Talk Early. Talk Often. Resource for parents: Talking to your child Many topics and behaviors are part of healthy childhood sexual development. Use the chart below to identify your comfort level and knowledge. How knowledgeable am I in talking to my child about… Early On Very Knowledgeable Somewhat Knowledgeable Not at all Knowledgeable Hugging a family member Hugging a stranger Sitting on a family member's lap Sitting on a stranger's lap Differences in anatomy between mail and female bodies Respect among genders As they Grow Very Knowledgeable Somewhat Knowledgeable Not at all Knowledgeable Kissing a family member Kissing a stranger Kissing within a relationship What a healthy relatinoship should feel like Values and sexual activity How partners in a relationship should treat one another Shared responsibility within relationships Preparing for the future Very Knowledgeable Somewhat Knowledgeable Not at all Knowledgeable Reproductive and sexual health Sexual intercourse (Vaginal, anal and oral sex) Masturbation Sexual activity Harassment online or by text message Sexting or texting about sexual activity Is there someone or somewhere you feel you can reach out to for information on any of the topics you are uncomfortable or unfamiliar with (e.g., pediatrician, family member, community organization, or reputable website)? From Where we live: A manual for engaging parents in child sexual abuse prevention by the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape, 2012. Enola, PA: Author. Copyright 2012 by the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape. Adapted with permission. What are some steps you can take to help build your knowledge or comfort level? Refer to An Overview of Healthy Childhood Sexual Development from the NSVRC for more information on healthy childhood sexual development and resources on topics related to promoting healthy children and communities. © National Sexual Violence Resource Center 2013. All rights reserved.