ABSTRACT
Talking to kids about sex is something most parents anticipate with a level of dread. Conversations about sexuality are awkward-but they get easier with practice. There are any number of reasons parents avoid or delay taking on the role of primary sexuality educator for their kids-discomfort, denial, and confusion are just a few. Parents feel overwhelmed by media, marketing, and online influences. Many are waiting for the “right time” or for their kids to ask questions. Some hope their kids will take in the necessary information through osmosis. Others muster their courage to start, but even the slightest hint of kids’ resistance breaks down their resolve. Because it is ultimately the parents’ job to teach their children about sex, it is best for both kids and parents if they dive in early and often.
