Private Practice

Talking about the way of "the birds and the bees" is not always easy. My daughter and I have been watching TV together especially when she is watching program that's not rated G. By watching together I can tell her what's immoral, what's against Christian best practice, and what's not likely to happen in a real life relationship. We have been watching 4 episodes of Private Practice now. There are a lot of adult content in it so the rule is she is not to watch without me present. I am surprise that by watching together, I encountered quite a number of teachable moments. Since the TV brought it up, she's more receptive. Here are some of the issues.

• Basic woman health issues
• Abstinence and protection: any form of protection does not provide 100% coverage.
• Vaginismus
• Sexually transmitted diseases
  
• Teen pregnancy and teen sex
  
• Infatuation, obsession, and love
• Premarital sex
• Infertility
  

I hope the show continues to present a balance view, the good and the bad. If any of you had problem to start "the talk" with your children, the show can provide a good opening. Watch it together with your older kids and start talking.