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TALKING TO YOUNGER KIDS (AGES 3-6) ABOUT SEX<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Should I be talking to my child about sex when they\u2019re this young?<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Laying a healthy foundation for God\u2019s plan? Establishing yourself as a trustworthy \u201cexpert\u201d for their questions (rather than that friend\u2019s older brother)? Protecting them against abuse?

Unquestionably. You don\u2019t want to be playing catch up. (We\u2019ll help.)<\/h3><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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FamilyLife<\/a>  >  Talking to Kids About Sex <\/a>  >  Younger Kids (3-9)<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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START HERE<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

WITH THE ESSENTIALS<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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What Preschoolers Need to Know About Sex<\/span><\/a><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What Elementary Schoolers Need to Know About Sex<\/span><\/a><\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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THE BIRDS & BEES ONLINE COURSE<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Join Mary Flo and Megan as they answer your most frequently asked questions!<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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CHECK OUT THESE<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n

BOOKS<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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\"Younger<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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God Made All of Me<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

by Justin Holcomb<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

It’s easy to convey the message to children that their bodies or particular parts of their bodies are shameful.

This misconception fuels confusion, embarrassment, and secrecy, and often prevents children from recognizing or reporting sexual abuse.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

READ MORE<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Good Pictures Bad Pictures<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

by Kristin Jenson<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

It can feel like a daunting task\u2026Addressing the topic of pornography with children can feel overwhelming, especially in today\u2019s digital age.

This newly revised bestseller offers a comfortable and easy approach, helping parents start important conversations and cutting through any potential awkwardness with confidence.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

READ MORE<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr.<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

by Kristin Jenson<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Young children deserve to be armed early against internet dangers. Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr.<\/em> makes it easy for parents to protect their young kids ages 3 to 6.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

READ MORE<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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God Made Babies<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

by Justin and Lindsey Holcomb<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

When children ask \u201cwhere do babies come from?\u201d they ask because they are curious about where THEY came from. The question is not about sex.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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God\u2019s Signpost: How Marriage Points Us to God\u2019s Love<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

by Sam Allberry<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

A beautifully illustrated children\u2019s book that introduces the concept of marriage as a reflection of God\u2019s love.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

READ MORE<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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CHECK OUT THESE<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n

RESOURCES<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n

TO EQUIP YOU FOR CONVERSATIONS THAT MATTER<\/h3><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Being Intentional With Your Kids<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

with Jessica Thompson, Joel Fitzpatrick<\/strong>
April 8, 2019<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Siblings Jessica Thompson and Joel Fitzpatrick, both married with children, know the challenge parents face of talking to our kids about sex.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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On Having \u201cThe Talk\u201d: Justin and Lindsey Holcomb<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

with Justin & Lindsey Holcomb<\/strong>
\nMarch 21, 2023<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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When it comes to having \u201cthe Talk,\u201d where do you start? Justin and Lindsey Holcomb, authors of God Made Babies, hand parents pointers for establishing healthy sexual worldview.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cWhere do Babies Come From?\u201d Justin and Lindsey Holcomb<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

with Justin & Lindsey Holcomb<\/strong>
March 20, 2023<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cWhere do babies come from?\u201d Don’t break out in a sweat just yet. Justin and Lindsey Holcomb help parents start the conversation with basic, biblical tools.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Keeping Our Kids Safe From Predators<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

with Justin Holcomb<\/strong>
June 2, 2016<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Most of our parents warned us never to talk to strangers. But statistics show that 93 percent of abuse victims knew their perpetrators. Pastor Justin Holcomb, exploited at the age of 10 by a distant relative, talks about his book, “God Made All of Me,” which helps parents teach their children how to protect their bodies from those who would do them harm.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Protecting Your Child From Sexual Abuse<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

with Justin Holcomb<\/strong>
June 3, 2016<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Parents are natural protectors, but they can’t be with their kids 100 percent of the time. Pastor Justin Holcomb, author of the book, “God Made All of Me,” talks about some of the ways parents can protect their children from child abuse, beginning with teaching their children how “beautifully and wonderfully” made their bodies really are.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Have You Talked to Your Kids About Sex?<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The sex talk and gender conversations in your home don’t have to be big, awkward productions. But they do need to happen. The sooner the better.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

VIEW RESOURCE \u2799<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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