Talk soon. Talk often. A guide for parents talking to their kids about sex: top tips
A guide for parents and carers talking to their kids 0-18 years about relationships and sex.
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Published on 2019
How this resource can help
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Share with parents and carers to build confidence in how to talk with children and teens about the bodies, relationships and sex
Support families and people working with children and young people to understand the reasons why early, ongoing conversations are so important
This resource covers
20 easy-to-follow tips for talking with children as they grow and develop
10 reasons why having regular, plain-language conversations with children are important
More information
This resource is part of an interactive guide developed by the Government of Western Australia. View the whole guide at Talk soon. Talk Often.
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If you are a parent or carer
You’re in the right place! This is a resource to help you talk with children and teens of all ages. If you’re worried about something specific, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
Last reviewed by Together We Can: 14 October 2026
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