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“My children have a cousin that became pregnant at the age of 17 and they discussed teenage pregnancy issues at length with her while she was pregnant.”
— Therese, 42, Grand Rapids
“We talk about sex. I started talking about anatomy, sexual development, relationships and peer pressure when they were very young. I have also used tapes and books on STDs.”
— Beth, 39, Trimont
“I talk about their future and about how much I love them. I talk about the responsibility in parenting…I talk about sexuality with my children, not just sex.”
— Janelle, 43, Minneapolis
“I try to be involved in her extracurricular activities…like helping with concessions and going to all of the meets. In the summer we try to take camping trips as a family. We feel that not having access to a TV greatly increases communication and quality time.”
— Therese, 42, Grand Rapids
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