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Son having sex: Everyone has an opinion that I didn’t ask for

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Mysticmania · 12/11/2023 11:30

My son is 19 and I found a piece of condom wrapper on his bedroom floor. I assume he is sexually active. His girlfriend has started to stay over which I didn’t initially agree to but my son gave the excuse that they fell asleep etc. I’ve spoken to him about being safe and responsible. Also that he has his whole life ahead of him and wouldn’t be the right time for a baby etc. He agrees and we left it at that. Mentioned it to a couple of my best friends as I needed to offload. I know he’s of age but it’s reminded me he’s grown now. Both friends start giving the third degree “oh my god you’re going the become a grandma” “oh gosh he should not be bringing girls to your home” “no way, there’s no way I’d allow that under my roof, he can’t have babies at his age”. I don’t know why I mentioned it now. And can you believe both of them were having sex from the ages of 14.

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Frabbits · 12/11/2023 11:36

A 19 year old having sex is not a dilemma. You did the right thing by encouraging him to be safe but other than that, keep your nose out.

TeenLifeMum · 12/11/2023 11:36

You’re the parent of an adult who is 19. I think I’d be concerned if my dc weren’t enjoying sex in a loving relationship by 19. It’s normal. Sex is a great thing just need to stress being safe. He’s clearly using condoms so that’s great. The fact you’ve brought up his sex life with your friends is mortifying.

BeingGivenMoney · 12/11/2023 11:36

I can’t believe you think it’s ok to tell your friends that your 19 year old son is having sex?

It’s not really your business, never mind theirs.

Why is your 19 year old son having sex with his girlfriend and using condoms a “dilemma” that you need to tell your friends about?

You need to respect his privacy.

Mysticmania · 12/11/2023 11:36

I didn’t discuss his sex life, simply mentioned the GF staying without permission. From that they assumed they are having sex. Yes I know it’s private.

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YouJustDoYou · 12/11/2023 11:35

My mum MORTIFIED me by discussing my sex life at that age with her mates. I never really trusted her after that.

CorylusAgain · 12/11/2023 11:34

I don't understand why a 19 year being sexually active would be such a cause for anxst?
Why did you need to "offload" to anyone?

Morewineplease10 · 12/11/2023 11:34

Just ignore their comments and don't tell people about your sons sex life!

I would maybe try and talk to him about always using condoms as it's tempting to go without sometimes- and say its good that he's used them so far.

Not much else you can do. He should clear it with you before she stays over out of courtesy.

BitofaStramash · 12/11/2023 11:34

At 19 it's no one's business but your DS and his GF.

You shouldn't be discussing this with other people

Mysticmania · 12/11/2023 11:33

im a parent and do have some parenting dilemmas at times. Sometimes I speak to other parents as I’m sure lots of parents do.

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Frabbits · 12/11/2023 11:33

WTF are you doing discussing you son's sex life with your friends.

He's 19. Have some respect for him.

hardknocklifeforme · 12/11/2023 11:33

How odd - all round!

Vitriolinsanity · 12/11/2023 11:33

@KateyCuckoo the rare excellent point!

thebraispink · 12/11/2023 11:33

He's an adult male, set your house boundaries and leave him alone.

Why are you in his room?

KateyCuckoo · 12/11/2023 11:32

Well don't discuss your son's sex life with your friends and mumsnet then. Respect his privacy.