In this episode, hosts Dr. Meghna and Devishobha talk about why child sexual abuse is more common than we would like to believe, and the top misconceptions parents have about making their children aware of the abuse and preparing them to deal with it in an appropriate manner. Devishobha and Meghna share real-life incidents where simple, regular communication could have prevented abuse and trauma for the child. They go on to discuss why teaching them about ‘safe and unsafe touch's better than ‘good touch bad touch’ to educate kids about sexual abuse, what questions to ask before you send your child for a summer camp or even school, why using euphemisms for body parts is detrimental to children, and finally some curated strategies to prepare your child to be alert and aware to prevent incidents of child sexual abuse, and also deal with them appropriately, should an unfortunate experience befall them.

This week’s mnemonic: KERNELS.

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In this episode, hosts Dr. Meghna and Devishobha talk about why child sexual abuse is more common than we would like to believe, and the top misconceptions parents have about making their children aware of the abuse and preparing them to deal with it in an appropriate manner. Devishobha and Meghna share real-life incidents where simple, regular communication could have prevented abuse and trauma for the child. They go on to discuss why teaching them about ‘safe and unsafe touch's better than ‘good touch bad touch’ to educate kids about sexual abuse, what questions to ask before you send your child for a summer camp or even school, why using euphemisms for body parts is detrimental to children, and finally some curated strategies to prepare your child to be alert and aware to prevent incidents of child sexual abuse, and also deal with them appropriately, should an unfortunate experience befall them.This week’s mnemonic: KERNELS.If you wish to learn more, check out:<ol><li data-list-indent="1" data-list-type="bulleted"><a href="https://shows.ivmpodcasts.com/show/big-talk-about-tiny-humans-jsk8-RXjeTK4DfN0D2OTM/episode/preparing-kids-for-emergencies-kjuw-ICnHP9gzdMb8VOOr?startTime=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Preparing Kids for Emergencies</a></li><li data-list-indent="1" data-list-type="bulleted"><a href="https://kidskintha.com/stop-child-abuse/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Child Sexual Abuse -Kidskintha</a></li><li data-list-indent="1" data-list-type="bulleted"><a href="https://indianhelpline.com/Child-Helpline/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Child Helpline</a></li><li data-list-indent="1" data-list-type="bulleted"><a href="https://www.meripustak.com/Child-Sexual-Abuse-And-Protection-Laws-In-India-156974?https://www.meripustak.com&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw06OTBhC_ARIsAAU1yOUbSMdE2Yh6BaviYZWLjlsIPzyfS5ZtvPkJdIpjIC8FxzVKAQPpeGwaAmJxEALw_wcB" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Child sexual abuse and protection laws in India</a></li></ol>Tune in to Big Talk About Tiny Humans every Wednesday for new episodes!Have a question or topic you’d like to see covered on the show? Follow and DM the hosts on Instagram at <a href="https://instagram.com/kidskintha" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@kidskintha</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thetherapistmommy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@thetherapistmommy</a> and the hosts will address them in future episodes. Visit <a href="https://kidskintha.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://kidskintha.com/</a> and <a href="https://raisingfamilyacademy.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://raisingfamilyacademy.com</a> to learn more about the hosts’ ongoing programs on parenting and child development..You can listen to this show and other fantastic shows on the IVM Podcasts app on <a href="https://ivm.today/android" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Android</a> or <a href="https://ivm.today/ios" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">iOS</a>. Subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast platform to never miss an episode! You can check out the IVM website at <a href="https://shows.ivmpodcasts.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://shows.ivmpodcasts.com/</a>.You can also listen and subscribe to the podcast on all podcast platforms. If you’re on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/big-talk-about-tiny-humans/id1603629522" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Apple Podcasts</a> or <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3k1iOoXpqs8krpuIUDH01o" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Spotify</a>, don’t forget to leave the show a rating and a review. You can also find the show on <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9zdGF0aWMuYWRvcmlsYWJzLmNvbS9mZWVkL2JpZy10YWxrLWFib3V0LXRpbnktaHVtYW5zLnhtbA" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Google Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://music.amazon.in/podcasts/11c737f0-20b3-47a7-adf3-7fd4df9e4c2d/big-talk-about-tiny-humans" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Amazon Music Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://www.jiosaavn.com/shows/big-talk-about-tiny-humans/1/GTiiodx2TTs_" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">JioSaavn</a>, <a href="https://castbox.fm/channel/Big-Talk-About-Tiny-Humans-id4746055" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Castbox</a> or elsewhere.

Big Talk about Tiny Humans is India’s first research-based podcast for parents and educators. The show is hosted by two moms and two parenting professionals, Devishobha and Meghna. Big Talk about Tiny Humans will help you make the most of your window of influence over your child, to help them become the best versions of themselves as they are growing up. Whether you are a parent or an educator, and whether you have a 4-month-old or 14 year old, this podcast can help make your life easier and richer. Discover actionable strategies, simple toolkits for everyday parenting and teaching, the latest research and science of parenting, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Wednesday!

Devishobha Chandramouli is an engineer-turned-writer and founder of Kidskintha.com, a conscious parents' and educators' collective. Dr. Meghna is a clinical psychologist and founder of the RaisingFamilyAcademy.com and is also popularly known as The Therapist Mommy.

Big Talk about Tiny Humans is India’s first research-based podcast for parents and educators. The show is hosted by two moms and two parenting professionals, Devishobha and Meghna. Big Talk about Tiny Humans will help you make the most of your window of influence over your child, to help them become the best versions of themselves as they are growing up. Whether you are a parent or an educator, and whether you have a 4-month-old or 14 year old, this podcast can help make your life easier and richer. Discover actionable strategies, simple toolkits for everyday parenting and teaching, the latest research and science of parenting, and plenty of laughs along the way. New episodes every Wednesday!Devishobha Chandramouli is an engineer-turned-writer and founder of <a href="http://kidskintha.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Kidskintha.com</a>, a conscious parents' and educators' collective. Dr. Meghna is a clinical psychologist and founder of the <a href="http://RaisingFamilyAcademy.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">RaisingFamilyAcademy.com</a>&nbsp;and is also popularly known as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thetherapistmommy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Therapist Mommy</a>.

Big Talk about Tiny Humans is India’s first research-based podcast for parents and educators. The show is hosted by two moms and two parenting professionals, Devishobha and Meghna.

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In this episode,  hosts Dr Meghna and Devishobha throw light on the statistics and incidence of child sexual abuse and preparing your child to prevent sexual abuse and respond appropriately, when faced with it.

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