*Listener discretion advised*

A concerned parent, Emily, has sent in a sensitive but increasingly relevant question. Emily’s seven-year-old son confided that his friend was suggesting inappropriate behaviours, including taking photos of private areas.

Listen in for guidance on handling difficult conversations, protecting children’s safety, and fostering trust.

In this episode:
Importance of a trusting parent-child relationship
Developmental appropriate behaviour
Girlfriend/boyfriend in primary school
Guidance on sensitive conversations
Steps for addressing friend's behaviour
Age-appropriate education on bodies, boundaries, consent
Empowering children
Ongoing vigilance and support

Related Links: 
Should our Young Children have Boyfriends or Girlfriends at School?
#1071 – Body Boundaries With Jayneen Sanders
7 Strategies For When Your Child Accidentally Finds Pornography
#898 Porn-Proofing Your Kids with Kristen Jenson

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*Listener discretion advised*
A concerned parent, Emily, has sent in a sensitive but increasingly relevant question. Emily’s seven-year-old son confided that his friend was suggesting inappropriate behaviours, including taking photos of private areas.
Listen in for guidance on handling difficult conversations, protecting children’s safety, and fostering trust.
In this episode:
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Importance of a trusting parent-child relationship</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Developmental appropriate behaviour</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Girlfriend/boyfriend in primary school</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Guidance on sensitive conversations</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Steps for addressing friend's behaviour</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Age-appropriate education on bodies, boundaries, consent</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Empowering children</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">Ongoing vigilance and support</li>
</ul>
Related Links: 
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/should-our-young-children-have-boyfriends-or-girlfriends-at-school">Should our Young Children have Boyfriends or Girlfriends at School?</a></li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/podcast/episode/1071-body-boundaries-with-jayneen-sanders">#1071 – Body Boundaries With Jayneen Sanders</a></li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/7-strategies-for-when-your-child-accidentally-finds-pornography">7 Strategies For When Your Child Accidentally Finds Pornography</a></li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/podcast/episode/898-porn-proofing-your-kids-with-kristen-jenson">#898 Porn-Proofing Your Kids with Kristen Jenson</a></li>
</ul>
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#1115 - Q&A: Inappropriate Photos

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