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Parents are their main teachers. Naming parts of the body, holding and hugging begins to develop trust. Model healthy relationships in the home now and throughout child\u2019s life.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"default-row\">\n<th class=\"table-col-desc\">Ages 2-3: Toddler<\/th>\n<th class=\"table-col-desc\">Early Autonomy, Exploration, Self-Control, Power Struggles<\/th>\n<td>Children at this age are learning about their bodies. They learn about their world through play. They can learn simple self-care tasks such as brushing teeth and bathing. Self-touching and soothing behaviors might be noticed. Teach about privacy for these actions and respect for our bodies. Do not overreact.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"default-row\">\n<th class=\"table-col-desc\">Ages 4-5: Preschool<\/th>\n<th class=\"table-col-desc\">Initiative, Testing Limits, Gaining Competence, Reality vs. Fantasy<\/th>\n<td>Children begin asking questions about where babies come from and can understand simple answers. Create a home where children feel free to talk about bodies, health, and sexuality. Children may include sexual behaviors in play such as kissing and laying down together. Use these opportunities to point to love in relationships and how to say no to unwanted touch.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"default-row\">\n<th class=\"table-col-desc\">Ages 6-8: School Age<\/th>\n<th class=\"table-col-desc\">Meeting the World, Comfort Away, Absorbing Learning Socialization<\/th>\n<td>Children are beginning to be able to understand complex issues about health, disease, and sexuality. The world is providing grownup information. Kids need concrete understandable answers. Discuss how children choose who to play with and how to say no to being with people they do not feel comfortable with.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"default-row\">\n<th class=\"table-col-desc\">Ages 9-10: Preadolescent<\/th>\n<th class=\"table-col-desc\">Peer Influence, Role Models, Do I Measure Up?, Gender Differences<\/th>\n<td>Children begin the changes of puberty and are concerned about their appearances. Social pressure (kids talking at school, comparing themselves to others) necessitates that parents talk about sexuality directly. Highlight the diversity of boys\u2019 and girls\u2019 bodies and self-acceptance. Positive messages about our bodies will support self-esteem throughout this period of change.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"default-row\">\n<th class=\"table-col-desc\">Ages 11-13: Early Adolescence<\/th>\n<th class=\"table-col-desc\">Family vs. Friends, Body Image, Boredom, Attitude<\/th>\n<td>Kids are focused on their bodies. 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