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6d ago

Poll Finds Parents Uncertain About When to Start Puberty Talks

A national survey reveals many parents delay conversations on puberty, with experts urging earlier, ongoing discussions to prepare children for physical and emotional changes.

Over 40% of parents are not proactively talking to children about puberty, a new poll shows.
Is there a right time to talk about puberty? (StockPhotoDirectors/Shutterstock)
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Overview

  • New poll results show 41% of parents wait until their child initiates puberty conversations, while only 36% believe discussions should start before age 10.
  • Half of surveyed parents consider their approach proactive, but 40% are reactive and 5% avoid the topic entirely.
  • Experts recommend starting age-appropriate puberty talks in elementary school to reduce anxiety and counter misinformation from online sources.
  • About 44% of parents report lacking guidance on how to discuss puberty, and only 31% recall receiving adequate puberty education from their own parents.
  • Health professionals emphasize using teachable moments, fostering open dialogue, and providing ongoing support to help children navigate this developmental stage.