Plus, there's nothing to be ashamed of, so it's better to be comfortable talking about it sooner rather than later. If you ARE sexually active, then you should try to talk to your parents —as long as you feel like you're not putting yourself in any danger or harm. Justine Shuey, a board-certified sexologist and sexuality educator. Talk It Out : Be upfront about it. Are you having a health-related issue? Is something wrong with your period? There are many reasons to go on birth control that have nothing to do with sex.
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You probably think that talking to your parents about sex is impossible. The truth is that most parents want to help their kids make smart decisions about sex. If you think your parents are nervous about raising the issue, you're probably right. Many parents think that if they acknowledge their child as a sexual being, their son or daughter will think it's okay to go ahead and have sex. They might also be afraid that if they don't have all the answers, they'll look foolish. Some parents have said they're afraid kids will ask personal questions about their sex life, questions they won't want to answer.
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Many young people are uncomfortable with the idea of asking their parents for advice on sexual topics, leading them to seek information elsewhere. Although these methods of learning may feel less awkward, they often offer sensationalized or inaccurate information and can leave one feeling more confused than enlightened. Although talking about sex with your parent can be uncomfortable, remember that your parent is there to help you through this process. Parents serve as an important and trusted resource for information and can be of great use in helping you make smart decisions about sex and relationships.
No one is ever excited to say, "Hey, Mom and Dad! I think I'm ready to have sex. Can we talk about it? They might have a hard time hearing that their baby is growing up, and you might want to crawl under a rock and die.
