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Originally Posted by GreenLantern2814
So if she's mature enough to want an answer, tell her the truth. Or make one up. It's your kid.
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Just because she wants the answer doesn't mean she is old enough to understand the answer or apprecaite the answer.
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Originally Posted by TorqueDog
Just as grandma dying takes away a parent's decision on when to have a healthy discussion with their child about death? Growing up doesn't have a set timeline of when things happen, when things get talked about. If it happens, well I guess that's as good a time as any.
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While both are large steps in "growing up" death does not hold all the stigma that sex can in some circles. I would rather have the introduction to sex be a bit more controlled and planned.
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As an aside, if I ever have kids, I hope they emulate your daughter in the sense that they want reasons behind the things they're told instead of just accepting things.
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Thanks she has an amazing mind, one that thirsts for knowledge and information. As a parent it is both a blessing and a curse.