My seven year old son asked me a question regarding his body parts that I couldn't really answer. Any suggestions on how to address this topic, ie books for him, books for me, personal experience?
My seven year old son asked me a question regarding his body parts that I couldn't really answer. Any suggestions on how to address this topic, ie books for him, books for me, personal experience?
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I found this one on
I found this one on Amazon.com
Here is the link:
http://www.amazon.com/Human-Anatomy-Children-Ilse-Goldsmith/dp/048622355...
This one might also work:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0525473890/ref=pd_cp_b_1/102-8339788-19...
Both of these books look
Both of these books look very helpfull. I will be sure to check them out at the library. I tend to get too wordy when explaining anything to my son. Now his eyes wont cross when I give him an answer next time. Thank you.
What was he asking that you
What was he asking that you couldn't answer, can you be more specific? I know there are some mom's on here with some older (middle school/high school) aged children that might have some experience with this. Let us know please.
Thank you for responding to
Thank you for responding to my topic. While he was taking a bath he called me in and asked what his testicles were. I said it is part of your male reproductive organs. I left it at that. I'd like to be better prepared so I can give him a more accurate answer next time.
Sounds like you did fine!
Sounds like you did fine! The advice I remember hearing is not to give more detail at this early age then they are really interested in. That was a true answer and seemed to satisfy him - good for you!
Lovemy4 is a discussion leader for North Central Phoenix, tired mother of 4 great kids and wife to one great husband.
Another thought is to check
Another thought is to check out Amazon and see what you think fits your needs, then go to the library website and see if they have it. (In Phoenix, you can even put it on hold at your favorite library, and they have it ready for you to pick up in a few days.)
I saw one in my Dr.s office that I thought was well done. I think it was by a Dr. Sears, but I can't remember the title or the other author... (so, I am sure that is helpful - Lol)
Good luck.
Lovemy4 is a discussion leader for North Central Phoenix, tired mother of 4 great kids and wife to one great husband.
When my son asked I just
When my son asked I just said "those are your testicles.", Just as if he'd asked what his toes were. He only wanted to know what they were called, not what they did.
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toseyb, i think your answer
toseyb, i think your answer was great. at his age he doesnt need to know more. If he was satisfied with your answer for now, than no need for more information. But maybe the books will help if he decides to ask more questions.
I agree with that -
I agree with that - sometimes we freak out and worry about having to give a very complicated explanation when they really just need something simple and very high level.
I don't mean to pry - but perhaps later when the child's questions do get a little more complex - is his father involved in his life? I have deferred some of my son's questions to his dad when I felt that a male perspective was neccessary, but we are married and he's here with us, and I realize it's different when you are a single mom.....is there some other male relative that may be able to help out with "guy talk"?
Hello, toseby. My son asked
Hello, toseby. My son asked that question, too, though not until after he told his second-grade teacher than he only had one testicle after their Human Growth and Development unit. Turns out, he has one scrotum and two testicles. I explained to him that when he was a grown-up man, the stuff he needs to make a baby will be stored in his testicles. Of course, this only works if you've had the sex talk already. Looks like you're in for it, by the way. Once they start asking questions, they typically come up with more and more. My favorite is a book called "Where Did I Come From?" My best advice is just to answer his questions simply and honesty. It's great that he's asking you and not a fellow 7-year-old at school.
Karina Bland is raising her 9-year-old son in Tempe with a lot of love, humor and support from her friends and family. A longtime journalist covering child welfare and education issues for The Arizona Republic, she blogs about raising good kids.