Comments on: The Latest Scoop: Should Your Kids See You Naked?

By: Amanda

Amanda — Tue, 22 May 2012 17:07:05 +0000

I shower with my 2 1/2 year old son still. I don’t find that this is an issue. We have had the talk of no touching others’ private areas because those areas are theirs and theirs alone. My husband showers with him as well. We are currently expecting another son, due in August and I’m sure we’ll be showering together (when he is old enough) as well. I agree that if you hide it, it will just make them more curious, so we are pretty open about it. We are at the stage with our son that we are trying to instill privacy, but honestly, he could care less.

By: VicH

VicH — Sun, 20 May 2012 17:45:42 +0000

I think it is completely appropriate to see your parents (both of them) naked and bathe with them at a young age. Not only for self-esteem but for safety. And as far as being a teenager, I was about 13 when I saw my mother changing clothes without shame. At that time I had very low self-esteem and at camp I was ashamed of the way I looked (even though there was nothing wrong with me). Seeing my mother uncaring improved my self-esteem and I learned to appreciate and love myself. I have a better respect for my own body and learned to see the person instead of the physical flaws that others may have.

By: Corie Johnson

Corie Johnson — Wed, 16 May 2012 19:11:31 +0000

but what if its just mom or dad?

By: Corie Johnson

Corie Johnson — Wed, 16 May 2012 19:10:35 +0000

my mom always did and me and my siblings are very comfortable with our bodies because of it lol. i can admit i’d ave sleep overs and my 6 year old brother would run into the room naked and think it funny,, bu it hasn’t had any damaging psychological effects on us lol

By: Ingrid De Leon

Ingrid De Leon — Sat, 12 May 2012 19:15:14 +0000

I never thought of the self-esteem issue in that manner before. I applaud you for that. I am constantly aware of my lack of self-esteem rubbing off on my son (still not working and haven’t lost the baby weight). The nudity situation is another area I need to be aware of. Thank you so much for your input!

By: Truaige

Truaige — Tue, 08 May 2012 16:28:27 +0000

My children (when they were younger) both took showers with me or was in the bathroom while I took a shower or bath, cause lets face it sometimes that is the only way you get to bath. Now that my son is 7 I am trying to instill “privacy” with the opposite sex parent. My 6 year old daughter however still occasionally takes a shower with me when I need to be in there to help her get clean. My husband helps my son when he needs assistance cause my son is at the point to where he does not want me to see hin naked so we respect each others privacy. We just recently had our 3rd child so both of my kids saw my breast as I was breastfeeding. They were very curious so we explained the anatomy of it all. I also go to the pool with my children and my daughter sees me naked (along with other adults) while we are all showering.

By: Julia

Julia — Thu, 03 May 2012 20:10:20 +0000

I still shower with all my kids, at the same time. I have a girl and three boys ages 3-9. None of them even notice each other’s bodies, they are so used to seeing each other, that it really is a non-issue. We don’t walk around the house all day naked, but I love that everyone is comfortable in their skin, it’s how God created all of us. I think making it into a “hidden” non-discussed item will only make it a “bigger” deal when they get older……just my take!!

By: Crystal

Crystal — Tue, 01 May 2012 20:09:44 +0000

I am seriously amazed that this conversation has really gotten this far. Our children are going to see strangers of the same sex any time they go to shower before and after entering a pool. Hiding from them is only going to make them feel ashamed of their bodies and not feel comfortable in those situations. As long as you are teaching your child what is appropriate behavior nudity in certain situations should not be shameful.

By: Leah

Leah — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 23:29:37 +0000

I agree with this. It’s not a big deal when they are really young. My 6 month old sees me naked all the time. She’s in the bathroom with me when I shower, so there isn’t another option. This will stop before she learns to talk, but I don’t think it’s a big deal. She also used to take baths with my hubby. Now that she can reach for … things… we decided that she will only bathe with me. She’s won’t remember any of this later, so who cares!

By: Darrnell

Darrnell — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 15:46:59 +0000

Just like anything with children if you make a big deal out of it they will. Just to let everyone know I am a man, my wife and I are expecting in September. Nudity and sex are not the same. In fact you don’t have to be nude to have sex. If your child plays sports in school, there is a good chance they will see other children nude (same sex). I agree with one of the other writers who said it takes away that question in their head also. It becomes no big deal. Now if it does, then you should address it like I hope you will do with any issue that comes up with your child. We are the only country that makes a big deal out of this. And its funny because we have the biggest issue with sex!