Both mothers and fathers have important roles as parents. Girls and boys have many similarities and a few differences. It is a stereotype to think all girls or all boys are or should be alike. My child uses nicknames for parts of her body. Let your child know that you know the nicknames but that you choose to use the correct terms because they are more accurate.
Language has a great deal of power.
Sometimes people use words to exclude others or to make them feel ignorant. Tell your child that you correctly name the parts of the body to provide accurate information and to be clear. It is a matter of being honest with your children. Telling them the truth nurtures self-esteem and gives them the message that they are worthy of respect. When you teach your children to use correct names for parts of the body, they learn to respect their bodies and to see you as a trusted source of information.