Often parents become concerned about children fondling their genitals or humping in what appears to be in a sexual way. It is perfectly normal for children to enjoy or get pleasure from touching their genitalia.http://www.yourdictionary.com/medical/genitalia. There are several possibilities why children pursue this behavior or continue past what could be normal exploration. Both girls and boys will masturbate even as toddlers.
It is important to ignore what you can so that you do not create a negative stigma to normal and healthy development but at the same time open positive communication about what is appropriate in public or even in front of others in their own home can be explained. It is a good idea to explain to children that their genitals are not like their ears and are special. Parents can age appropriately explain their purpose.
For young children the following is a good explanation of sexual curiosity and exploration.
As children approach puberty, the same applies..healthy, positive communication and age appropriate information is best! Please be sure not to make a negative issue out of normal development. Read up about normal behavior and development during puberty because it probably has been a while since you were experiencing puberty...and make childhood and adolescence as pleasant as possible...it is hard enough for everyone.
As always if you have more/specific questions or need more information please shoot me an email.
Happy parenting!
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