7 Times We Should (and Shouldn't) Lie to Our Kids

Not OK: It's much easier to tell your child about the stork than sex, but avoiding the topic can foster unhealthy, confusing, or negative views about sex and body image. That being said, your conversation doesn't have to turn into a biology lesson. Start small by saying an egg grows in Mom's belly. Then, as your child becomes older and more mature, you can provide more specific details.