From the article: Teaching Children Skills to Prevent Abduction
Talking to children about sexual abuse can be a difficult subject for parents to address. What successful approach did you take with your child when discussing sexual abuse? Share Your Tips
Tips for teaching your child about sex a
- There's some good advice here. But I'd like to add this;trust is a huge factor. Make sure your child knows they can trust you to stand up for them no matter who the perpetrator might be.So many kids don't tell because they think they won't be believed or their attacker is someone their parents love.I've told my son that if anyone hurts him, no matter who it is, he can tell me and I'll take care of him.Make sure your kids know that they come before everyone else in your life and keep the lines of communication open.I've told my son over and over that even if he gets into trouble as long as he tells me the truth he won't be in as much trouble. That way he knows he can always come to me no matter what. I know that might not sound like it has anything to do with sex abuse, but if your child feels safe and secure with you, they are more likely to tell if they are being molested.
- —Guest CECE
Stranger Danger
- Caylee Anthony Some schools and guidance counselors in Maine teach the stranger danger and who is a safe first person, and second person. Anyone else is off limits. Even teachers themselves are people that you know, but do you really? The process they use is great but some kids like my grandson thinks that no one is out to hurt him. It’s horrible. We bring children into this world and then have to warn them about the horrible things in it. Makes me very sad sometimes.
- —Guest xxbigkisses
What better way that with a GREAT book!
- I found a book titled Mr. Stranger and the Lost Puppy that I read to my kids. Surprisingly both my 5yr old AND 10 yr old liked it. The message in the book was to let your parents know before going with anyone and when the kids in the story met someone who needed their help they began to think and remember promises made to their mom. My kids connected with the characters and more importantly I was able to EASILY branch off into other safety issues with my kids. I used the story and its characters as the example--what should THEY do and then turned it into 'well, if you were in the same situation...' It was so much better than saying 'Don't do this, don't do that' I recommend this book for every parent who wants an educated conversation about safety and making good decisions (cause good decisions will save their lives). The website I bought it from is dknovels.com and I even received an autographed copy!
- —Guest SmartMom
no touch zone
- I told my children, that no one should touch them in their no touch zone. Not with hands, or objects. Only the docter, when I am present. If they are touched, make sure they call me ASAP. ..especially if they feel uncomfortable in any situation, even if they are not touched. Don't let the perpetrator(s), know they are going to call me. I'm sure the law won't like the way I deal with it.
- —Lanisha_Almond
