Tips for Talking With Your Parents
When the time is right to talk to your parents about birth control there are a few small things you can do to help the conversation go smoothly.
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Plan ahead. Schedule a time where there will be no rush, no distractions and you both can give undivided attention.
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Be prepared. Make a list of topics and questions you don’t want to forget to talk about. Let them know why you want to go on birth control.
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Learn about all of the different birth control options available today. There are many new options available such as the IUD and implant. Take a moment to learn about which birth control method may suit your lifestyle best.
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Use a prop. Use a magazine article, TV show or movie scenes to jump start the conversation.
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Be honest. Tell the truth if you feel embarrassed or awkward. Let your parent know how you are feeling.
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Listen to what your parent has to say.
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Stay calm and listen. It is ok to be nervous and chances are they are just as nervous as you. Just remember, they were once teens too!
