How do I talk to my kids about sex?

I think it really depends on how old they are - if under 15, I wouldn't worry about it - if 15 or older, there are plenty of possible approaches online

Thus would depend on what age group they are in. For 3 upwards till the age of 8 years they should be told time and again about good touch bad touch and how they can come to you if under any circumstances they feel even slightest bit uncomfortable . Age 9 upwards both boys and girls start to experience changes in their bodies and hence parents should familiarise them with the changes that are going to happen so that they are prepared when their body starts to show changes. Similarly the behavior also undergoes changes which should also be informed to them. Most of the times parents are not prepared for the changes themselves so it is a good ideas for parent to study the changes and help the child learn about the body and how it changes. In the process it is easier to explain as part of the same the concept of sex . You can also refer to youtube videos and Internet reference material for children.

Openly, honestly and keep it real! Kids today know more than you think and are more savvy and aware than we give them credit for. Talk to them in an age appropriate manner, but, I think the most important thing is to remember what it was like for you. Just keep it real!

I think you should simply be honest, try telling them the scientific aspect of sex, but then also try explaining that it is an intimate act and how one should share with the one he loves and when the time is right, especially for older kids, because they would be having hormone changes

This is usually never an easy talk for "most" parents. The best thing you can do for your kids is to be as honest with them as you can. Its up to you to provide the best information for them that you can and also want them to have! Its important that this isn't something they are learning from their friends or in the streets somewhere. You have the power to make sure they receive all the best information available and in the right way at the right time. If you find that you are having some difficulties, you can speak with a healthcare provider who can either give you or direct you to the best materials and resources that you can share with your kids. Kids grow up so fast these days and sometimes in the wrong ways. Be sure to just be upfront and "keep it real" with them. On all levels pertaining to sex. (Sexually ,emotionally, physically, mentally) as well as any consequences. They may appreciate your honesty with them and be that much better prepared and armed to make the right choices and decisions. Good Luck!

It helps to remember that every kid learns about it, and its best if they hear it from you instead of getting skewed info from friends or online. Just let them know you understand it may be uncomfortable for them to talk about, that you feel the same, but that its important to help keep them safe, and so they will understand what's going on when puberty comes. Give them plenty of chances to ask questions, or to just sit for a moment and soak in what you have explained.

Objective, scientific and reassuring - it must be established as a comfortable topic between intimate family members.

Start at the very beginning by using the proper words when giving them names for their body parts. There is no difference between nose, elbow, or penis and vagina when learning about their little bodies. If you start off with "wee-wee" or even worse "no no parts", you prevent giving your children the correct terms for their bodies, and if something ever were to happen, they would not be able to explain it to others as well. During potty training, and when normal self-exploration starts, it's up to the parent to remain neutral and calm, not over reacting or worse yet, reacting negatively. Explain what the child is feeling, and where it is appropriate for them to do that (bedroom usually), and begin NOW telling them who can and cannot see or touch their bodies, and why. Also encourage them to give this respect to those around them by not touching others without consent. All during childhood, be willing to discuss pee, poop, body parts, consent, feelings, hormones, menstruation and of course, sexual intercourse and the results. These topics are not taboo! Knowledge is power and results in children who not only trust YOU as a good source of information, somebody trustworthy and NON judgmental they can rely on. Finally, please do not shy away from discussing SAFE sexual practices, and providing teens with access to condoms and contraceptives without judgment or questions. These things do NOT encourage them to go out and have sex - quite the opposite in fact, they feel empowered by knowing, less pressured to give in to urges, and hopefully secure enough to control their behavior in the face of overwhelming primitive urges. If they DO falter, please continue to be supportive or you might find yourself with an angry child who wants nothing to do with you.

Honestly. Take your cues from them about what they want to know and let them set the pace, that way you will know you are not overwhelming or bombarding them with too much information at one time. Another important thing to keep in mind is your attitudes, and prejudices and judgments about an issue like sex and sexuality have no place in a frank discussion about what sex is. You need to make sure you defer judgment and allow your child to make up their own mind about what is and what isn't right for them, otherwise you will just be destroying their agency and creating a path to dysfunctional thinking about what is potentially a very loaded topic. By all means give your opinion if they ask for it, but I would guard against volunteering opinions based on beliefs and moral judgments rather than basic facts.

You should sit them down, tell them in a non-serious way. That makes kids feel anxious and embarrassed. Just caution them to practice safe-sex.