Are You Teaching Your Child?

Are you the one teaching your child about sexual intimacy? I believe it is important that parents teach their children about sex, rather than rely on school programs that may go against one's beliefs. You are the only one who can teach your child in the way you want them to learn about it. Schools are generally teaching sex education in younger grades than many parents want them to. They are also becoming more liberal in what they teach children in school about sex, such as same gender sexual intimacy. More often, parents are not even allowed to opt their children out of these classes. In some parts of California, parents are not allowed to be contacted by teachers about when their children will start having sex ed classes, and they are not allowed to take their children out of the class. It is scary to me that these rights are being taken away from parents. Schools should not have the right to do this without parental consent. That is why I suggest having a good relationship with your child, so you know what they are learning in school, and when they are learning it.

It may be uncomfortable, or even embarrassing, to talk about sex with your child. Just know that it will greatly benefit your child in the future, if you teach them in a safe and loving environment. You do not have to disclose specific details, but let them know that it is a beautiful and loving process for a person to become closer with their spouse, and to be able to bring children into the world. There are many resources available to parents about what to teach children at specific ages. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints has a wonderful guide for parents specifically about this. Know about your options; be educated yourself. I know that if you teach your child personally about sex will greatly benefit them. It is also a way to have an even greater relationship with your child. Be involved in your children's lives, and educate them the best way possible.

 Here is the link for the Parent's Guide from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints: https://www.lds.org/manual/a-parents-guide?lang=eng