When to Talk to your Teen about Sex?

Parents find this as one of the most difficult things to do, mainly because they find it awkward to talk to their kids about the birds and the bees. In fact, some parents just let this go and let their kids figure it out themselves. However, teens should not be left alone when it comes to the topic. They need proper guidance to make sure they stay safe and make decisions that they won’t regret in the future. 

But when is the right time to talk to them about sex and safe sex? After all, you’d want them to understand what you’re trying to explain to them and take it seriously and maturely. Here are some signs that you can check on.

Maturity

It’s a fact that some teens mature earlier than others. There are a few teenagers who are still at their early teens who act more like they’re already 18 and some, even if they are about to graduate from high school, still act like they’re kids. Try to gauge your teen’s maturity and judge them by how they take and act in certain situations. 

When they open up

It’s easier for parents to talk to their kids about sex if they open up the topic themselves. Some teens actually would rather talk to their parents about sex then to talk to the school nurse or guidance counselor about it. If they would ever open up the topic, then welcome them with open arms and try to answer all their questions. 

If you know that they’re active or aware of it 

There are some parents that would find out about their teen’s sex life. Most of the time because they over hear them talking to their friends about it or they find contraceptives like condoms and pills in their room. Don’t pass judgment on them if you find out that they’re sexually active. Keep in mind that you’re there to guide them and keep them safe and not to ridicule them. 

When they drop hints

Some teens find it difficult to open up to their parents about sex, so they drop hints and ask simple questions that are related to relationships, safe sex and sex in general. Try to read between the lines and understand where your teen is leading the conversation. 

If you’ve ever experienced you kid ask you where babies come from, then this is more or less the same idea, only the topic is about sex. Teens are naturally curious since they’re at the point of their lives that everything changes and that they are already getting ready to step into the adult world.