Talking to your kids about where Babies Come From

Katie Malinski, a child and family therapist, explains some tips and tricks to help parents talk to their young children about sex. She is well trained in the topic and teaches a three hour workshop on the subject. As well as tips and suggestions, she also recommends childrens books that can help when discussing sex with young children.

Katie is a child and family therapist and parenting coach in Austin, Texas. Her career has always focused on working with children, adolescents and their families. Currently in private practice, she works with families around issues of discipline, oppositional/defiant behaviors, depression, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, adolescent substance abuse, divorce, custody problems, self-esteem, social skills, coping skills, sexual abuse, and other developmental issues.

Katie maintains two blogs: www.katiemalinski.com/blog is about parenting and therapy, and www.beyondbirdsandbees.com focuses on teaching healthy sexuality to our children.

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How to talk to your young child about sex

09/09/2008

~ TeacherMom

I think MY favorite part was, "Ohhh, good question!" That, and practicing in front of the mirror. Katie makes me feel like I could do it. I appreciate her use of humor in talking about a difficult subject.

great video

09/08/2008

~ travisco

Even just thinking about talking to my daughter about sex seems hard... but this video gives me a good place to start, and tips on how to do it. Every parent should watch this one!

Thank you!!

09/06/2008

~ marshmelonmom

I love the example you gave when a child brings up a sexual (or any) topic with a parent... instead of saying, "Where did you hear about that?" you say, "Thank you for asking me that question!"

It's definitely something most parents don't think about before the question is asked of them, but something we should all ponder for sure!!

Thank you for helping me think!!

Thank you!!

09/06/2008

~ marshmelonmom

I love the example you gave when a child brings up a sexual (or any_ topic with a parent... instead of saying, "Where did you hear about that?" you say, "Thank you for asking me that question!"

It's definitely something most parents don't think about before the question is asked of them, but something we should all ponder for sure!!

Thank you for helping me think!!

Great lesson!

08/28/2008

~ nachan

This lesson is perfect for any parent with young children. There are some great tips on how to talk to your child about sex.

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