Teaching Your Children About Sex: What to Teach When 7-12 Years

Basic Information

• Basics of contraception
• Basics of reproduction, pregnancy, and childbirth
• Masturbation is common and not associated with long term problems but should be done in private
• Risks of sexual activity (pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases)
• What to expect and how to cope with the changes of puberty (including menstruation and wet dreams)

Safety Information

• Dating rules
• How to maintain safety and personal boundaries when chatting or meeting people online
• How to recognize and avoid risky social situations
• Sexual abuse may or may not involve touch