Key Points
- In Australia, sexual health is taught in schools from kindergarten through Year 12. The Raising Children Network, funded by the government, develops online parenting resources.
- Sexual Health education is provided according to a child’s age and developmental stage. However, experts encourage parents to talk to their children about Sexual Health early and often.
- According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, in 2017, an estimated 6,600 babies were born to teenage mothers aged 15 to 19. By the 2021 census, this number had dropped to 5,102, showing a continuing decline in teenage pregnancies alongside increased awareness, access to education, and healthcare services.
Teaching sexual health at school is safe, but starting conversations at home within family, culture, and religion is the safest way to guide children.Dr. Belinda Lorenzo, Specialist GP, Sydney Australia
The best time to have a conversation is in the car. You don’t have to look at each other, but you can’t escape.Renee West, PDHPE Advisor Secondary Education, Educational Standards Directorate
'Usapang Parental' is SBS Filipino's segment on parenting. It features the stories of migrant families, parenting issues, raising kids, and parenting tips and advice from experts.
The content provided is for informational purposes only and does not intend to substitute professional advice.
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