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17 Health “Lies” Parents Still Believe (But Really Shouldn’t), According To Pediatricians


8.

“STOP with the delayed and/or scientifically incorrect sex education. Parents need to take responsibility for making sure their kids learn about puberty, bodily autonomy, and consent (in sexual and non-sexual situations) BEFORE they encounter that information in the real world. Be non-judgmental (and get over your own icks first).”

“Teach it early and with scientific accuracy (don’t be afraid to use the anatomically correct words for things, like penis and vagina). If this is done right, it will lay the groundwork for kids to have a healthy relationship with their bodies, empower them with knowledge about a basic human function, remove some of the shame/embarrassment surrounding these topics, give them the terminology to express themselves, AND create long-term trusting communication between them and the parents who educated them.” 

—Anonymous, 38, New York

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