Every parent has a moment where they have to cross certain hurdles with their children, such as teaching them important aspects about life. The only problem is that it’s not always easy to know when the right time to have such talks is. For some certain conversations, you have to play it by ear, while for others you should be a bit more disciplined. When it comes to the “talk”—which explains how we’re brought into the world—it’s probably better to be more disciplined. Here’s a suggestion for when it might be a good time to have the “talk”.
The Youth Stage
When your child starts nearing young adulthood, that’s when it may be to think about talking to them about it. However, you can really be flexible. So parents feel that they can talk to their kids about it as early as 10 years old, while others find it much more appropriate to wait until they’re 12, 13, or even 14. It really depends on you and your beliefs.
A Safer Version
However, even though you’re telling them about it, that doesn’t mean you should just say it completely uncensored. Have respect for the fact that they’re still a child and that you need to be sensitive about how to reveal such crucial foundational information. Speak to them slowly and carefully, making sure that they’re not uncomfortable as you go through each stage. If you’re unsure exactly how to speak to them about it safely, you may consult a child psychologist.