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I don't know how to deal with this one!

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twiglet59 · 14/01/2015 13:10

I was using DD's ipad this morning as DS was using the laptop. Her snap chat came up from this boy that she has been seeing for a month or so now. DD is only 13. He was asking her how far she would go and she said that she would let him go anywhere. It makes me furious that he is talking to her like that. I have spoken to her about her being sensible as regards boys. I don't know what to do. Obviously I can't tell her I have read it. She is not madly confident in herself, which is why something like this worries me more.

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dingit · 14/01/2015 13:15

I would tell her. You weren't snooping, you just came across it. Be honest with her, and talk to her in a grown up way, tell her you are concerned because you love her. My dd is 16, at the end of the day, there's only so much you can do, but I'd like to think she can talk to me about anything.

HelloItsStillMeFell · 14/01/2015 13:26

Don't tell her you saw it, she'll be furious, humiliated and devastated, she will feel backed her into a corner and she will get all defensive and quite possibly lie to you.

She doesn't need to know you saw it. The fact that you have seen it is enough for you to know that some conversations need to be had, and soon. But be gentle with her, don't go in all guns blazing.

twiglet59 · 14/01/2015 13:55

Thanks, I think its best if I don't say anything. I know how cross she would be and would make her more secretive probably because of it. I need to calm down. I will talk to her tonight. DH is working away at the moment. So it will make it easier.

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pasanda · 14/01/2015 14:43

I have a 13 year old ds and have seen on his phone KIK conversations between him and his girlfriend (also 13) about 'how far they would go'. They have been together nearly 10 months now.

He said he 'would like to have sex' Shock Blush but she said she would not want that until she was 16. He also said he would only do 'whatever she felt OK with' .Smile He would also like to 'feel her tits'. She said 'I haven't got much to feel' Grin

Plus lots more about blow jobs, hand jobs, fingering etc etc etc.

I did not tell him I had seen it. He would be absolutely mortified.

I imagine this sort of conversation is common place between them and their friends. In fact, I know it is!

I am not worried. They don't really have the opportunity to have sex and I honestly believe a lot of it is just talk. If it came down to it, I doubt, for all his chat, he would actually do it. [niave]

I suppose it's different though, when they have only been seeing each other a month. I would try not to feel 'furious' with the boy though. It is normal and common place to say these things at that age. She just got found out!

I agree that a conversation needs to be had though. But from the girls point of view, not a 'what a horrible boy' point of view iyswim.

pasanda · 14/01/2015 14:44

Yes, do calm down (you probably have already Grin)

These conversations need to be had not with anger and fear, but understanding and warmth.

IMVHO!!

pasanda · 14/01/2015 14:45

Also - how old is the boy. Didn't think about that one in my previous post and that would make a difference to my reaction.

chocoluvva · 14/01/2015 14:54

I'd be inclined to tell a white lie and claim I'd heard a radio programme/read a news article about young teenage boys pressuring girls to be sexually active/sexting and it made you think of her. as she is the same age as the teenagers in the programme/article... I wouldn't present sexual activity as not being 'sensible' or as immoral, but simply tell her that you hope she's confident enough to only do anything because she wants to and for no other reason.

Perhaps say how her bf seems very nice but some boys occasionally try to pressure girls into being sexually active before they're ready and if he's as nice as he seems he wouldn't want to make you [ie your DD] uncomfortable. Being ready to be sexually active doesn't make you better than someone who isn't - it's just one of those developmental things like getting your first period, losing your first tooth etc: some people develop before other people but they all get there in the end.

Also I'd agree a code word with her so that if she ever wants 'rescuing' from anywhere without anyone but you knowing she can phone or text you and you'll get her out of the situation and you won't be cross with her or question her about it if she doesn't want to talk about it.

chocoluvva · 14/01/2015 14:58

x-posted! Same idea though!

It's not easy for the teenagers of today what with 24/7 access to sexual images/tumblr/porn etc.

Ensure your DD knows you love and value her for herself and she'll be more likely to make good choices.

Poor you - what a horrible shock to see their conversation.

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