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The Sex Talk Every Mother Needs To Have With Her Son (And It’s Not The One You’re Thinking Of)

There are plenty of talks parents have to have with their children. The sex talk, the college talk, some of us have even had to start early with a “no licking the dog” talk. These discussions have to be repeated and utilized to form values, principles, and boundaries and serve as a guide to aid children as they grow into adults.

By Jessica Marie Baumgartner5 min read
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Many girls and young women have more serious talks to worry about. They’re often warned about rape and becoming teenage mothers, but boys have an equivalent issue that deserves its own talk to avoid immeasurable trauma and life-long pain. They need a “How To Never Get Trapped by a Pregnancy” talk.