Let's talk taboo topics with Modibodi

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There are many topics that are traditionally considered taboo - and whether that’s discussing your period, the menopause, money whether you have it or not, or topics like incontience or sex, talking about taboo topics can sometimes be helpful, and so Modibodi would like to hear about the ways you talk about taboo topics with your friends and family.

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How would you talk to your daughter about her period? Or educate your son on what happens to women during menstruation? Are continence or ‘leak’ issues something you feel like you can’t mention, or are there topics that you’d be too embarrassed to speak about outside of a doctors office? Do you find it difficult to talk about money with others, out of fear they’ll feel judged, or that they’ll judge you? Perhaps there’s some people in your life you’d talk about anything with, regardless of how taboo the topic?

However you discuss topics that are traditionally taboo, share a comment below to be entered into a prize draw where one MNer will win a £300 voucher for the store of their choice (from a list) and one MNer will win a £100 Modibodi voucher.

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I've never found biological things taboo and have always been perfectly open about bodily functions etc. These things were never discussed when I was growing up and I've always been determined that my own kids should never feel the fear and embarrassment that I felt. So periods and sex have always been openly discussed in our house. Weirdly the thing I find uncomfortable with is discussing money- I don't mind talking to the kids about finances but I wouldn't discuss it with anyone else. My husband tells his mum, sister etc all our financial ups and downs and I really hate it.

I talk about money regularly with my children, so they are already aware of mortgages, pensions etc. I still find it hard to talk to my parents about money though as they'd seem so uncomfortable with it!

I found it quite challenging to have those 'difficult conversations' with my daughters but I found when I was in the car (always ferrying them somewhere or another!) was perfect - no eye contact needed, no walking away as they do not want to discuss and not too intense.

My family has always skittered around the topic of money, as it has contributed quite a lot to my dads depression. That's another subject that until very recently, was taboo - depression or mental health issues. Every member of my family has suffers or has suffered from depression at one point or another but it's rarely talked about.

I'm glad schools are talking about mental health and 'feelings' at a young age to stop the taboo subjects ever becoming taboo to them.

I'm not hiding anything from the children, we're all animals... and my husband has 2 sisters so he;s not squeamish either.

we are very open about taboo issues i my home. My eldest son in 11 and going to be going through puberty soon. He knows he can come and discuss anything with me. Or ask me anything if he has any questions. If topics are discussed often enough the subject is no longer taboo!

You have to talk about it with an open mind. It's natural and is a part of life

Periods is a really important one. It was. Ever mentioned to me so came as a massive shock. I remember crying the first time, worried what was happening. I don’t want it to be like that for my daughter.

I am a single parent to a 12 year old boy, I have never hidden the fact that women have periods and he has always been super comfortable with womens issues as a result, I am also going through the menopause at the moment and he is aware of how it affects me and how he can help at times when I need it.

e are a very open family so much so no door is ever locked bathroom and toilet inclded we talk about any issue that arises with no problems

I used to never talk openly about anything, but when multiple health issues kicked in and I became really unwell and starred needing help with numerous things, and had to have me Dad come to me hospital appointments with me, it meant I had to start being much more open. These days I'm happy to talk about most things with family and some friends.

I was lucky enough to grow up in a household that talked about & discussed 'taboo' subjects and am bringing up my daughter in the same way. My partner....not so much! I've had to take it slow with him but he is finally a lot more open and willing to discuss certain subjects now, I guess he is just so used to me being open about everything!!

I find that as I get older I care a little less about the taboo-ness of period talk. I do, however, change my wording depending on who I'm having the discussion with!
Social media has it's benefits because I spot a lot of #periodpositive posts which can only be a good thing - and brands like this can show the way.
I guess my own attitude has also grown from the similar situations in the above replies - not having the direct/open talks as a shy teen and having to figure things out for myself

My daughters have grown up knowing all about their periods and anatomy so never panicked or got overwhelmed when they first started. They in tun have each help guide their younger siblings and advised on protection etc. My sons see periods as nothing to be alarmed about and know first hand about any mood swing and are concerned when one of the girls has stomach cramps.

Just have to ignore the awkwardness and go for it. The earlier you start the more awkward subjects the better and they soon don't seem so daunting and taboo after all.

We are a open family but some things need to be left to those your closest too!
My daughter will soon be due to have periods and it's daunting what to say but for now we tell them it's just something that happens naturally as you get older.
We will cross the next bridge when we come to it but being open to your kids is important with things like this as it can be a frightening emotional experience for everyone

I tell my daughter the truth if she asks questions about periods but she doesn't really ask much, she is 8 years old and knows she will have them one day but not really bothered about them at the moment, however she does know that mummy likes to have chocolate when she is having her period :)

I have talked to my 11 year old daughter about her period just letting her know that its a natural part of becoming a woman and growing up and that there is nothing to be afraid off. Her body is already making some changes but the kids at school all talk about it regulary so its not awkward at all.

The period pants are such a brilliant idea, for environmental reasons as well as convenience. I like that they also work for light urinary incontinence - a much more taboo topic!

always told my daughters about periods so they didnt feel uncomfortable when the time came

I d always just been really open about it. I figure that if I’m not embarrassed then they won’t find it funny or embarrassing either. We talk frankly about period and sex in the same way I talk about anything related to bodies. It’s no big deal.

I grew up in a house that was always very open ( even my grandma openly discussed and still now discusses periods, menopause and sex)

I have never been ashamed of my periods or body because of this.
I always knew what a normal body looked like after two children as my mum never hid hers away.

Because of my upbringing I'm pretty much the same with my own three children. My daughter is 9 and knows all about periods and the foundations for sex education have been set - she knows about the biological side but not the nitty gritty that will be discussed when she's ready.
My 6 year old son knows about periods and that it's a monthly occurrence for women.
The baby is still oblivious.

The only thing I don't openly discuss to a great extent is money. We are more than comfortable and one day will be very well off. The kids go to a school with a not so high population of working parents so a lot of the eldest's friends are struggling and she does often ask if we are sure we can afford a takeaway etc or if we will have no money left. She will tell me that x or Y cant afford new uniform etc she knows that we have a nice lifestyle now but I don't want her thinking she's any better then those who don't so I don't share financial information with the kids. My mum knows as she will come to us if she needs a loan. His parents know more about our finances as he is very open with his dad about finances.

We talk about death quite often and I guess it's just with humour and an understanding that it's important to talk about it because we all die.

Its all natural so i'm always happy to talk about periods. My little girl isn't even 2 yet but I plan to be really open with her

Sons & daughters are talked to openly about periods, sex and emotions