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227. BTS: My kid's hands are always in their pants, how do I set a boundary without shaming them?
Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about...
3:40 - As a culture, we don't often talk about the way the body works and it can be shocking for parents when we see our young child have an erection or explore what feels good to them.
4:50 - Finding that in-between space between understanding that this isn't sexual at this age and also acknowledging that this feels good.
7:38 - When, where, and how it's best to have these conversations with your child.
9:22 - Understanding that kids sometimes touch their private parts as a way for self-soothing can help you identify if they are doing that in public as a means to regulate and how you can support that need in a more appropriate manner.
13:55 - We don't want to infuse shame in exploring your body, but hand-in-hand with that comes addressing safe and healthy boundaries.
17:58 - Understanding the nuances of privacy.
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