Schools are required to teach even very young children about sex and relationships. Where does that leave parents? How can you try to ensure your daughter’s happiness and safety?
Q. My daughter is 15 (16 in Sept) and, up until last year, I was pleased that we seemed able to talk about most things including alcohol, drugs and sex. She now has a boyfriend and although she had said she didn’t ...
The ongoing debate about sex education and what should/shouldn’t be taught in schools, including the discussion about how much choice faith schools should have in what they teach about this, may have struck a chord with...
Q. My daughter aged 15+ has just started going out with her first boyfriend. Although we have discussed sex issues in the past, it has only been about STD’s etc. How do I brooch a chat about sex with her in relati...
Q. My daughter aged 14 has just been given the book Marked by P.C. Cast (it’s another vampire novel – she likes Twilight). I’ve just read it & don’t like the fact it has some sexual content. Al...
It is a fact that some teenagers inwardly question their sexuality and struggle to find what ‘fits’ them best. How would you react if it was your daughter…? “How can I tell Dave I don’t want ...
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