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Originally Posted by glatt
if they are very young, you may have to repeat it again when they are older so they get it.
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The only thing I would add is to say that I absolutely plan to be discussing this topic again in the future. I just wanted to be nonchalant about it in order to not make a big deal out of it. I hit all the big points, and plan to fill in around the edges as the topic comes up in the future.
For me, the big points (not really in order) were:
1. It's something moms and dads do to make babies.
2. It actually feels really good, but again is only for grownups. (Wanted to stay positive and avoid giving them something to worry about "How will I ever do THAT? Will it hurt?")
3. Also explained that much of it happens automatically, just like your mouth waters when you open a bag of chips. (Trying again to give them the sense that it's not something to fear or worry about without saying "don't fear" or "don't worry".)
4. The mechanics of it, of course.
5. It's a private areas kind of thing, so don't go talking about it outside the family. Let other parents tell their own kids.
I kept it short. Tried to keep it interesting. Less than 5 minutes. Maybe 2-3 minutes.