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Children's sexual development and behaviour
The how and why of sexual development in young children, including sex play. Learning about the sexuality is as important as any other learning. A comprehensive article. Australian

Baby's sexual development ages 0-2 years
Parents and caregivers should help children feel good about their bodies this includes the correct naming of sexual body parts.

Childhood sexual development ages 2-5 years
Young children have a natural curiosity about their bodies and other peoples. Sex play is a natural part of this. This article describes the development of sexuality in young children 2 to 5 years of age. Canadian

Children's sexual development 5-8 years
Child sexual development and interest in sexuality continues throughout childhood. This article describes the development of sexuality in young children 5 to 8 years of age. Canadian

Toddlers will be curious about sex
This short article answers questions about sex play, how to react to sex play and when to teach children about sex. United States

Masturbation - what is it?
Masturbation, like sex play, is a normal part of childhood growth and development and is a common childhood habit. A detailed article. United States


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