Tough Conversations with our kids.

I used to work for CPS as an Investigator and because most cases are confidential, the only thing I say is that, Whoa, it was tough enough speaking to a 4 year old about sexual abuse, I can imagine my own child/ren. Moms, dads, guardians, and all parents out there, even though it may be a tough conversation to have with your little one, it is extremely important! Once they begin daycare and venture into elementary, you want to have a little chat with them, nonchalantly of course, about the good touch vs the bad touch. Believe me when I say, this could be a parents worst nightmare if you ever found out something has occurred to your child inappropriately. Here are some books that you can wean into their bedtime routine:

 

1. I Said No! A Kid-to-Kid Guide to Keeping Your Private Parts Private

2. It's My Body

3. Samuel Learns to Yell and Tell: A Warning For Children Against Sexual Predators ($10)

4. Your Body Belongs to You

5. Some Parts are Not for Sharing

6. The Right Touch: A Read-Aloud Story to Help Prevent Child Sexual Abuse