Relating Advice Teens need to see healthy expressions of love. Don't be afraid to say it or show it to the one you love. Be prepared for the teen years by having set rules for what are acceptable expressions of sexuality. Be sure that your rules are easy to understand and explained thoroughly to your teens. Rules about sex vary from family to family.
Some families allow their teens to practice safe sex while others insist on abstinence.
Regardless of your rules, it is important that you teach your children about the facts of life before the age of twelve, so they are not misinformed or make up their own rules as they go along. Be sure you and your children are well aware of ways to prevent sexually transmitted diseases and unwanted pregnancy. Place your list in a place where your teens can see that you are working toward goals that will make your life better in some way. Have a conversation about your list with your teens. Ask them if they would like to join you in creating their own list.