It Takes a Secure Man To Raise a Self-Confident, Sex-Positive Daughter
“She has daddy issues” is a phrase commonly heard by women who struggle with relationships. Fathers play a huge role in the development of a daughter’s healthy romantic relationships.
When I conducted an informal survey in my community about a man’s role in sex education, most men who responded said they felt comfortable discussing reproduction, contraception, and consent. However, none of them had spoken to their children or mentees about sexual pleasure, the timing of the first sexual encounter, or body image. What it comes down to is this: it is really important that both parents cover these topics with their teens.