Most parents agree that they would prefer their children learn about sexuality at home, rather than on the playground. Sexuality often is not a topic we feel comfortable talking about. We don't know where to begin. We don't know what to say. We don't know how much to say.
Children are naturally curious about sexuality, even if it's never been mentioned.
By six, children are very aware of and interested in different body structures. Not only that, they are more interested in what it means to be male or female. Starting early with sexuality education can help you communicate with your child now. And later in the teen years, when the need is critical, you already will have a comfortable history together. The parent who wants to take questions about sexuality in stride needs to decide in advance what his or her best answer will be.