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I personally think the right time to talk to children about this subject is probably when they hit puberty and their bodies start changing. But what do you think is the right age to discuss intimate health with your children? And do you think this sort of conversation at the right age would be beneficial to them?
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Mid to late primary school age
ReplyDeleteChildren are much more aware and girls often start their periods whilst still in primary
Depends on the child too
I think around year 5 is a good age
ReplyDeleteStart from infancy onwards, teaching age-appropriate basics and building on knowledge as they grow.
ReplyDeleteI think from the age of 9 is a good time.
ReplyDelete9-10 years old knowledge is always good so asap with my children so they understand quicker the better
ReplyDeleteI think between 9 and 10 years old. I think discussion makes it less taboo and will make things seem more normal.
ReplyDeleteI don't have any kids but about 10 I suppose
ReplyDeleteI think it really depends on the child, but maybe around 12-13 seems to be about right. I think it will help them become more confident and secure in their own bodies x
ReplyDeletewhen they are 13 because they are teenagers now.
ReplyDeleteJust before they enter secondary scool
ReplyDeleteI would say about 10 or 11 would be a good time to talk about it and yes, it's good to be open about intimate health so there is no embarrassment or fear.
ReplyDeleteI think around 10 years old before their bodies start to change
ReplyDeleteI agree with you puberty is the best age to start a discussion about intimate health although would still discuss pre puberty if child bought it up for any reason but age appropriate answers
ReplyDeleteI think around 11ish when the child is starting to mature and develop physically and would need to know about the changes experienced
ReplyDeleteI never really had chance to have the talk with anyone as i started quite early, as did my mum - so with that in mind, and having 3 girls (and 3 boys) i started to talk to my eldest daughter when she was 8, nothing too graphic or scary obviously, just enough for her to not panic if anything happens early. I think it all depends on the childs maturity as to what age you start the conversations but talking to them before things happen will stop them being afraid when it does
ReplyDeleteAs soon as thay ask questions
ReplyDeletei think about 10/11 but depends on the child and when puberty starts and childs friends as well, if they are aware i feel maybe said child should be the one behind in case gets teased
ReplyDeleteI don't think there's a specific age, just when the kids are ready, as part of the 'changing bodies' chat we all have.
ReplyDeletearound the age of 11
ReplyDelete10-11 years maybe
ReplyDeleteI would say from the age of 8, as this will give them a better understanding, but gradually introduce it.
ReplyDeleteabout 14 x
ReplyDeletedepending on maturity about 10-11 unless they ask questions earlier, encouraging them early may help them to be more open later
ReplyDeleteAround 10 or 11 seems right.
ReplyDeletearound 10 depending on the development of the child
ReplyDeleteI remember my mother talking to me about periods at age 9, but that might be a little young for discussing intimate health. Maybe about 12? Rafflecopter entries are in my real name NIKKI HAYES, thanks for the lovely giveaway :o)
ReplyDeleteAround the age of 9. Some children start puberty early and kids talk at school. Make them feel relaxed talking about personal stuff
ReplyDeleteAround nine or when the child is ready, and make the chat normal as possible. Its much better that they have the correct information rather than being misinformed.
ReplyDeleteAbout 8 so they learn to open up early and not get embarrassed.
ReplyDeletei think about 10. Just before puberty but you could drip feed her information over the years x
ReplyDeleteI really think it depends on the child and how they approach things... If they ask questions be honest as you can
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As soon as they are ready to normalise it
ReplyDeleteProbably at about 10 or 11 just before they go to secondary school or reach puberty. Its important as they should not feel scared about talking about such things.
ReplyDeleteAs early as possible. My twins are now all grown up but we have never been shy to talk about intimate things together and if they asked questions, I answered truthfully and factual :)
ReplyDeleteAs early as possible. My twins are now all grown up but we have never been shy to talk about intimate things together and if they asked questions, I answered truthfully and factual :)
ReplyDeletebefore secondary school but it think it varies between different children
ReplyDeleteAs soon as they start asking questions
ReplyDeleteas soon as they are mature enough
ReplyDeleteWhen they start understanding responsibility.
ReplyDeleteI did think around 10, but now I think a bit earlier, but depending on the child
ReplyDeleteWhenever they ask - and change how you talk about it depending on their age!
ReplyDeletei think about age 11 is a good age
ReplyDelete11-12 all children at different though
ReplyDeleteI'd say about 11 when they start secondary school. Any earlier and it may just go over their head. If they don't want to discuss it with family they can discuss with a teacher or someone they feel comfortable with at school as this point.
ReplyDeleteAround age 10, so that they understand what is happening to them when the time comes and know that they can talk to you about it.
ReplyDeleteI talked to my son about whatever seemed appropriate whenever throughout his childhood. Making things part of normal conversation meant they were never a big deal. He can talk to me about anything and does!
ReplyDeleteBy discussing it from an early age there is less awkwardness and it helps them open up more once they are older
ReplyDeleteI'd say around age 12 but it depends on your individual child. I'd like to think I've got a relationship where my child would come & ask when needed rather than discussing matters before they are needed.
ReplyDeleteI think that discussing it at early as possible will help to normalise it.
ReplyDelete11 is a good age
ReplyDeleteI think about 11, however if asked any questions before this then i would reply with an age appropriate response
ReplyDeleteevery child is an individual, so it will vary, but with puberty getting younger and younger, I think 9 is about right
ReplyDeleteI would start talking about this around the age of 10, before they are too embarrassed to discuss intimate issues openly but keep the level of detail to what I feel they will understand
ReplyDeleteJust before secondary school so about 11 years old. I think it makes it less taboo and makes it more likely that kids will come to parents about any concerns or problems that they have.
ReplyDeleteit all depends on the subject, my stepdaughter is 9 and we think she is prematurely starting to go through the change so we are gradually letting her know what it is all about.
ReplyDeleteI think around the age of 10 is good but I also think each child is different so whenever you think they are ready to talk about it.
ReplyDeleteI think at around 10 or 11, because they understand enough by then to really grasp the subject matter.
ReplyDeleteIt would depend on my kids maturity but usually around the time they hit puberty
ReplyDeleteIt depends on the maturity of the child, I would think around 9-10 if the child is ready, it would be beneficial to give accurate information and broach a sometimes difficult subject to demonstrate that you can discuss any questions as they arise. Far better than getting wrong information in the playground.
ReplyDeleteI think 11 years old (Just before high school)
ReplyDeleteAround 10 or 11 when their bodies are changing.
ReplyDeleteNot before 11, before going to secondary school
ReplyDeleteI think around 11ish depends on how mature they are x
ReplyDeleteBefore secondary school, I think it important to make your child feel like they can talk to you about these things, so it's not scary or taboo
ReplyDelete11-12 is the right age i think
ReplyDeletedepends on the child, you can usually tell by the types of questions they start asking
ReplyDeleteabout 9 or 10 before puberty hits and they start secondary school
ReplyDeleteAs soon as they are old enough to ask about it
ReplyDeletei think as soon as they can understand x
ReplyDelete10, I think it prepares then for secondary schools and the rumours they may hear
ReplyDeleteWhen they start becoming curious & asking questions
ReplyDeleteI think throughout their childhood at an age appropriate level so that it is seen as normal and not anything scary or odd.
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i think around the age of 10 is a suitable time, its important to explain things properly so the child dosent rely on myths from friends
ReplyDeleteI think around 10-11 is appropriate. I only got the very basics from my mum, I think she was embarrassed. Anyway, I had a couple of unpleasant experiences in my early teens which I was ill prepared for, I would hate that to happen to my daughter.
ReplyDeleteI think it's different with every child. As soon as you think they are ready
ReplyDeleteIt really depends on the child, they have got to be ready otherwise it's quite traumatising for them.
ReplyDelete10 or 11 seems the best age, as they are beginning to experience more of life.
ReplyDeleteI think you can tell when your child is comfortable or not, My now 13 year old is happy to talk about it but before that he would get so upset to the point of tears he just did not want to know about anything... I didn't push it and now its fine. we have a laugh and a joke but he knows that he can talk about anything.
ReplyDeleteI have a 9 year old son and try to be honest with any questions he has I feel this will help to open up to me and not be secretive
ReplyDeleteas soon as my girl starts realizing things, hopefully she will be confident enough to come up to me and ask to talk about it
ReplyDeleteI think as soon as they start asking questions, and then answer with info that is age appropriate. That way they shouldn't feel shy about talking about any worries they have when they get older, as it's makes it no big deal.
ReplyDeleteI think it should be early but every child is different. It depends n how mature they are.I will be will be talking to my daughter as soon as she starts asking questions.
ReplyDeleteI think from the early age of 3 as it will help them get into good routine for the rest of their lives.
ReplyDeleteTalking about this from an early age can help a girls self esteem, my mum was always open and honest with me about these issues and it helped me
ReplyDeletei think about 12 is about right
ReplyDeletei think about 7 unless there have been any prior issues up to then. This would be more specific than general hand washing advice, which can start at about age 1.
ReplyDeleteI remember other children talking about personal things that I didn't understand at the time when I started Junior School - so I will be talking to my daughter about 8.
ReplyDeleteWhenever my kids have asked questions i have always answered them honestly even from a very young age x
ReplyDeleteDepends how mature child is. From approx 9 (@PeanutHog)
ReplyDeleteI think around 10 or 11 as its before they start secondary school
ReplyDeleteFrom as soon as they are able to communicate and understand as not to maje a taboo of such subjects.
ReplyDeleteI think between 9-10 as some girls start their periods quite young and it can be distressing for them if they're unaware what's happening to them. :)
ReplyDeleteDepends what it is and to what depth. I would think that the basics should be explained as early as 5 and gradually introduce more in-depth information.
ReplyDeleteAge 10
ReplyDeleteI think whenever it arises is a good time, yes even if very young! I have never lied to my child, whenever awkward questions have come up i've been totally honest x
ReplyDeleteI think you need to start it as early as possible, but obviously tailored to what they can understand. Even a young toddler can understand basics like wiping your bottom carefully.
ReplyDeleteThe start of the teenage years when the bodies start to develop
ReplyDeleteI think as soon as the child starts asking questions, each child is different just be honest open and approachable so that they will feel comfortable asking any questions
ReplyDeleteI think it would be great to start discussing these sort of things before a child starts secondary school. I also think it will make a child more confident in coming to speak to you about any issues if you have this conversation
ReplyDeleteI think around 9/10but it also depends on the child as they are all different
ReplyDeleteI think if the child is mature enough then it should be around nine or tens year old as you have to prepare them for what is going to happen to their bodies and the earlier you start the conversations the easier i feel it should be
ReplyDeleteProbably about 11, but it depends on when they hit puberty
ReplyDeleteI think it depends on the individual child, as they all mature at different rates. But any education on this topic can only be beneficial.
ReplyDeleteWhen they start to understand it
ReplyDeletewhen they are old enough to understand - perhaps 7/8
ReplyDeleteI'm realy not sure, I'm hoping that when the time is right we will know. I know she's not ready now at 5, so possibly around8-9
ReplyDeleteI think it depends on the child but I'd say between 8-10
ReplyDeleteI think when they start puberty is the best time.
ReplyDeleteI believe that the right age to discuss intimate health with your children is about 8/9 years old as knowledge is power and being informed will ensure they made hood decisions in the future.
ReplyDeleteI would guess at about age 10, so that they can be prepared and know what to expect. Nothing worse than your body surprising you and feeling embarrassed looking for help.
ReplyDeleteAround 10-11, helps them hear it from elsewhere
ReplyDeleteThe Basics from around 10 depending on the child but especially before secondary school so they don't feel confused, left out or embarrassed. It's important to be honest and discuss it in such a way they feel comfortable and not force the conversation.
ReplyDeletearound 10 prepare for high school
ReplyDeleteI think when they start senior school when they get to the puberty stage basically as they are changing so much then
ReplyDeleteAge 11 - just before senior school so they are aware before they start mixing with older children. Hopefully by being open they will ask more questions
ReplyDeleteI think that around 10 is a good age, but if they have questions beforehand I think it's good to be as honest as possible. Being open will ensure a good trusting relationship, and I would want my son to feel comfortable to come to me with any personal issues he may have xo
ReplyDeleteI would say about 9ish but it does depend on the child really as every child matures at a different rate so just when you as a parent think it's the right time to x
ReplyDeleteIt depends on when they start asking I would always answer they questions honestly but once they get to 11/12 and started secondary school is the time to talk to them
ReplyDeleteI think around 11 when they start secondary school, it's good to make them feel more comfortable talking about it
ReplyDeleteI would keep an open mind and answer all questions around any age within reasons that a child may have, but add a little more details the older they get say around 5ish but it does depend on the maturity of the child.
ReplyDeleteAshley Whitbread
I think it depends on the child - but 9/10 sounds about right!
ReplyDeleteAround 10 especially if there are old siblings or family friends around...they're going to hear it anyway!
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