Children might also be led to believe that sex is bad or wrong, or a taboo subject. Don't wait until children ask about sex. Parents should be the ones to initiate discussions about sex. Children will then feel more comfortable bringing up the topic at a later time. Some parents might think that the subject is a hard one to bring, up.
Parents can, however, use every day occurrences as opportunities to discuss sex.
If a child happens to notice a pregnant woman and comments on the size of her stomach, parents can use this as an opening to discuss procreation. There are many opportunities in every day life for parents to discuss sex with their children. Use age-appropriate books, movies and television shows as supplements for discussions about sex. There are many good books and videos available about sex which are designed for children of different ages. Parents should always preview materials to make sure the information presented fits with their beliefs about sex.