Breast-obsessed 7yo

[SixImpossible]

I don't mind ds resting his hand on my breast when he's cuddled up to me, but I'm getting fed up with him kissing and hugging them as individuals - especially in public. And this morning he came into the bathroom as I was drying myself, and wanted to kiss my nipples.

How do I discourage this without rebuffing him? He is a very physical, affectionate child, and usually pushes boundaries to the max. Simply moving his hand away seems to have made things worse.

There are times when it is ok to rebuff. When your 7yo wants to kiss your nipples is one of those times!

Just tell him it makes you feel uncomfortable, but you'd love a hug! Learning boundaries and respect for others bodies is an important life lesson.

Maybe sit and have a general chat with him about the pants rule (and bras/vests for girls). He should be old enough to understand that some areas are private and the areas covered by pants and bras are yours and yours alone and nobody else should touch them. I'm sure if you go on the NHS website they'd do some leaflets to help you explain.

His reply is usually "But I love them!"

'great but they are mine and I said no'

Take a look at the nspcc website - they have a pants guide leaflet on there and it addresses how no means no - mught help your discussion.