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Re: Wow (Reply to this comment)
by jeavinl
No problem. I like rambling. Sometimes it leads to thoughtful conversation. :)
The funny thing about my mom is that she claims she is easy to talk to and will listen to all questions. The problem is she gets flustered easily and laughs them off instead of answering them.
Even at five or six, I realized mom wasn't the one to ask. I just undressed Barbie and Ken and let them go at it. :)
Jeanne
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Oct 10 '06
10:22 am PDT
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Wow (Reply to this comment)
by meagandowney
You did an excellent job with this review. I'm so sorry to hear that your mother didn't embrace your sisterly gesture. Maybe she should be asking you the questions instead.
I have to admit I was a little concerned about the cartoons. I applaud the author for finding a way to illustrate different kinds of people engaging in these acts but I guess the Roman Catholic in me wanted a little bit of mystery so that those images wouldn't be burned in the minds of kids. Still, it looks like it hit its mark for many and I'm thrilled that resources like this exist.
My sex talk consisted of:
"Mom, what's an affair?"
"I don't know, sweetie."
In Mom's defense, I was 5 or 6 at the time, but we didn't discuss it again.
Terrific review. Sorry to ramble.
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Oct 10 '06
6:24 am PDT
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Re: Re: Thank you for this...... (Reply to this comment)
by jeavinl
Thank you. You're right. Sex sells. My husband recently noticed a new Intel commercial with a dancing woman with a sexy voice. What won't marketers sell with sex???
And of course kids pick up on that. Hopefully, a book like this can teach them how to be responsible and take care of their bodies despite all of the messages to act like they're 21 when they're only 11. My future sister-in-law was just telling me about the Bratz dolls and how they wear painted on thongs! I hope and pray that my daughter doesn't want to play with those when she gets older.
Jeanne
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Oct 09 '06
5:12 am PDT
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Re: Thank you for this...... (Reply to this comment)
by macresarf1
42ENGLISH brings up a very practical observation. Evidently, with girls pregnant as young as nine, sensitive discussions of sexuality, when the subject or a symptom comes up, is in order. My guess is that her 15 year-old daughter does "know all that," if in a not very sophisticated or useful way.
We live in an obscenely commercial society, which has drained and dumbed the interest and magic out of most subjects. Because sex sells so much in our economy, that's what is left for kids to be obsessed with. Then, boredom or disaster sets in, and drink or drugs . . . .
Well, you know the drill.
This book may help.
Excellent review.
[Macresarf1]
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Oct 08 '06
12:35 pm PDT
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Re: Thank you for this...... (Reply to this comment)
by jeavinl
You're very welcome. It's true, even if your daughter waits until she's married, she still needs to know about her own body. I've met adults who were confused over aspects of reproductive health. It's a shame because it's probably caused a lot of confusion and maybe some harm. I'd rather my daughter be the "know-it-all" friend who classmates ask for straight answers than the "do-it-all" friend who finds out by testing.
Jeanne
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Oct 06 '06
5:07 am PDT
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Thank you for this...... (Reply to this comment)
by 42ENGLISH
My daughter is fifteen and when I start to talk to her about sex, she says, "Yes, mom, I already know that," and changes the subject. It does embarrass her and I think that this book would be a good guide for her. My discrete comments and inquiries have not achieved a thing. It is a case of "if I have a question, I will ask you," which is very scary for me. She is a devout christian and is very adamant about being a virgin when she marries and establishing a carreer before she has children. Even so, she needs to know that sex is a wonderful thing but it can also have serious consequences. This is the perfect tool to achieve that need. Thank you.
Julie
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Oct 05 '06
8:19 am PDT
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Re: Re: Re: I'm on it... (Reply to this comment)
by jeavinl
Hehehe. I can think it, though, right? :)
The It's So Amazing childbirth book would be perfect for you and your family. It's meant for ages 7 up (though you may want to hold off on a few chapters for now). But it covers multiple births, cesarean deliveries, and vaginal deliveries (these pics are toned down but still show mom pushing). It even talks about ways to welcome a new baby into the family.
Jeanne
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Oct 05 '06
7:48 am PDT
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Re: Re: I'm on it... (Reply to this comment)
by dramastef,  in Books
Thanks! I'm going to look for that one too. My seven year old recently asked me if it hurt when they cut me open to take her and her brother out of my tummy. I explained that I wasn't cut open, though some people are. Of course, that led to "then how" questions. I thought I handled the ensuing conversation okay, but it forced me to realize I'm not as prepared as I thought I was.
I'm prepared for a twelve year old to ask me these questions, I was caught a bit off guard by a seven year old.
Oh well, what's more fun than researching sex? Don't answer that.
~Stef
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Oct 05 '06
6:06 am PDT
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Re: Great review (Reply to this comment)
by jeavinl
Thanks. I know what you mean. Kids grow up so fast. Good luck to your nieces. I hope they keep their future in mind when they make their choices.
Jeanne
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Oct 04 '06
5:40 pm PDT
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by jeavinl
Yep, I think this would make a good icebreaker. It's amazing what kids know on their own, though. Your sister and brother-in-law might end up more embarrassed by this book than your nephew.
Jeanne
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Oct 04 '06
5:37 pm PDT
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Re: I'm on it... (Reply to this comment)
by jeavinl
Btw, there's another book this author/illustrator wrote that you might want to add to your stockpile called It's So Amazing, which I'll probably review soon. It's a guide that focuses only on baby making and has some fantastic and realistic (albeit cartoon) illustrations of a growing fetus in the womb. Some are even life size so kids can see what their "new baby brother/sister" looks like inside mommy's tummy.
Jeanne
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Oct 04 '06
5:35 pm PDT
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Great review (Reply to this comment)
by phungus
It's scary watching kids grow up these days. I have 4 nieces and we all just hope they don't get pregnant before they graduate college and/or get married.
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Oct 04 '06
3:07 pm PDT
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by jackai
I have an 11 year old nephew who's steadily edging closer to puberty than my sister or brother in law care to admit.
They're loving parents but I can tell that they are extremely shy and embarrassed when it comes to the topic of sex. This book might serve as an icebreaker. Great review. I'm getting this one and holding it until he starts asking - if he hasn't already.
Jack
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Oct 04 '06
1:23 pm PDT
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Re: I'm on it... (Reply to this comment)
by jeavinl
Wow, I didn't know I'd inspire people to buy this book on the spot! It's definitely a book to peruse and share with your child (and in your case and mine, our sisters). It's appropriate for boys, too, though I'm sure they'll snicker at the illustrations a lot more. I worry about having "the talk" with my daughter... and she's barely two. But this is a great book for that occasion. I actually learned a few things, too.
Jeanne
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Oct 04 '06
1:12 pm PDT
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Re: Re: Wouldn't it be nice if we could keep our daughters and (Reply to this comment)
by jeavinl
Thanks for the support. I'm sure I'll get comments from people who feel otherwise.
Jeanne
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Oct 04 '06
1:09 pm PDT
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Re: Wouldn't it be nice if we could keep our daughters and (Reply to this comment)
by jeavinl
Thank you for reading and commenting. I was nervous after I posted this review how people would react.
It would be nice if we could shelter our children forever, but it's totally unrealistic. I know my husband wishes that our daughter wouldn't even know what a little boy is until she's 30, but at not-even-two she's already been hugged and kissed by little fellows and seems to flirt with boys and act coy around men. I can't imagine how she'll be when she's 10! But I want her to understand what the attention she gets from boys and men is about. I want to arm her with information. I don't want her just going on gut feeling and what her friends say (cause, gosh, we all know that could get her in a lot of trouble!).
Jeanne
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Oct 04 '06
1:08 pm PDT
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I'm on it... (Reply to this comment)
by dramastef, in Books
I just bought this book (through a link on your review). I've been stockpiling books for years now that I plan on giving to my children when I think they're ready. I agree with you, and with the other commenters that it's better to be knowledgeable than ignorant.
I have a fourteen year old sister (I'm 31) who I feel is entirely too sheltered and naive. I'm thinking about giving this book to her when it comes in to read first.
Thanks so much for an excellent review!
~Stef
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Oct 04 '06
9:37 am PDT
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Re: Wouldn't it be nice if we could keep our daughters and (Reply to this comment)
by mjtriplett
I completely agree and want to thank you for this review, Jeanne. Seems sometimes we live in a world where people want to hide from the honest truth and that is truly sad. I too agree that in sharing knowledge and treating our children with respect, we will come out a whole lot better for it on the other side.
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Oct 04 '06
9:19 am PDT
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Wouldn't it be nice if we could keep our daughters and (Reply to this comment)
by MARIEROY
granddaughters innocent until marriage. Unfortunately considering the world we live in and the access to all sorts of information a book like this I feel is a definite must and why I'm going to order two copies and give them to my daughter-in-laws. Knowledge is indeed power and also may prevent the unpreventable, namely unwanted pregnancies as well as STD's. Excellent review.
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Oct 04 '06
9:08 am PDT
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