and emotionally equipped to deal with the act.
I am also going to see about getting him some reading material and encourage him to seek out additional material.
No one had this talk with me. My mother's attempt to educate my little brother was purchasing a economy box of Trojans and being like "Here!" I see too many confusing messages in our lives. If I am confused by some of the adult behavior, I can imagine what he feels.
I believe I am ready. I just wanted to see how my ideas of what I wanted to discuss with him differed from those of others. I didn't want to be like Scrivs mom. I might have been direct and to the point but my awkwardness would have come afterwards. I would have felt as though the conversation was incomplete. I am ready though. It's been a long time coming.
I truly do appreciate you guys giving me your feedback. I will keep you guys posted.