It is back to school season, which is a great time to discuss body safety with the children you care for. Talking about bodies with children can feel difficult or embarrassing. One of the very first things you can start with is teaching children the correct terms for their anatomy. Starting at birth, you can use the correct name for body parts such as penis, vagina, breast, and buttocks. Although babies cannot respond, ask permission before changing their diaper, bathing, etc. This helps...

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