SEX AND YOUR TEEN

Teen Pregnancy, STIs, Peer Pressure … NOW is the time to talk to your teen about the severe – and possibly deadly - consequences of being sexually active. This website is designed to enlighten you and help you make your conversations easier and more persuasive.

TEEN PREGNANCY: The fact is, the Milwaukee community continues to rank among the highest in the nation for the percentage of total teen births. And, our African American teens continue to have the highest pregnancy rate in Milwaukee.

SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS: The reported cases of sexually transmitted Infections (STIs) in Wisconsin are growing steadily each year. Tens of thousands of cases are reported each year in Wisconsin, most of which originate right here in Southeastern Wisconsin. And, 3 out of 4 cases are reported by our teenage girls.

PEER PRESSURE: Your teen faces peer pressure - including teasing and labeling – every day. Further, the media and music industries portray teen sexuality as fashionable, glamorous and a right of passage for today’s youths.

YOUR VOICE: What you have to say to your kids is not only important, it is critical, to ensuring your teen makes positive, healthy life choices.

Here in the Parents section of UntilISay.com, you’ll learn techniques for talking to your kids about the consequences of sex and the benefits of abstinence until marriage. You’ll also find tips for dealing with today’s sexting issues and Internet dangers.

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