Sexuality 1

Children ask a lot of questions, including about sexuality. This is the way things are and should be "normal", because when children can ask their caregivers all their questions and talk openly about everything, they feel noticed and taken seriously and don't have to look for answers somewhere else. Do you wish you could do this too?

Have you ever asked yourself the question: "When is my child old enough to talk to me about sexuality?" The answer to this is: "There is no ideal age." As soon as children ask a question, they want an answer and they want it as soon as possible. Then comes the challenge for the caregiver: how is it appropriate for children? But before you answer these questions, it is worth listening to yourself and exploring how you feel about sexuality.

Please take a few minutes to listen to yourself. First sit down comfortably and take a few deep, conscious breaths. Then ask yourself the following questions:
- What thoughts go through my head when I read or hear the word "sexuality"?
- What reaction does my body have to this word?
- Where does sexuality begin for me?
- How do I react when my child talks about or asks about "sex"?

Curiosity, shame, joy, disappointment, anger, excitement and probably much more can manifest themselves when reflecting on these questions. Everyone feels differently about this topic and there is no such thing as "normal". The more naturally you deal with this topic, the easier it will be for you and the children to talk about it. Children initially see sexuality from a much more relaxed perspective than many adults.

Over the next few weeks, you will find input on the topic of sexuality and sex education every Monday. We will introduce you to various resources such as picture books and children's books, which are ideal for explaining these topics.

You will be surprised at what is already available and see how children react to this topic.