6 ways to talk to your child about likes

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Consent is an essential concept when it comes to having healthy and respectful relationships with children. Regardless of whether it seems awkward to you as a conversation, sooner or later from the positions of parents you have to understand that only communication is the key to everything. The sooner you talk to your kids about likes from childhood to adolescence, the easier your parenting chapter will be.

#1 Use the right words

It is normal for parents to talk to children about body parts early on. But some of them may avoid using genital terms, or use pet names for illustration. In fact, the earlier you talk about this topic with your children, the easier it will be for you to face any challenge that comes your way during parenting.

#2 Give consent to everyday interactions

Parents must give consent during children's activities, such as bathing, or playing with peers and other family members. This is a necessary confirmation sign.  

#3 Use the media as a reference media

Perhaps, the screen, radio or other communication mediums are not the best point of orientation, but to be more concrete with children you can orient them towards an educational and age-friendly show or format.

#4 Choose a specific language

It's important to have talking points you can rely on during difficult conversations. The more prepared you are, the better, and the more likely you are to stay on topic.

#5 Train children to trust their intuition and feelings, especially girls

We often ignore how children feel. Psychologist Pintor Carnagey says that validating a child's feelings teaches them to have an inner and reliable voice.

#6 Make peace with your anxiety

Likes are probably that part of life where parents find it difficult to talk openly with their children about them. But it is very important to be specific in conversations, however difficult the discussion may be.

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