BIRDS N BEES

[cece]

Today I had to explain to my 7 yr old and my only child about sex, porn, gays, rape etc. My kid is being "educated" by classmates; its so scary and I am still so shaken that kids are curious at such an early age. Any parents out there who could offer guideline about talking to your kids about stuff like this?

 

[nathan3]

Today I had to explain to my 7 yr old and my only child about sex, porn, gays, rape etc. My kid is being "educated" by classmates; its so scary and I am still so shaken that kids are curious at such an early age. Any parents out there who could offer guideline about talking to your kids about stuff like this?

HOME SCHOOL ! NO child should ever have to think about such things. Terrible . 7 is just a baby. Home schooling. Become their teacher. That should be your new Job. and with the internet, study is not difficult with you there; over their shoulder guiding and protecting them. Your a parent, that is your Job ! Not the job of strangers . Don't allow heathen atheistic people to educate your kids.

 

[Tintin]

Yes, because only heathen atheistic people can teach in schools. Silly. There are committed Christians in public, private and home schools. Don't shy away from everything but teach with Godly integrity and prayerful understanding.

I don't know how you'd speak to your young child regarding such heavy topics but it must be done at an age-appropriate level (not yet!)

 

[nathan3]

Yes, because only heathen atheistic people can teach in schools. Silly.

Yes, I'm well aware that there are also, good Christians teachers in schools etc .... But, Not this school ! Keeping with the subject here Tintin: This whole issue is being brought about in her own words : """ My kid is being "educated" by classmates; """"" . Nothing silly here, her kids mind is being poisoned by no less then atheistic people at that school; We are well aware any self respecting God revering person of sound mind would not subject a Seven year old to thoughts of " about sex, porn, gays, rape " ; anyone that would bother a child with such trash deserves the title, '' Heathen , atheist and infidel .

Make sure when you speak to them, you tell them how evil those things are. Which, I'm sure you have.

 

[Nautilus]

i dont know if a 7 year olds classmates who are also 7 would be what i consider atheistic people.

 

[Misty77]

With my 11-year-old son, I have just had open, frank conversations with him for years. I either answer his questions or explain a situation at an age-appropriate level. They are always third person, biblically based, and scientifically accurate. And unless I think something warrants immediate clarification, the conversation is over when he feels like he has heard enough.

 

[overcomer2]

Yes thats a tough one. I home school and live in U.S. I'm sure home schooling is different in every country (rules). I also live on a farm, that made it very convenient for me when it came time to talk about the birds and bees. Why is that bull on that cow? What is that rooster doing?

So, little by little we could discuss such topics. We have kids, calves, pups, kittens and chicks born every year. We get to witness this at times. So they get to see the birthing process too. Maybe visit a farm with the intention of discussing some issues.

 

[nathan3]

i dont know if a 7 year olds classmates who are also 7 would be what i consider atheistic people.

Who do you think the kids got it from? the problem at hand is the environment is one were God certainly is not being taught.. Here in the US , kids are being taught sex ed as young as seven. That is pushed on them by liberal atheistic people , the kids will learn that and pass it along to each other.

I really recommend you find out how home schooling works and do things that way. Your kid can still have friends , but should be in a environment of your choosing .

 

[Tintin]

Sorry, Nathan. I didn't mean to be a donkey about it, but I'm a Christian and a primary school teacher and while I work in the private sector, I see the great need for good Christian teachers in the public sector and Christians students too. I don't think it's for every student or even teacher but God does want us to shine the light in the darkness. If everyone pulls their Christian child(ren) out of school and Christians don't teach in public schools, who will model Christian integrity and beliefs through their actions? Homeschooling isn't the answer. For some it would be, sure but certainly not for everyone or even most Christians.

 

[Nautilus]

You know there is always the option of instead of being terrified of sex and treating it as taboo you do like misty does and be open and frank about it with your children and just explain it in a biblical yet scientifically accurate way, so they are learning actual information from an adult about it and not from fellow 7 year oldS?

 

[savedandIknowit]

i was watching an animal documentry on tv the other night. my 6 yr old daughter saw a sea turtle on the back of another sea turtle, as I knew they were mating. my daughter said "Oh they love each other". It did threw me for a 6, I couldnt get any answers why she thought that but I knew it was innocent, And it starts, Im not worried, I would explain it to her to her level without trying to be graphic, i9n your case Id be open but i would try to correct what they have heard and win back their innocence, it would help to interalise the Word of God with them so they will make better decisions on who they hang around with or who they listen to,this one is a good one to start off with.
Proverbs 1:10King James Bible
My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not.
even good devotionals for kids to win them and fight for their integrity,I bought these myself. Keys for Kids Online Daily Devotional & Radio Program | CBH Ministries
all the best with this situation

 

[Grace-Like-Rain]

How hard it would be to explain rape to a 7 year old. The good news is that even though your child heard some things and has some probably disturbing questions, the thoughts that he/she is thinking probably aren't anything like the thoughts those words bring to mind for you. Kids this young have limited understanding, and that is a blessing!

So, try not to panic, don't let your child see that you are disturbed, and feel free to answer some questions with a simple, "You know, we will talk about that when you're a bit older, because it's hard to understand right now and you just don't need to know it yet." Don't feel like you have to answer every question in detail. Obviously you'll need to answer some of their questions, especially things that they seem really concerned about, but it's not going to hurt for you to just tell them not to worry about subjects that they just aren't ready yet to hear about. Your child will likely forget all about it very shortly, and you can bring up the subject more at a later time in your own way.

 

[Alicia]

First I think I would have a chat with the teacher and find out which children are involved. Often children who possess such knowledge are being sexually abused at home. It is not normal for a 7 year old to know about things like rape and porn and this should be investigated further. As far as your child goes I would say that some things are difficult to understand when you're 7 years old, that when they're older you will go into more detail, you have to address some things on an age appropriate level. There is a book out there for children approaching puberty called "What's Happening To Me"? and there's another one dealing with reproduction on a child's level I can't remember the title. I would be very angry that your child's innocence has been taken away but I urge you to speak to school officials because this information is not something a 7 year old living in a good home should be allowed to have. Any parent who has exposed their child to porn needs to be reported to Social Services.