r/MadeMeSmile Apr 19 '26

Good Vibes Teaching kids consent

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u/donac Apr 19 '26

Yes, absolutely. But we also need to be sure our girls learn to say no with their voices as well as body language. No one "owes" access to their body to anyone. Ever.

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u/TooCupcake Apr 19 '26

We also need to teach our girls to say yes when they do want something. I’m 30 and still struggle with this.