Reply #8: This thread ties in nicely with this link:

[av8rdave]

http://www.hollywoodlife.com/2010/05/26/bristol-palin-harpers-bazaar-pregnant-sarah-palin/

I was never taught about sex by my parents. I learned about it in the traditional way (at the time) - locker room talk.

It was obviously a different era then, but nowadays, I believe it's irresponsible for parents NOT to teach their kids about it.

I tried very hard to teach my kids that sex had more value and was just plain better with someone you love, but I also emphasized that I recognized they are human beings, and things can happen. If/when they do, they need to be responsible and prepared. I SO wish my parents had bothered to have that conversation with me.

On a slightly lighter note, that does remind me of my first wedding reception. There I was, a 23 year old who thought I was ready to be an adult. My Dad, who was a little tipsy at the time, said (I will assume in jest), "I guess it's time we had that talk."

I replied, "I guess so, What do you want to know?"